COMMUNITY WORKER (2375) - Lowered Requirements at CBHSSJB

SUMMARY OF THE POSITION The person will participate in the identification of the needs of the population, participate in the community organization & development, and execute different action programs by using appropriate techniques, may act as a resource person for the groups. SPECIFIC FUNCTIONS In accordance with the policy and procedures of the CBHSS and within the L.H.S.S.S. and CMC mandate, the person will have to meet and intervene with people (individuals, families & community). • Assessment interview and report of potential Homecare at the supervisor’s request; • Providing support and assistance to home care clients; • Recruitment and Promotion of the Homecare Program in Waskaganish. REQUIREMENTS Education: • Must have a college diploma (DEC) in technique of social work or other relevant college discipline of a recognized school by the competent ministry; • This job also includes the person who, hold a certificate of college studies in Social Work Techniques or Social Assistance Techniques; • Applicants with an attestation of college studies in Educators in Native Childcare Services or Special Needs Education aboriginal and Inuit children may be considered. Please note that applicants who do not meet the above-mentioned requirements may be considered for this position if they possess the following alternative profile: A combination of education with a High School Diploma and two year’s worth of relevant experience to the position. Knowledge and Abilities: • Proper knowledge of the Waskaganish social environment; • Knowledge of Cree culture and social/health issues in Eeyou Istchee; • Knowledge of Eenou/Eeyou Pimaatsiiun healing practices and paradigms is an asset; • Ability to communicate with people, to run interviews and to establish and maintain a "helping relationship with beneficiaries"; and do light chores. • Must show an interest and ability to write reports in English; • Ability to work in collaboration with CLSC Community worker, NNADAP worker and other medical social services staff and other organisms within and outside the community; • Initiative, dynamism and sense of responsibility; • Must be ready to work occasionally outside the regular working hours (availability); • Must show initiative, be dynamic, exhibit responsibility and professionalism; • Must be sensitive to issues within the family unit; • Available to travel in the communities to assess situations. Language: • Fluent in English; • Fluency in Cree and French is an asset. Other: • Valid driver’s permit class 5 meeting the standards of the Société d'assurance automobile du Québec and the Ministère des Transports du Québec; • Excellent driving record: Driving Record Request (SAAQ clic online Services - Citizens).