Support Worker – Prevention & Recovery

The Lac La Ronge Indian Band’s Woodland Wellness Centre is inviting applications for the following positions based out of the Prevention & Recovery Department in La Ronge, SK :

Support Worker – Prevention & Recovery

2 – Permanent Full-Time

The suitable candidate will be able to perform the following duties :

• Complete an initial assessment of families’ needs so that you can identify and plan the support needed to address issues and prevent any problems from escalating;
• Assist in regular caseload review meetings with individuals and families during home and community visits to ensure they’re fully supported to progress and achieve desired outcomes;
• Facilitate family and community connections, by working alongside families in meeting case planning objectives and maintaining regularly scheduled visits;
• Provide transportation of families & community members to scheduled counseling, cultural and land-based activities;
• Provide and mentor a nurturing and structured environment with positive attachment caregiving;
• Be a role model and source of guidance for children and families by demonstrating healthy boundaries;
• Supporting children and families towards the goal of strengthening the family unit;
• Work as an effective and cooperative team member; Providing appropriate communication between program coordinator, mental health therapists, wellness workers, traditional therapist(s), and families where necessary;
• Other work-related duties as assigned by Immediate Supervisor.

The suitable candidate will possess the following qualifications :

Grade 12 Diploma or Equivalent;

Over 1-year experience in the family support services field is preferred;

Knowledge of parenting strategies, and child development is preferred;

Knowledge of Woodlands Cree Culture, Traditions, and healings;

Ability to counsel children, youth, and adults;

Excellent verbal and written communication skills;

Experience working with First Nations communities is an asset;

The ability to speak / understand Cree is an asset;

Must have a Valid Class 5 Driver’s License and own a reliable vehicle;

Must provide a satisfactory and recent; Criminal Record Check, Vulnerable Sector Check, & SGI Driver’s Abstract.

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