Job Description

Shakotihsnie:nenhs (Traditional Support Counsellor)

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Under the supervision of the Team Leader of Traditional Services, the Shakotihsnie:nenhs Traditional Support Counselor is responsible to provide support and counseling services to the clients of KSCS through a traditional approach for healing and wellness. The Shakotihsnie:nenhs Traditional Support Counselor is part of a team that provides services within the KSCS Continuum of Care while meeting the needs based on the Community Health Plan and KSCS Strategic Framework.


Department: Family Services, Prevention Services


Duration: Indefinite full-time position, with a 6-month probationary period


Salary: Starting at $30.63/hour


Schedule: 35 hrs/week; must be willing to work flexible hours as necessary


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Description

Under the supervision of the Team Leader of Traditional Services, the Shakotihsnie:nenhs Traditional Support Counselor is responsible to provide support and counseling services to the clients of KSCS through a traditional approach for healing and wellness. The Shakotihsnie:nenhs Traditional Support Counselor is part of a team that provides services within the KSCS Continuum of Care while meeting the needs based on the Community Health Plan and KSCS Strategic Framework.

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Responsibilities

Provide counseling services to clients:

Conduct screenings and assessments as needed. Develop service plans with clients & Team Leader. Participate in supervision sessions with supervisor. Work with extended family in individual or group settings to provide/share information, discuss issues that impact on client/family. Ensure outreach to family systems of clients. Provide support (awareness, prevention sessions, traditional services) to clients as required (youth, parents, children, etc). Bring an innovative, creative, holistic and cultural approach to service delivery by integrating traditional and conventional approaches to service delivery (present information on various methods to individual clients, coworkers, or groups). Provide individual sweat lodge teachings to clients, fasting & purging & other ceremonies as per individual service plan. Provide Haudenosaunee healing techniques and practices. Provide Haudenosaunee teachings, knowledge & natural medicines/herbs based on client needs in order to aid in personal growth. Promote & provide information to Tsi Niionkwarihotens (Our Ways) Provide support services in various locations (home of client, Longhouse, etc). Assist clients with appointments and court dates when deemed appropriate.

Assist in the implementation and planning of the Prevention and Support Services Team:

Prepare & write briefs, reports, case notes, evaluations and caseload summaries Participate in Placement & Review as well as Case Conference meetings Participate in training Provide Team Leader & manager with information needed to develop programming & services Participate in team meetings Develop and maintain a resource network to meet the needs of community members (internal & external) Collaborate and help design service plans in a team setting for individuals and families

Assist in promotion of and planning for Special Projects and Groups:

Assist in development of initiatives, proposals & budgets Participate in other meetings as needed (inter-organizational committees) Provide facilitation and planning of therapeutic, support or skill building groups Provide information relevant to FWC and traditional services re: talk shows & articles etc.

Performs any other job-related duties as may be required by the immediate Supervisor.

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Communications

Interpersonal relationships: + Appropriate verbal and written communications skills to deal with coworkers, supervisors and clients.
+ Good verbal and listening skills.
Leadership: + Motivation skills, self-starter with creative and innovative ideas.
+ Ability to organize projects/tasks and collaborate with coworkers in an effective and efficient manner.
+ Ability to take initiative; follow up on tasks, be a positive role model and be an effective communicator while facilitating processes with clients and stakeholders.
Team Work: + Ability to work independently and in a multi-disciplinary team setting;
+ Willingness to be a team player.
+ It is important to attend team meetings and to follow up with responsibilities
+ Experience working with groups of all ages.
External Communications: Appropriate interpersonal, leadership and team work skills are transferable and required to maintain positive relationships with all stakeholders Negotiations: + Ability to deal with crisis and mediation.
+ Possess strong problem-solving skills, communication and conflict resolution skills.
+ This may be a skill needed on occasion in terms of working with stakeholders, participants, supervisors and/or coworkers. However, it isn't a major role within this job description.
Training: + Must be versed in traditional Iroquois teachings & committed to helping the clients within this framework.
+ Continual training is needed to stay on top of the trends in the field, to become aware of issues that may affect the clients/participants.
+ Participation in KSCS training is mandatory and based on emerging needs and Performance Appraisals. Adherence to the Training Request procedure is needed for tracking purposes.

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Environmental Factors

Types of Schedule: + Regular work week, some flexible hours
+ Ability to work flexible hours to meet needs of individuals, families, teams (evenings & weekends)
Stress Factor: Moderate stress with some periods of high stress Deadlines: Some tight deadlines (unplanned)
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Accountability

To provide services in a manner consistent with the terms and conditions of the employment agreement, the personnel policies, standard operating procedures and directives; To provide trusting, professional and thoroughly researched counselling; To engage with referring parties in a professional and collaborative manner; To approach all Kahnawake Community members and others in a respectful way; To maintain positive working relationships with target groups; To integrate a holistic and cultural approach to the service delivery; To network with other organizations giving a positive contribution of KSCS; To maintain confidentiality practices
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Qualifications

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Education and experience:

Bachelor's in Social Work (BSW) with one (1) year related experience. Certificate/D.E.C. in Social Work or related field with two (2) years related experience. Minimum of High School with five (5) years related work experience and/or training may be considered.
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Skills and requirements:

Strong knowledge of the Kahnawake community Strong knowledge of programs and services offered through KSCS Must have knowledge of Haudenosaunee traditions and ceremonies Ability to organize projects using Haudenosaunee approaches and teachings Ability to teach Haudenosaunee ceremonies and traditions Strong problem-solving skills, mediation, communication and conflict resolution skills Strong motivation skills, self- starter with creative and innovative ideas Ability to promote the program objectives Ability to multi-task and work under pressure Ability to use computer programs (Word, Excel, Outlook) Ability to work some overtime, flexible hours, including evenings, overnights & weekends Ability to meet planned deadlines and on occasion some unplanned deadlines as required. A valid driver's license and access to a vehicle are a requirement Lifestyle must reflect that of a positive role model
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Assets:

Knowledge of Kanien'ke:ha is an asset Knowledge of Statistics is an asset

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Online Application

Prepare digital copies (e.g. PDF, Image, Word) of the following documents to upload with your application:

Download and sign the privacy waiver. A copy of a government-issued I.D. Resume / CV Letter of intent Proof of education and/or certifications


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Email Application

Prepare digital copies (e.g. PDF, Image, Word) of the following documents to attach to your application:

Download and complete the job application. Download and sign the privacy waiver. A copy of a government-issued I.D. Resume / CV Letter of intent Proof of education and/or certifications

Please submit your application with all documents attached to

KSCS Human Resources

athumanresources@kscskahnawake.ca.


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In-person / Mailed Application

Please print the following documents to include with your application:

Download and complete the job application. Download and sign the privacy waiver. A copy of a government-issued I.D. Resume / CV Letter of intent Proof of education and/or certifications

Printed applications can be delivered to the following address:

Kahnawa:ke Shakotiia'takehnhas Community Services

P.O. Box 1440

Kahnawake, Quebec

J0L 1B0

Canada


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Resources for Applicants

For more information, please contact the KSCS Operations Office (KOC) at 1-450-632-8464, or via email at humanresources@kscskahnawake.ca.