North Bay Indigenous Hub – Giiwedno Mshkikiiwgamig
Employment Opportunity
WESHKINIIJIG / CHILD & YOUTH WORKER
Temporary, Full-Time Contract (Comp #2024-04-02)
In collaboration with the Executive Director, the Weshkiniijig / Child & Youth Worker will implement wellness plan recommendations and provide direct traditional healing support to children & youth and their families. The Weshkiniijig / Child & Youth Worker will provide traditional healing services to children & youth and their families experiencing social, emotional or behavioural challenges and provide supportive interventions that support children & youth and/or family needs and wellness goals. These services may be provided on site, in homes, schools, land based, and other community settings.
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Diploma or degree in Child & Family Services, Child and Youth Worker, Social Work or Social Service Worker, Recreation Therapy, Community and Justice Services, or Indigenous Wellness & Addictions / Addiction and... Mental Health.
• Knowledge of Indigenous culture, values, and history.
• One (1) year direct experience or Two (2) years related experience.
• Demonstrated strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Experience with documentation standards and writing clear, concise reports.
• Experience working with First Nations organizations and/or an inter-professional primary care team.
• Fluency in an Indigenous language is an asset.
• Must have a Class ‘G’ Ontario Driver’s License, access to a vehicle with insurance.
• Must be able to travel.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
• Knowledge of the Indigenous community of North Bay and partner First Nations: Nipissing, Dokis and Temagami First Nations.
• Ability to work with diverse Indigenous groups and elements of their cultures including Indigenous spirituality, physical activity, and healing methodology.
• Ability to provide interventions that meet client and family needs and circumstances.
• Ability to coordinate and advocate for internal and external services to ensure follow-up supports are in place for clients and their families.
• Ability to communicate information effectively through a variety of means including meetings, emails, reports, letters, and presentations.
• Highly organized, ability to effectively prioritize and multi-task.
• Ability to communicate and work effectively on an interdisciplinary team.
• High level of sound and independent judgment, reasoning and discretion in accordance with NBIH policies and procedures
• Computer skills (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
• Ability to work in a kind, supportive manner with Indigenous people and families.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Provide interventions that meet client and family needs.
• Supports the children and youth from the Traditional Healing department by promoting and engaging in cultural activities and ceremonies.
• Participates in team meetings.
• Participates in clinical supervision meetings to present areas of concern and receive direction and guidance.
• Collaborates with community partners.
• Supports and travels to the partner First Nations when required.
• Coordinates internal and external services on behalf of client and family.
• Identifies and reports potential problems and new developments to the supervisor.
• Participates on internal and external committees, sharing information, identifying goals and engaging in collaborative problem solving.
• Acts as a resource providing information and techniques to help with de-escalations.
• Documents and key enter case notes and case conference reports and evaluates data.
• Collects and documents client-related information.
• Collects and records data to monitor client progress and evaluate the effectiveness of services.
• Other duties as required.
As a condition of employment,
• Provide a current or recent Criminal Police Check with Vulnerable sector.
Qualified applicants are invited to submit a letter of interest, resume and three (3) current references no later than 4:30 pm on Thursday, April 18, 2024 to:
Ashley Patey, HR Officer
North Bay Indigenous Hub
3B Maang Road
North Bay, ON P1B 8G5
Email: [email protected]
Fax: 705-995-0065
Miigwech to all who apply. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Preference will be given to qualified Indigenous applicants. However, the position is open to all applicants
North Bay ON