Long Plain First Nation is seeking a full-time Income Assistance Administrator
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES
The Income Assistance Administrator will provide assistance and support to ensure the effective and efficient delivery of the Income Assistance program.
QUALIFICATIONS, ABILITIES AND SKILLS
- A high school diploma or equivalency obtained through coursework and/or experience
- Experience maintaining confidentiality and following policy and procedures
- Demonstrated excellent interpersonal, relationship-building skills are required, as well as effective verbal and written communications.
- Ability to work effectively with First Nations, Provincial/Territorial and Federal governments to effectively support and advance First Nation interests
- Tact, intuition and diplomacy, strong work ethics and good judgment and ability to work well in a team environment.
- Working knowledge of computer software such as MS Office
- Basic working knowledge of accounting practices.
- Experience working with and in First Nations communities
- Valid Manitoba Class 5 Drivers License.
DUTIES
- Receives and responds to correspondence related to Income Assistance.
- Conducts personal interviews with clients to assess eligibility needs, verifies information of membership, informs applicants regarding appeals process, establishes allowance period and rate as per policy, explains clients’ rights and obligations, establishes conditions of eligibility, ensures that documentation and verification is completed and accurate.
- Ensure income assistance programs and services follow legislation and organizational policy, processes, and procedures.
- Maintains accurate computerized records of income assistance payments for reporting.
- Prepares monthly, quarterly, and annual summaries as requested by ISC.
Closing Date: Friday, March 7, 2025 @4:00pm
Individuals who feel they are qualified for this position must submit a cover letter, current resume and two character references to:
Gerri Thunderbirdsky or Robin Mcleod Human Resources
Email: [email protected] [email protected]
We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for an interview willbe contacted.
