Indigenous Wellness Worker

Atlohsa; London; On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a passionate Indigenous Wellness Worker to join a transformative healing program. This role combines traditional healing practices with modern healthcare, supporting First Nations, Inuit, and Metis individuals facing mental health challenges. As part of a dedicated team, you will facilitate group programming, manage cases, and collaborate with cultural knowledge keepers. If you have a background in social services and a commitment to holistic wellness, this opportunity offers a fulfilling career path with a strong focus on community engagement and personal development. Join us in making a meaningful impact!

Benefits

Three weeks vacation

12 self-development days per year

12 sick days per year

100% employer provided benefits

Employer provided pension plan

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in Social Service Work or equivalent required.
• Experience in group facilitation and case management is essential.

Responsibilities

• Organize and facilitate group sessions based on participant needs.
• Provide case management for lower acuity individuals in community settings.

Skills

Group Facilitation

Case Management

Interpersonal Skills

Problem-Solving

Crisis Prevention

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

Post-secondary education in Social Service Work

Mental Health and Addictions

Tools

Data Management Software

Job description

Atlohsa Family Healing Services is seeking a motivated and dynamic individual to join the Biigajiiskaan Healing Program as an Indigenous Wellness Worker. Reporting to the Biigajiiskaan Program Manager, the Indigenous Wellness Worker is responsible for case management for up to 15 lower acuity individuals, planning and facilitating group programming, and collaborating on events and wider community engagement programs.

Combining the very best of traditional healing medicine and knowledge with Western hospital-based healthcare and practices, Biigajiiskaan is an Indigenous-led mental wellness program grounded in a wholistic engagement approach to care. The program supports First Nations, Inuit, and Metis individuals who are experiencing severe, persistent mental health challenges and concurrent disorders.

Role and Responsibility

The Indigenous Wellness Worker will be responsible to:

• Organize and facilitate groups for participants based on need, program requirements, and the outcomes of Wholistic Wellness Assessments.
• Provide case management for a case load of respectively lower acuity individuals both in community and on-site.
• Collaborate with Knowledge Keepers in running cultural programming in group settings.
• Timely and thorough completion of required case notes on data management software to meet legislated requirements.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of participants as they access medical supports, traditional wellness supports, and wider community agencies.

Suitability

• Post-secondary education in Social Service Work or Mental Health and Addictions, or equivalent, with appropriate licensures/registration.
• Experience in group facilitation for addictions and mental wellness.
• Traditional First Nations, Inuit, or Metis crafting skills an asset.
• Ability to pivot to meet emergent needs of participants as they arise.
• Strong planning and organizational skills to work collaboratively as a team member and independently to meet the needs of participants and program requirements.
• Experience in case management and using case management software.
• Demonstrated strength in interpersonal relations, problem-solving, crisis prevention, group dynamics, and trauma-informed approaches.
• Effective communication (written and verbal), interpersonal skills, and the ability to interact with others in a respectful manner as defined in the Atlohsa Code of Conduct.
• Valid Ontario G-Class driver’s license, with clean driving record required.
• First Aid and CPR certificate.
• A current Vulnerable Sector Check.

EMPLOYMENT TERM

Term: Permanent; full-time
CLOSING DATE: May 9, 2025
REMUNERATION:

• $25.00 to $29.00 per hour
• Three (3) weeks vacation
• 12 self-development days per year
• 12 sick days per year
• 100% employer provided benefits, including healthcare, dental, and vision
• Employer provided pension plan.

Individuals who self-identify as First Nations, Metis or Inuit are strongly encouraged to apply. At Atlohsa, we value diversity in our workforce and encourage all qualified candidates to apply, however, due to the nature of our organization, preferences will be given to qualified Indigenous applicants.

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodations for interviews or other meetings, please contact Human Resources to make arrangements.

We thank all those who apply however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.