community worker

Native Counselling Services of Alberta; Calgary; On-site; CAD 49,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A community service organization in Calgary is seeking a full-time staff member responsible for administrative tasks and client assessments. The role requires completing a First Aid certificate and involves working directly with Indigenous communities. Candidates must hold a non-university certificate and have efficient interpersonal skills. Salary ranges from $49,980 to $52,000 annually. This is an on-site position, and transportation is required.

Benefits

Travel expenses paid by employer

Qualifications

• Experience an asset.
• First Aid Certificate required.
• Criminal record check necessary.

Responsibilities

• Appraise clients' needs eligibility for specific services.
• Conduct follow-up assessments.
• Administrative and office activities.

Skills

Efficient interpersonal skills

Client focus

Team player

Organized

Education

College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Job details

• Salary 49,980 to 52,000 annually (to be negotiated) / 35 hours per week
• Terms of employment: Permanent, Full time
• Education: College, CEGEP or other non‑university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 to 2 years

Experience

Experience an asset.

Work must be completed at the physical location. Remote work is not an option.

• Socio‑economic needs or conditions (housing, nutrition, unemployment, financial assistance)

Work setting

• Urban area

Responsibilities

• Administrative and office activities
• Appraise clients' needs or eligibility for specific services
• Conduct follow‑up assessments

Credentials

• First Aid Certificate

Experience and specialization

• Aboriginal groups
• Elderly
• Females

Computer and technology knowledge

• MS Office

Area of work experience

• Community service organization

Additional information

Security and safety

• Criminal record check
• Child welfare check
• Driving record check (abstract)

Transportation/travel information

• Own transportation
• Own vehicle
• Travel expenses paid by employer

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Ability to work independently
• Work under pressure

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Interpersonal awareness
• Judgement
• Values and ethics
• Client focus
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Team player
• Organized

This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self‑identifying as a member of these groups:

• Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports Indigenous people
• Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for Indigenous workers
• Develops and maintains relationships with Indigenous communities, Indigenous‑owned businesses and organizations
• Facilitates access to Elders who can offer support and guidance to Indigenous workers

Who can apply for this job?

You can apply if you are:

• a permanent resident of Canada
• a temporary resident of Canada with a valid work permit

Do not apply if you are not authorized to work in Canada. The employer will not respond to your application.