Indigenous Community Wellness Social Worker - Outreach

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority (WRHA); Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A community health organization in Winnipeg seeks a Social Worker for their Community Wellness team. The role involves providing client-centered care, promoting wellness, and engaging with Indigenous communities. Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Services and a minimum of five years of social work experience. This permanent, full-time position is dedicated to serving the health needs of Indigenous individuals and families. The successful applicant will join an interdisciplinary team committed to fostering wellness and harm reduction.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated understanding of Indigenous culture in social work.
• Minimum of five years of experience as a Social Worker.
• Experience in mental health and cognitive behavioral therapy.

Responsibilities

• Provide client care and facilitate community wellness activities.
• Engage in extended community outreach and advocacy.
• Conduct group facilitation and health education sessions.

Skills

Indigenous ways of knowing

Relationship-building

Critical thinking

Crisis intervention

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Social Services (BSW preferred)

Tools

EMR software

eChart

Accuro

Job description

A community health organization in Winnipeg seeks a Social Worker for their Community Wellness team. The role involves providing client-centered care, promoting wellness, and engaging with Indigenous communities. Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Services and a minimum of five years of social work experience. This permanent, full-time position is dedicated to serving the health needs of Indigenous individuals and families. The successful applicant will join an interdisciplinary team committed to fostering wellness and harm reduction.