Aftercare Support Worker

Gwekwaadziwin Miikan; Northeastern Manitoulin and the Islands; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Gwekwaadziwin Miikan is seeking an Aftercare Support Worker (Casual) in Little Current, Ontario. The role supports participant treatment plans, monitors wellness, and assists with facility operations and recovery programming.

Entry-level position with training provided; preference for Anishinaabe ancestry and knowledge of traditional practices. You will work with the Aftercare Team Leader to ensure IPAC standards, accurate EMR notes, and ongoing life skills support for participants.

Qualifications

• Entry-level position with training provided.
• Diploma in social service work or related field preferred with mental health/addictions training.
• Preference for Anishinaabe ancestry with knowledge of history, culture, and ceremonies.
• Superior interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities and work independently.
• Willingness to participate in outdoor and athletic programming.

Responsibilities

• Implement Live-in Aftercare Program directions.
• Monitor facility, upkeep, and cleaning.
• Maintain IPAC best practices.
• Input case notes to the EMR Database.
• Report to the Aftercare Team Leader.
• Support participants' recovery through life skills and education.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Multitasking

Independent work

Education

Diploma in Social Service Work

Mental health and addictions training

Job description

Aftercare Support Worker (Casual)

Casual – Little Current, Ontario

Job Overview:

A part-time position responsible for the implementation of participant treatment plans; monitoring participant wellness; monitoring the facility; cleaning the facility; program laundry and other duties as required.

Roles and Responsibilities:

Administration and Operation

• Responsible for implementing direction in the Live-in Aftercare Program
• Responsible for monitoring the facility; facility upkeep and cleaning
• Responsible for maintaining IPAC Best Practices
• Responsible for inputting case notes to the EMR Database
• Responsible for reporting to the Aftercare Team Leader
• Other duties as required

Participant Care

• Responsible for monitoring participant wellness and whereabouts
• Continue to develop and implement model of care
• Assist program participants in continuing their recovery via life skills, education, therapeutic interventions

Qualifications:

Entry level position (training provided), with preference given to a diploma in social service work, or related field with mental health and addictions training; or combination of education and relevant work experience.

Preference given to an Individual of Anishinaabe ancestry with Knowledge and understanding of Anishinabek history, clan systems,protocols, etiquette, culture, traditions, and ceremonies

Demonstrated superior interpersonal and communication skills (both written and verbal)

Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities and projects

Able to participate in outdoor and athletic programming

Mature individual who can work independently with preference given to individuals living a traditional lifestyle and being on a life-long journey in traditional knowledge

Requirements:

• Possesses a valid Ontario class ‘G’ driver’s license in good standing with access to a reliable vehicle, able to obtain an ‘F’ class Driver’s license within 6 months of employment, with preference given to those who already hold a class ‘F’ driver’s license
• Ability to work outside normal business hours as required

Compensation:

Starting at $26/Hour

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those applicants under consideration will be contacted for an interview.