Clinic Community Navigator

Mercury Disability Board; Northwestern Ontario; Remote; CAD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at a community-based organization focused on administering compensation for mercury contamination. As a Community Navigator, you'll play a vital role in guiding applicants through the assessment process while working closely with First Nations communities. This position offers a flexible work environment, allowing you to work independently from home and travel to affected areas as needed. If you're passionate about making a difference and possess strong interpersonal and organizational skills, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Flexible work environment

Competitive remuneration

Independent contractor option

Work from home

Qualifications

• Combination of education and experience working with First Nations communities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with applicants and assist them through the assessment process.
• Prepare correspondence and manage applicant files efficiently.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Organizational Skills

Time Management

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Microsoft Programs

Cultural Workplace Safety Knowledge

Knowledge of First Nations Communities

Anishinaabemowin Communication

Education

Education in relevant field

Experience working with First Nations

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

This is an exciting opportunity to become a member of a great team with a flexible work environment.

The Mercury Disability Board is a non for profit, legislated community-based organization. The purpose of the MDB is to implement the terms of the settlement arising out of the contamination by mercury and other pollutants of the English and Wabigoon River systems per the Memorandum of Agreement signed in November 1985, and the Mercury Contamination Settlement Act assented to in July 1986. The Board’s mandate is to administer and oversee the assessment and compensation process.

Role

The MDB administers a reformed mercury contamination compensatory process. These positions are open to all, including eligible Wabaseemoong Independent Nations and Grassy Narrows First Nation members.

Reporting

The Community Navigator is the primary MDB contact for assigned compensation applicants and may provide assistance to the Clinical Manager as required.

• Liaison and main point of contact for applicants and assists applicants at every step of the assessment process
• Assists applicants in understanding, preparing for and moving through the assessment process in a smooth, effective, and positive manner
• Liaises with First Nation based Community Support Worker(s)
• Uploads applicant information/letters in a timely manner
• Prepares correspondence to applicants for mailing and uploads to applicant files in a timely manner

Follows-up with applicants/Community Support Worker(s) on

• Outstanding documentation identified by applicant as intending to submit
• Scheduled assessment times and details
• Travel arrangements as needed
• May provide follow-up with assigned applicants for assessment outcome discussions

Qualifications

• Robust combination of education and experience (working with First Nations communities and members)
• Excellent written, verbal, interpersonal and presentation skills
• Strong team player with attention to detail, organizational and time-management skills
• The ability to work independently as well as collaboratively
• Proficiency in Microsoft programs
• Demonstrable knowledge of Cultural and Psychological Workplace safety
• Knowledge specific to the MDB and the work we do is a distinct asset
• An understanding of or the ability to communicate in Anishinaabemowin is a definite asset

Terms

• Very competitive remuneration and willingness to work as an independent contractor from a secure home office base
• Must possess access to reliable transportation and be flexible to travel to -and work in- the effected communities. Periodic travel to other centers outside of Northwestern Ontario

Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Mercury Disability Board
P.O. Box 621
Kenora, Ontario P9N 3X6