Heart Helper (Team Lead

(CAHRD) Centre for Aboriginal Human Resource Development Inc.

by employerrep | Jun 16, 2026

Ma Mawi Wi Chi Itata Centre Inc.

Published

June 16, 2026

Location

Winnipeg

Dependent On Qualifications

Position Type

Permanent

POSTING # 26-03-02

POSITION TYPE PERMANENT, FULL-TIME (Mon – Fri, 9 am – 5 pm)

Background

The Ma Mawi Wi Chi Itata Centre is currently seeking an individual for the position of Team Lead. Honouring the Spirit of Our Little Sisters is a six-bed, Indigenous program for sexually exploited girls and transgender youth 13-17 years of age who require specialized care and a safe home environment to support their healing journey from sexual exploitation. The facility operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and offers a range of assessment and support services. All six beds run at a high rate of occupancy within short-term and long- term residency. The facility is a safe and nurturing environment where youth have the opportunity to experience a strong sense of caring, support and encouragement, while building capacity to achieve their dreams.

Responsibilities

Participates in establishing, implementing, monitoring and evaluation of program, policies, standards and procedures.
Maintains an awareness of and facilitates knowledge of relevant legislation, policies and practices of governments and external agencies that impact upon the program.
Assists in hiring new employees.
Provides direction and supervision of operational directive with staff.
Assists individual staff in the assessment, review and the case management plan.
Updates staff work performance, Identifies and arranges individual and program area training needs.
Scheduling and other administrative tasks related to the role.
Identifies and arranges individual and program area training needs.
Approves expenditures relating to the area of responsibility.
Maintains an accurate record of statistical and financial information.

Qualifications

BSW degree or acceptable equivalent and related experience.
Ability to work under demanding conditions and must have the capacity for on-call.
Passionate, committed and engaged in improving the lives of children/youth, their supports and families.
Dedicated to providing trauma-informed interventions and de-escalation techniques, strength-based approach, harm reduction and Family Group conferencing.
Independent problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Working knowledge of Indigenous culture, history and tradition, with a commitment to incorporating Indigenous perspectives into service delivery with sexually exploited youth.
Working knowledge and understanding of relevant legislation, policies and best practices related to children/youth protection, and advocacy would be an asset, including standards, regulations and policies.
Residential Care facility experience would be a definite asset.
Strong motivational and leadership skills, including the ability to set and meet deadlines.
Ability to promote, organize and facilitate groups and workshops would be considered an asset.
Ability to work effectively with collateral agencies.
A team player/facilitator to encourage an environment that fosters effective results in teams.
Valid Manitoba driver’s license and access to a vehicle.
Must provide current (within the last three months) Criminal Record with Vulnerable Sector Query, Child Abuse Registry Check and be subject to Prior Contact Check.

Please send a cover letter and a resume to ***email_hidden*** .

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Ma Mawi Wi Chi Itata Centre Inc.

Published

June 16, 2026

Location

Winnipeg

Responsibilities

Participates in establishing, implementing, monitoring and evaluation of program, policies, standards and procedures.
Maintains an awareness of and facilitates knowledge of relevant legislation, policies and practices of governments and external agencies that impact upon the program.
Assists in hiring new employees.
Provides direction and supervision of operational directive with staff.
Assists individual staff in the assessment, review and the case management plan.
Updates staff work performance, Identifies and arranges individual and program area training needs.
Scheduling and other administrative tasks related to the role.
Identifies and arranges individual and program area training needs.
Approves expenditures relating to the area of responsibility.
Maintains an accurate record of statistical and financial information.

Qualifications

BSW degree or acceptable equivalent and related experience.
Ability to work under demanding conditions and must have the capacity for on-call.
Passionate, committed and engaged in improving the lives of children/youth, their supports and families.
Dedicated to providing trauma-informed interventions and de-escalation techniques, strength-based approach, harm reduction and Family Group conferencing.
Independent problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Working knowledge of Indigenous culture, history and tradition, with a commitment to incorporating Indigenous perspectives into service delivery with sexually exploited youth.
Working knowledge and understanding of relevant legislation, policies and best practices related to children/youth protection, and advocacy would be an asset, including standards, regulations and policies.
Residential Care facility experience would be a definite asset.
Strong motivational and leadership skills, including the ability to set and meet deadlines.
Ability to promote, organize and facilitate groups and workshops would be considered an asset.
Ability to work effectively with collateral agencies.
A team player/facilitator to encourage an environment that fosters effective results in teams.
Valid Manitoba driver’s license and access to a vehicle.
Must provide current (within the last three months) Criminal Record with Vulnerable Sector Query, Child Abuse Registry Check and be subject to Prior Contact Check.

Please send a cover letter and a resume to ***email_hidden*** .

Apply Online

Your name *

Your e-mail address *

Message

Self Identify

Non-Aboriginal
Status
Non-Status
Inuit
Metis

Self Identify

Attachments

Drop files here browse files ...

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