Bigstone Health Commission is seeking an experienced, highly motivated, and dependable Youth Worker to join our talented Health Team for the Bigstone communities in which we serve in Wabasca, Calling Lake, and Chipewyan Lake. This is a rewarding opportunity if you have an appreciation for Indigenous Culture, a desire for continuing professional development and enjoy the support and collaboration from our multidisciplinary team and various other professionals and agencies.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Work under the direction of the Community Wellness Manager within the Bigstone Wellness Program
Provide intakes and assessments and refer to qualified counsellors when necessary
Plan and implement youth focused activities
Create prevention initiatives by using recreation/social programs
Provide awareness workshops for different age groups recognizing abusive patterns and lifestyles
Establish relationships with various stakeholders in the community, and maintain good working relationships
Provide referrals to other agencies, as needed
Represent at diagnostic and case conferences
Create continuous support programs for youth
Other duties as assigned
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Must be prepared to work irregular hours
Good organizational skills, make sound decisions and act quickly in critical circumstances
Good knowledge of office procedures, data collection and reporting
Be extremely observant to detail and accuracy.
Must be able to work in a diverse environment
Good written and oral communication skills
Must be a team player and able to work with minimal supervision
Maintain confidentiality in accordance with BHC policy
Ability to speak Cree is an asset
Education and Experience:
Post-secondary Education in the Human Services Field or Child & Youth Care Program
Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training
Mental Health First Aid
Equivalent combination of education, training and experience will be considered
Must be able to provide proof of education credentials
Must have experience or knowledge working with Indigenous populations
Must have previous experience in a counselling or mental health capacity
Must have or obtain within 6 months of hire; First Aid/CPR certification and maintain such
Must have a valid driver's license, (class 5 minimum)
Must be willing to take further training as required.
Benefits:
Competitive Salary
Paid Vacation & Sick Time
Employer Matching Registered Pension Plan
Extended Health, Dental & Vision Plan
Salary is dependent on qualifications.
Please forward your Cover Letter, Resume (including 3 work related references), & Criminal Record Check, Vulnerable Sector Check and Child & Youth Intervention Check to our: