Mental Wellness Support Worker

NAANDWECHIGE-GAMIG, Wikwemikong Health Centre; Wikwemikong; On-site; CAD 77,000; Full time

Job summary

A health center in Ontario is seeking a Mental Wellness Support Worker to assist individuals in times of crisis and provide educational resources. Responsibilities include responding to crisis situations, conducting risk assessments, and maintaining detailed case records. Applicants should have a post-secondary education in a helping discipline and experience with First Nations populations. This position requires excellent communication skills, a valid Ontario driver’s license, and a reliable vehicle. Salary is $77,000.00.

Qualifications

• Three years’ experience working with First Nations populations.
• Experience in crisis services is an asset.
• Valid Ontario Driver’s License and reliable vehicle required.

Responsibilities

• Provide immediate care to individuals experiencing crisis and trauma.
• Conduct on-site risk assessments and mental status examinations.
• Maintain accurate case notes and records.

Skills

Crisis intervention skills

Counseling skills

Interpersonal communication

Report writing

Time management

Knowledge of First Nations health issues

Education

Post-Secondary Education in a helping discipline

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

Job description

NAANDWECHIGE-GAMIG Wikwemikong Health Centre is looking for a Mental Wellness Support Worker.

Summary

The Mental Wellness Support Worker, under the direction of Crisis Coordinator, is responsible for helping individuals, families and the community in times of personal crisis as well as for cases of crisis prevention and education. The Mental Wellness Support Worker will provide counselling and resources in order to help mitigate the effects of crisis situations including, but not limited to: family violence, police interventions, and substance related matters. This role requires the Mental Wellness Support Worker to create accurate and detailed records and case notes as well as develop and maintain sustainable relationships with other professionals in the communities. The Mnidoo Mnising Mental Wellness Crisis Response Team services the 7 First Nation Communites of Mnidoo Mnising.

Responsibilities

1. Responding to Sheguiandah, M’Chigeeng, Whitefish First Nation, Aundeck Omni-Kaning, Sheshegwaning, Zhiibaahaasing and Wiikwemkoong Unceded Territory to provide immediate care to individuals experiencing crisis and trauma; through mobile crisis outreach.
2. Conduct on-site risk assessments and mental status examinations.
3. De-escalate crisis through provision of immediate solution-focused therapy.
4. Understand and respond to a variety of situations and conditions, tailoring responses appropriately.
5. Interview clients to assess the situation and determine the types and level of service required.
6. Aid in the development of continued treatment and safety plans.
7. Find safe housing for those in immediate need.
8. Assist clients in locating and accessing required services in the communities.
9. Act as a resource for communities and continued support programs, providing accurate information as required.
10. Direct individuals and families to available social services and resources within the communities to assist with the resolution of social and personal problems.
11. Provide counselling to clients, including one-on-one counselling and group therapy as required.
12. Provide education to clients, client families and significant others.
13. Review client information files on a regular basis to keep up to date with any changes.
14. Report to authorities, and take other protective action when required in cases of child abuse and/or neglect.
15. Maintain sustainable working relationships with communities agencies, schools, law enforcement and courts.
16. Maintain accurate and detailed case notes and records of each visit, conversation and any other form of communication.
17. Attend scheduled department staff meetings and in-service programs.
18. Act as an advocate for client groups within communities.
19. Adhere to work within all organizational, federal and provincial guidelines and standards.

Qualifications

• Post-Secondary Education in one of the helping disciplines from an accredited college or university.
• Three years’ experience in working with First Nations populations.
• Experience in crisis services considered an asset.
• Ability to write accurate and detailed reports.
• Knowledge of First Nations communities and health and social service issues
• Strong advocate in community development
• Excellent facilitation and time management skills
• Excellent interpersonal, written and oral communication skills
• Excellent assessment, interviewing and counselling skills
• Knowledge of service delivery systems, specialized services, First Nation community dynamics as well as all applicable legislation
• Computer literacy, including effective working skills of MS Word, Excel, and email required
• A well-defined sense of diplomacy, including solid negotiation, conflict resolution, and people management skills
• High level of sound and independent judgement, reasoning and discretion
• Strong morals and ethics, along with commitment to staff and patient privacy
• Mental Health First Aid; First Aid/CPR; Non-Violent Crisis Intervention; Critical Incident Stress Management certifications are an asset
• Travel is a requirement of this position – applicants must posses a valid Ontario Driver’s License and own a reliable vehicle

Salary: $77,000.00

Interested applicants must submit a cover letter, resume, photocopy of Diploma/Certificate/Degree from a Post-Secondary institution and contact information (phone number/email) for 2 work related references.

Melissa Roy

NAANDWECHIGE-GAMIG

Wikwemikong Health Centre

PO Box 101

16A Complex Drive Wikwemikong, Ontario POP 2J0

Email: [e-mail]