Advisory Services

Provide Advisory Services to the Band Social Worker by:

  • Organizing regular meetings
  • Community visits, social planning and development of community profiles
  • Provide on the job training, guidance and support
  • Work with Social Workers in prepartation for Program Audit Reviews
  • Provide case consultation on difficult cases
  • Advise on and process formal appeals from band members
  • Interpret and clarify policy for both Social Workers adn band members

Monitor the Social Development Program and funding provided to communities by:

  • Reviewing monthly reports submitted to Gitksan Government Commission office to ensure that policies and proceedures are adhered to as set out in the Gitksan Social Assistance Policy Manual
  • Complete and submit quarterly and annual reports as required to Indian & Northern Affairs Canada
  • Ensure reports and proposals for funding are submitted accurately and on time