Indigenous Community Wellness Worker – Mental Health

Government of Northwest Territories; Ulukhaktok; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional government authority in Ulukhaktok is seeking a Community Wellness Worker to deliver mental health and addictions services while ensuring cultural safety. The role requires a diploma in social sciences, alongside strong knowledge of Indigenous values and over a year of relevant experience. Responsibilities include providing education, counseling, and preventive health activities. This position is ideal for candidates actively involved in community and cultural events, promoting wellness based on Indigenous principles.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year experience in mental health or addiction services.
• Lived experience in the NWT for three years is required.
• Active participation in community and cultural activities.

Responsibilities

• Deliver mental health and addiction services to the community.
• Provide education, counseling, and health promotion activities.
• Ensure services are culturally safe and reflective of community values.

Skills

Cultural values understanding

Addictions and mental health knowledge

Risk management application

Inter-generational trauma awareness

Health promotion abilities

NWT Mental Health Act knowledge

Cultural humility

Diversity and inclusion practices

Education

Diploma in Social Sciences

Grade 12 education

Job description

A regional government authority in Ulukhaktok is seeking a Community Wellness Worker to deliver mental health and addictions services while ensuring cultural safety. The role requires a diploma in social sciences, alongside strong knowledge of Indigenous values and over a year of relevant experience. Responsibilities include providing education, counseling, and preventive health activities. This position is ideal for candidates actively involved in community and cultural events, promoting wellness based on Indigenous principles.