Family Healing & Aftercare Facilitator

Dilico-Anishinabek-Family-Care; Thunder Bay; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

OMERS pension

Paid vacation

Christmas time off

EFAP

Dental/health/vision benefits

Job summary

Dilico Anishinabek Family Care in Thunder Bay, ON seeks a Family Healing & Aftercare Facilitator for Oshkiniig Mashkaziiwin, a voluntary live-in program for youth aged 5-17 with high-risk mental health and behavioural issues. The role supports assessing needs, delivering services from intake through aftercare, and coordinating caregiver communication.

We value Indigenous applicants. A two-year diploma in Human Services or equivalent is required, with First Aid/CPR and a valid G license

Qualifications

• A minimum of two-year Human Services, Social Services, Social Worker, or equivalent diploma, or a diploma in a similar field with relevant work experience is required
• Two or more years' experience working with Anishinabek children, youth and their families in the mental health field is preferred
• Have a valid Standard First Aid/CPR Certificate or be willing to obtain one
• Ability to work flexible hours as determined by the program manager or designate
• Have a Class "G" License and have the ability to get to and from work during scheduled working hours, and to conduct client transportation or home visits, among others, in a timely manner
• Complete the required medical assessment(s) and have the required vaccinations for the role

Responsibilities

• Under the direction of the program manager, the Family Healing & Aftercare Facilitator will ensure that developmental, treatment, and psycho-social needs of the children, youth, and families involved with Oshkiniig Mashkaziiwin are met
• The facilitator will deliver service based on assessment recommendations from program entry through aftercare and shall maintain a strong and consistent communication support system between the child or youth and their caregiver

Skills

First Aid/CPR Certification

G-Class Driver's License

Education

Two-year diploma in Human Services or equivalent

Job description

• Optional Flexible schedule to support work-life balance
• OMERS Pension plan available to all employees
• Generous paid vacation time for Permanent employees
• Paid time off at Christmas above paid vacation time
• EFAP available to all employees and their families
• Benefit plan that includes dental, healthcare, and vision services for Permanent employees
• A chance to make a difference in the community

Number of Positions: 1 - 12 Month Contract

Position Location: Thunder Bay, ON (this is not a remote position)

Competition #: 1710

Position Overview

Oshkiniig Mashkaziiwin is a voluntary, intensive live-in treatment program for youth aged 5-17 who have been assessed as high-risk with longstanding mental health and behavioural problems. Parent or caregiver participation is required for successful completion of the up-to 12-week program grounded in the 7 sacred teachings (wisdom, love, respect, bravery, honesty, humility and truth), The program provides:

• An individualized strengths-based and goal orientated approach
• Land-based treatment activities that promote and benefit the physical, social, emotional, and cultural aspects of life
• School based education assistance
• Three months of aftercare assistance to reinforce and support a successful transition home

Under the direction of the program manager, the Family Healing & Aftercare Facilitator will ensure that developmental, treatment, and psycho-social needs of the children, youth, and families involved with Oshkiniig Mashkaziiwin are met. The facilitator will do deliver service based on assessment recommendations from program entry through aftercare and shall maintain a strong and consistent communication support system between the child or youth and their caregiver.

Qualifications and Requirements

• A minimum of two-year Human Services, Social Services, Social Worker, or equivalent diploma, or a diploma in a similar field with relevant work experience is required
• Two or more years' experience working with Anishinabek children, youth and their families in the mental health field is preferred
• Have a valid Standard First Aid/CPR Certificate or be willing to obtain one
• Ability to work flexible hours as determined by the program manager or designate
• Have a Class "G" License and have the ability to get to and from work during scheduled working hours, and to conduct client transportation or home visits, among others, in a timely manner
• Complete the required medical assessment(s) and have the required vaccinations for the role

As an Indigenous Agency Dilico gives preference to Indigenous people.

Dilico is committed to diversity in the workplace and encourages applications from all qualified candidates.

Only those considered for an interview will be contacted.

Dilico Anishinabek Family Care

200 Anemki Place | Fort William First Nation | ON | P7J1L6