Indigenous Health Support & Recovery Navigator

Anishinabek Employment & Training Services; Northwestern Ontario; Hybrid; CAD 40,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

Waasegiizhig Nanaandawe’iyewigamig is seeking a Client Support Worker for the HART hub, a 24/7 program addressing homelessness, addiction, and mental health with a holistic, culturally responsive care model. The role involves shift work including weekends and responsibilities across intake, planning, and resource navigation.

The position emphasizes Indigenous values, community healing, and collaboration with interprofessional teams.

Qualifications

• Strong oral and written communication skills required.
• Excellent interpersonal skills for diverse clients.
• Knowledge of Indigenous culture and wholistic health approaches valued.
• Immunization in compliance with policy required.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel preferred.
• Criminal records check and driving abstract required.
• Commitment to ongoing training and development.

Responsibilities

• Support clients to participate in Journey Planning and goal setting.
• Coordinate case management and navigate health care resources.
• Assist clients in accessing addiction and mental health services.
• Complete client intake and facilitate access to services.
• Model healthy living and provide cultural teachings.
• Maintain safe, clean facilities and inventory of supplies.
• Prepare documentation and reports for accountability.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Anishinaabemowin knowledge (asset)

Driving license

Documentation & computer skills

Teamwork and modeling healthy living

Holistic health understanding

Education

OSSD or equivalent

Job description

Waasegiizhig Nanaandawe’iyewigamig is seeking a Client Support Worker for the HART hub, a 24/7 program addressing homelessness, addiction, and mental health with a holistic, culturally responsive care model. The role involves shift work including weekends and responsibilities across intake, planning, and resource navigation.

The position emphasizes Indigenous values, community healing, and collaboration with interprofessional teams.