As outlined in the Curve Lake First Nation Human Resources Manual, applications are now being accepted for the following Full-Time Permanent position:

Community Healing and Wellness Worker
Health Centre / Wellness Building

The purpose of this position is to provide one-to-one support and group programming to community members and provide prevention, assessment, referral, and follow-up services to individuals and families affected by mental health and substance use issues in a culturally appropriate manner.

The duties and responsibilities of this position are categorized into four main functions:

1. Support and Group Programming

• Provide mental health support and group programming regarding cause, symptoms and prevention strategies in a culturally appropriate manner
• Facilitate the delivery of assigned programs utilizing appropriate community and external resources
• Prepare and maintain program schedule
• Prepare needs and risk assessments
• Maintain a comprehensive understanding of crisis management and the impact of trauma on mental health and addiction issues

2. Case Management

• Ensure client files are complete and accurate
• Complete intakes and discharge of clients
• Communicate regularly with Manager of Mental Health & Addictions regarding client progress
• Provide crisis intervention and behaviour management techniques
• Provide appropriate support to assist clients
• Identify and consult on accessing special programs as required
• Monitor, motivate and assist clients to meet their goals
• Make referrals to outside agencies
• Submit monthly client progress summer to Manager

3. Administration

• Collect information for statistical purposes specific to clients and program
• Review reports to ensure information is complete and accurate
• Address critical incidents as per internal reporting mechanisms
• Participate in staff development activities as required
• Maintain accurate and complete verbal and written exchange of information to represent all activities while on duty (logs and reports)
• Provide funding proposals for mental health and addiction programs and initiatives, as requested

4. Provide Community Education, Support and Activities

• Coordinate and facilitate educational workshops on mental health and addiction related topics
• Attend and sit on community and organizational committees as requested

QUALIFICATIONS: Basic Requirements: (APPLICANTS MUST SHOW NECESSARY PROOF WITH APPLICATION OR WILL BE AUTOMATICALLY SCREENED OUT)

EDUCATION:

• A college diploma in Human Services or related field with a minimum 5 years related work
• Knowledge of Traditional teachings, ceremonies, ways of healing and traditional medicines

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• High level of organizational, written and verbal communications skills
• Displays initiative and strong interpersonal skills
• High level computer and word processing skills
• Ability to categorize and index a complex filing system
• Excellent public relations skills, including an appreciation for the need for tact, discretion and a positive, cheerful approach with the public
• Possess a basic knowledge of the Williams Treaties First Nations and Curve Lake First Nation Treaty and Traditional Territories

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

This is Full Time Permanent position for 39.5 hours a week beginning immediately. Annual salary range for this position is $56,525 – $60,293. After hours and occasional weekends, may be required.

APPLICATION:

Application forms and position descriptions are available at the Reception of the Government Services Building. Application forms can also be obtained from the Employment Resource Centre or from the Curve Lake First Nation website (www.curvelakefirstnation.ca) under documents.

Application package must consist of a completed application form, cover letter, resume, required documentation, addresses and phone number of two most recent employment references (if currently employed with Curve Lake First Nation, references from most recent Supervisor / Manager will be required). Please submit application package to the Government Services Building Receptionist to the attention of:

Curve Lake First Nation Government Services Building
Curve Lake, Ontario K0L 1R0
Phone (705) 657-8045 Fax (705) 657-8708
recruitment@curvelake.ca

Deadline for Applications: Monday October 27^th @ 12:00pm (noon)

Please ensure application is date stamped by the Curve Lake Government Services Building Receptionist. While only qualified applicants will be contacted for an interview, not necessarily all qualified applicants will be offered an interview.

While Curve Lake First Nation appreciates all applications, as outlined in the Curve Lake First Nation Human Resources Management Manual, applicants will be considered in the following priority: Level I: Internal Applicant, Level II: Any First Nation Member Applicants (s. 16(1) CHRA), and Level III: Any Applicants.

The successful candidate must provide an acceptable Canadian Police Information Check (CPIC) with Police Vulnerable Sector Check (PVSC) prior to commencing work.