Ontario Disability Support Program Case Worker (ODSP)

Mamaweswen, The North Shore Tribal Council

NIIGAANIIN SERVICES EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

NIIGAANIIN DEGGAABWIT (Ontario Disability Support Program Caseworker) 

Job Type: Full Time including Benefits and Pension 

Location: Garden River First Nation

Hours of Work: Standard Days; includes occasional evenings and weekends (37.5 hours/ week) 

Annual Salary Range: $50,000 - $54,000

Position Available: 1

Are you seeking dynamic team and are passionate about supporting community members in social services?!

We are looking for an individual to join our Niigaaniin Team in Garden River First Nation providing the full Ontario Disability Support Program. If you are an out of the box thinker with a proven track record of working with Indigenous people in social services, then you need to apply and join our Niigaaniin Team!

A.       PURPOSE AND SCOPE

Under the direction of the Deggaabwit Manager and Director of Niigaaniin Services, the Deggaabwit performs a wide variety of duties using a case management approach to deliver the Ontario Disability Support Program including maintaining eligibility for income and employment supports.

Requirements:

• It is preferred for the applicant to be a registered band member of the First Nations serviced by Niigaaniin Services, including Batchewana First Nation, Garden River First Nation, Thessalon First Nation, Mississauga First Nation, Serpent River First Nation, Sagamok Anishnawbek, Atikameksheng Anishnawbek, and Wahnapitae First Nation,
•  Will have a college diploma and/or a university degree in social work, OR a minimum of five years work experience in social assistance;
  
• Superior oral and written communication skills, excellent time management skills with the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment, 
• Must be Proficient in Microsoft Office 365 Applications, Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook and internet and other computer applications as applicable, 
• Must have a clear Criminal Reference Check and Vulnerable Peoples Sector Check applicable to the responsibilities of this position, and
• Driver’s license and access to a vehicle would be considered and asset.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge and understanding of Anishnaabemowin, culture and traditions of Indigenous people of the Robinson Huron Waawiindamaagewin,
• Knowledge of ODSP legislation, regulations, policy, procedures and funding arrangements would be an asset, 
• Knowledge of barriers faced by people with disabilities,
• Knowledge of community resources and services available to assist community members with disabilities with emergencies, supports and employment opportunities, 
• Familiar with community services, networks and knowledge the Niigaaniin Services would be an asset,
• Ability to work in a performance-based system with a proven track record of meeting targets and outcomes is essential,
  
• Ability to provide excellent customer / community services to community members accessing services,
• Ability to resolve conflict using problem solving and supportive approaches,
• Interpersonal skills to effectively work with diverse populations as well as coworkers,
• Communication skills to effectively case manage, both online and in person,
• Time management skills to ensure tasks, cases are up to date,
• Ability to learn new skills and software’s,
• Requires minimum supervision, able to work independently and maintains a supportive and cooperative environment with colleagues and the communities,
• All candidates must be able to work with a diverse population, and
• Effective listening skills to determine community members needs and make appropriate referrals.

Application Deadline  May 27, 2026

Apply Online: https://nstc.bamboohr.com/careers 

Christine Hodge, Human Resources Generalist

Mamaweswen, The North Shore Tribal Council; Niigaaniin Services

A full job description is available upon request, Please email hr@niigaaniin.com 

Mamaweswen, The North Shore Tribal Council would like to say Miigwech to all that apply.

Only those who qualify for an interview will be contacted. 

***Miigwech***