Structured Decision Making (SDM) Training Consultant

JOB POSTING

Structured Decision Making (SDM) Training Consultant

Two (2) Full-Time Permanent Positions and One (1) Full-Time Term

Job Summary: Reporting to the Director of Learning and Operations, the SDM Training Consultant supports First Nations Child and Family Services Agencies with SDM implementation as well as on-going utilization of the SDM model for the delivery of child protection services. This role is primarily responsible for:

• Providing subject matter expertise on the SDM model by leading or participating in related projects, coaching current on-reserve practitioners in applying the model and maintaining professional connections that enable them to contribute to process improvements and case practice standards.
• Planning and facilitating training on the SDM model (this position requires periodic overnight travel to First Nations communities).
• Consulting on complex or unique situations including independent case practice reviews and incident investigations.
• Conducting readiness assessments and designing implementation approaches for First Nations planning to adopt the SDM model.
• Leading initiatives designed to provide other needed professional support, networking and development opportunities to on-reserve child protection workers.

Qualifications: a 4-year bachelor’s degree in Indian Social Work / Social Work, plus 2-5 years of previous experience as a supervisor in a Child and Family Services Agency. Critical competencies include knowledge of the Structured Decision Making (SDM) model and Integrated Practice Strategies (IPS); ability to facilitate group training, applying adult education theory and training methods; and expert-level knowledge of on-reserve child protection in Saskatchewan. The successful applicant must possess a valid Saskatchewan driver’s license and provide an acceptable CPIC with a Vulnerable Sector Check.

TO APPLY: visit http://www.sfnfci.ca/careers.html

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submit your application to ***email_hidden*** (attention Jordon Dustyhorn, HR Assistant).

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POSTING WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL THE POSITION IS FILLED.