Maskawâtisiwin Support Worker

Cencora | Pharma solutions; Atikameg; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company providing community support is looking for a Maskawâtisiwin Support Worker to assist First Nation community members in their mental wellness journey. Successful candidates will be involved in developing programs, collaborating with local services, and supporting community health initiatives. This role offers training and development opportunities while ensuring a supportive environment for both clients and staff.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, and life insurance

Retirement savings plan

Competitive time off provisions

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Post Secondary Diploma or Degree in Human Services or related field.
• Experience in Service planning and coordination.
• Experience working closely with Indigenous communities.

Responsibilities

• Working with local health services to provide holistic treatment support.
• Collaborating with team lead to develop community programming.
• Assisting in crisis intervention and coordinating referrals.

Skills

Adaptability

Collaboration

Active Listening

Confidentiality

Compassion

Ethical and Cultural Awareness

Communication Skills

Critical Thinking

Education

Post Secondary Diploma or Degree in Human Services

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Job description

KTC Tribal Council

Maskawâtisiwin Support Worker

The Kee Tas Kee Now Tribal Council is comprised of the five member Nations and is responsible for providing guidance and support to the individual member First Nations in developing and achieving success in the management and administration of their own programs with the intent of developing self-reliance.

The Kee Tas Kee Now Tribal Council consists of the member Nations of Loon River First Nation – #476, Lubicon Lake Band – #453, Peerless Trout First Nation – #478, Whitefish Lake First Nation – #459 and Woodland Cree First Nation – #474. It was formed in 1995 to facilitate joint action by the member Nations on matters of mutual concern.

We are looking for energetic, hardworking people, committed to First Nation community members and their families. You work effectively with other service providers to coordinate services and supports, linking families and community members to assessments, referrals, and other mental health and addiction supports. You are familiar with mental health and addiction programs and resources in northern Alberta and can work equally well independently as well as part of a team.

Job Description:

This position is a unique opportunity designed specifically for someone who is interested in supporting clients on their mental wellness journey. On the job training, as well as furthering your education through professional development, will be supported by KTC Health!

Responsibilities:

• Working with local health services, determine feasibility of providing holistic treatment support to local members.
• Collaborating with team lead to develop in community programming with Elders/local knowledge keepers to support members. Connecting with established service providers in addiction, mental health, and cultural ways of knowing to leverage existing community capacities. Delivering appropriate programing and cultural teachings.
• Utilizing existing resources (cultural camps, and service providers) to host community events with a focus on mental wellness.
• The Maskawâtisiwin Support Worker’s activities will be done under the direction of a supervisor, using a strengths-based approach:
• Provides assistance to community members and leadership to develop positive and effective daily living strategies.
• Helps client and family to identify needs.
• Finds appropriate services to meet needs. Creates awareness and connections to community resources for community members.
• Transporting clients (as required)
• Works collaboratively with local services to coordinate referrals (if needed).
• Assists in crisis intervention as needed
• Handle general inquiries regarding mental health supports available in the community.
• Develop and provide training and education sessions.
• Works with existing programs (e.g. KTC Nisohtitan Team, Maternal Child Health, NNADAP, etc.) to enhance services.
• Works with other KTC agencies (e.g. C&FC, KTCEA) when requests for program purposes.
• Takes support calls from children, youth and their families/caregivers and members of the community.
• Coordinates and facilitates community presentations as requested from community health centre staff (e.g. Grief & Loss, Suicide Intervention, etc.)
• Resource for mental wellness supports and activities that are available through outside agencies (e.g. AHS).
• Gather data and complete reporting as required.

Skills and Abilities:

• Adaptability: Adjusting communication and approach to meet individual needs, ensuring that everyone feels valued and motivated, even in difficult circumstances.
• Collaboration: Actively contributing to team discussions, respecting the expertise and perspectives of others, and fostering a cooperative environment to achieve shared goals.
• Active Listening: Understanding others' perspectives and needs, providing support, and listening attentively to concerns to create a positive and supportive environment.
• Confidentiality: Adhering to confidentiality guidelines, ensuring that sensitive information is protected and only shared with authorized individuals in line with KTC policies.
• Compassion: Demonstrating empathy, understanding, and care in interactions with colleagues and clients, fostering a supportive environment for both team members and clients.
• Ethical and Cultural Awareness: Sensitivity to diverse populations and understanding of ethical issues related to health policy and equity.

• Strong communication skills (written and verbal)

• The ability to think critically, with creative problem-solving skills.

Qualifications:

• Post Secondary Diploma or Degree in Human Services (e.g. Social Work, Nursing or other related field) or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft (word, excel, outlook)
• Possess a valid Alberta driver’s license, access to a vehicle and ability to travel.
• Experience in Service planning and coordination
• Experience working in or closely with Indigenous.
• Fluency in an Cree is an asset.

Conditions of Employment:

RCMP/Police Criminal Record Check submitted prior to commencement of employment. Proof of professional designation and/or educational requirements.

Clear Child Intervention Check must be submitted prior to commencement of employment.

Candidates must possess valid driver’s license with access to a vehicle and willingness, capability, and flexibility in working in and travelling to KTC First Nation communities.

Benefits:

We offer a comprehensive benefits program that includes health, dental, life insurance, disability, retirement savings and competitive time off provisions, as well as professional development opportunities.

KTC is invested in their staff! Please note that in-house training will be provided for any duties that are required of the position to ensure all services adhere with KTC policy, procedures and team approach.

Message to Applicants:

Preference will be given to qualified candidates who are members of KTC First Nation Communities. KTC supports the training and growth of its community members and strongly encourages its members to apply on positions. Work experience and training are taken into consideration when screening for job openings. Opportunity for training and development may be available.

Salary:

Negotiable based on education and experience.

DEADLINE: Open Until Filled

The personal information submitted pursuant to the advertisement will be utilized for the employment opportunity only and is subject to compliance with the Freedom of information and protection of privacy act. Applicants are thanked in advance for their interest however only those selected for consideration/interview will be contacted.