First Link Care Navigator – 041-25-1
Community Health and Wellness, Wellbeing
Full-Time

Applications will be received by Six Nations of the Grand River and Grand River Employment & Training (GREAT) up until 4:00 p.m. EST, Wednesday, March 5, 2025, for the First Link Care Navigator with Community Health and Wellness, Wellbeing. The Six Nations of the Grand River Application for Employment Form, Job Posting, and Job Description are available for printing from the www.greatsn.com website.  Online applications are accepted through My Job Search. NO LATE APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED.

Applicants from Six Nations and other First Nations will be given preference to deliver programs and services in a First Nations community.

JOB SUMMARY: The First Link Care Navigator reports to and works under the direction and supervision of the Manager- Seniors Support Hub, Department of Well-Being, Six Nations Elected Council, which includes matters pertaining to the policies and procedures of Six Nations Elected Council.

The First Link Care Navigator will coordinate and integrate supports and services for persons living with dementia and their care partners. In this direct client service role, they will be the key “go-to” person for families after a dementia diagnosis, with responsibility for identifying needs, supporting self-management goals, and strengthening the communication and care planning linkages between providers and across sectors along the continuum of care.  The First Link Care Navigator will strive to ensure that every person diagnosed with dementia and their care partners have timely access to information, learning opportunities and support when and where they need it in order to achieve the following outcomes:

• increase system capacity to provide families facing a dementia diagnosis with system navigation support
• work to improve client experience for the person living with dementia and their care partner(s)
• greater care partner capacity and competency to effectively manage their role and reduce incidence of crisis situations
• enhanced capacity for the person living with dementia to remain in their own home and community for as long as possible

 *A competitive compensation package will be offered commensurate with qualifications. *

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum Bachelor degree in social work, gerontology, nursing or other related health care discipline. Registered health professional designation.  Master’s level education preferred.
• 3 to 5 years client service experience in the health and/or social service sectors

SUBMISSION PROCEDURE: (Choose one method ONLY):

Method #1:  Online

1. Please visit: My Job Search to access our job board and follow the directions to apply.
2. Please ensure all required documents are provided/uploaded with your application package, which includes:
   1. Cover letter including your band name and number (if applicable). Please indicate in your letter how your education and experience qualify you for this position.
   2. Recent resume clearly identifying that you meet the Basic Qualifications of this position as stipulated above.
   3. Copy of your education diploma/degree/certificate and transcript.
3. If you have any questions or need assistance, please reach out to Lesleigh Rusnak, HR Business Partner at 519-445-2223 ext. 4343 or via email at HRBP1@sixnations.ca.

Method #2: GREAT – Applications must include all of the following:

1. Printed, filled in, and authorized Six Nations of the Grand River Application for Employment Form.
2. Cover letter including your band name and number (if applicable). Please indicate in your letter how your education and experience qualify you for this position.
3. Recent resume clearly identifying that you meet the Basic Qualifications of this position as stipulated above.
4. Photocopy of your education diploma/degree/certificate and transcript.
5. Place all documents listed above in a sealed envelope and mail to or drop off at:

First Link Care Navigator – Full Time – 041-25-1
c/o Reception Desk
Grand River Employment & Training (GREAT)
P.O. Box 69, 16 Sunrise Court
Ohsweken, Ontario N0A 1M0