Job Description

Must email admin@gpfriendship.com with a cover letter & resume. Indeed applications will not be considered, thank you!

Reports to:

Kikinaw Program Coordinator

Responsibilities to:

1. Program Coordinator

Submit timesheets, Leave of Absence forms and travel allowance forms via e-mail to Program Coordinator according to the Grande Prairie Payroll Schedule

Submit monthly reports

Notify of absence by 8:00am on day(s) missed

Notify of training needs

2. Clientele

Assisting individuals with their immediate needs and concerns, offering support and guidance

Provide responsive and respectful supports to clients

Refer client(s) to appropriate services within the community, and suitable programming within GPFC--support in attending if requested

Ability to remain emotionally regulated when working with individuals who may be emotionally escalated

Refer to mental health and addictions peer support, (Pikiskwetan)

Build relationships with clients by visiting (connecting) with them as they access Kikinaw services

Encourage and provide support to help guide and reduce barriers for clients who would like to access community services, (i.e., detox/treatment, transportation)

Provide activities for Kikinaw clients accessing services

Advocate for health, economic, and social equity

Ensure client information is updated in client files as needed

Provide safety/resource supports

3. Grande Prairie Friendship Centre

Be comfortable in assisting in other positions as requested

Participate in monthly/bi-monthly team building

Review and be familiar with GPFC Policies and Procedures

Maintain Oath of Confidentiality always

Promote Friendship Centre Movement in community

Enter stats and all other relevant information into GPFC Database daily/weekly

Adhere to GPFC safety policies and practices

4. Community

Participate in ongoing communication with community services providing support to clients accessing Kikinaw, (i.e., Community Outreach Nurses, MOP, NorthReach, etc.)

Build professional networks and work in collaboration with a diverse range of community resources

Support clients through advocacy and warm referrals to appropriate community resources, helping to build connections within their community

Qualifications:

Certification in Social Work, Addictions and Mental Health, or related Human Services field

Experience working with Indigenous communities and/or individuals experiencing homelessness or poverty

Have knowledge of Indigenous cultures, histories, and issues facing urban Indigenous peoples

ASIST certified

First Aid certified

Be comfortable acting as an advocate for individuals

Be able to set boundaries and have clear understanding of self

Be willing to work evenings and weekends as needed on a flex schedule

Reliable registered vehicle and possess valid class 5 driver's license

Provide a current and clear Criminal Record Check

Provide a current and clear Alberta Child and Youth Intervention Record Check, as well as from all provinces resided in the past 3 years

Have proficient computer skills

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.00-$22.00 per hour

Expected hours: 30 per week

Work Location: In person