Health Outreach Worker Enji-Maawinjidiyaang Indigenous Friendship Center

Mamaweswen, The North Shore Tribal Council•Elliot Lake, ON

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Niigaaniin Services is seeking a Health Outreach Worker to support the Robinson Huron Treaty Area. This full-time position involves combining traditional and mainstream programs and services for the benefit of urban Indigenous communities. The role offers peer counselling, crisis intervention, and traditional/cultural supports, as well as advocacy and systems navigation to ensure equitable access to primary healthcare. The Health Outreach Worker will assist Urban Indigenous families and community members in accessing services through membership enrollment and participation in group and individual services, workshops, and programs.

Requirements

Diploma or degree in Social Services and/or equivalent experience.
Minimum of two (2) years direct services with children, youth, parents and/or family groups.
First Aid/CPR certified or open to training for certification.
Ability to work flexible hours.
Superior oral and written communication skills.
Excellent time management skills with the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
Must have a clear Criminal Reference Check and Vulnerable Peoples Sector Check applicable to the responsibilities of this position.
Class G Driver’s license and access to a vehicle.

Nice To Haves

Registered band member of the First Nations serviced by Niigaaniin Services, including Batchewana First Nation, Garden River First Nation, Thessalon First Nation, Mississauga First Nation, Serpent River First Nation, Sagamok Anishnawbek, Atikameksheng Anishnawbek, and Wahnapitae First Nation.
Knowledge and understanding of Anishnaabemowin, culture and traditions of Indigenous people of the Robinson Huron Treaty.
Knowledgeable about the culture and the significant characteristics of the social structure and relevant human services needs of Anishnawbe.
Knowledge of relevant legislation, policies and procedures to ensure that children and youth are supervised and safe at all times.
Knowledge of the issues facing individuals with substance abuse/addictions concerns and of relevant support modalities.
Knowledge of case management and documentation practices.
Familiar with community services networks and knowledge the Niigaaniin Services would be an asset.
Excellent case and file management skills, stress management and time management skills.
Thorough understanding of the impacts of addictions on the individual, their family members and the community.

Responsibilities

Offer peer counselling, crisis intervention, and traditional and cultural supports to direct-service users.
Provide advocacy and systems navigation to ensure equitable access to primary healthcare providers.
Assist Urban Indigenous families and community members in accessing Enji Maawinjidiyaang via membership enrolment and participation in group and individual services, workshops and programs.
Facilitate workshops and programming while meeting target outcomes.
Maintain confidentiality.
Work in a performance-based system with a proven track record of meeting targets and outcomes.
Use Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Coordinate programs and services.
Engage people to build trust and rapport with children, youth and families.
Conduct effective verbal and listening communication, excellent interviewing and counselling skills.