Community Wellness Worker
Job Summary
Department Information
The Tlicho Community Services Agency is a unique organization responsible for the delivery of education, health and social services within the Tlicho region. The Tlicho Community Services Agency's vision 'Strong Like Two People' is a metaphor for the desire by community leadership to build an organization, and create programs and services that recognize the strength and importance of two cultures.
Job Information
Located in Behchoko, the Community Wellness Worker reports directly to the Clinical Supervisor, Mental Health and Wellness.
The Community Wellness Worker provides culturally relevant and appropriate education, screening, intake, assessment, counselling, planning, referral, and aftercare services related to cultural identity, mental health and wellness, substance use, family violence and healthy family dynamics to a diverse population of elders, adults, adolescents, and families.
The incumbent may be called upon outside of work hours when a traumatic event occurs within the community or to an individual. The responsibilities of this position may necessitate some on-call duty and flexible work schedules.
Typically, the above qualifications would be attained by:
Diploma in the Social Sciences field with a minimum of one (1) year of experience in the delivery of mental health, addictions, and wellness services, and awareness of cultural diversity, specifically, Northern Indigenous values and practices.
Or
Lived experience in the Northwest Territories (NWT) for a minimum of three (3) years. Lived experience is defined as direct knowledge and understanding of living in a community within the NWT, preferably within the Tlicho Region
Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.
Must have a valid Class 5 Drivers License (or equivalent)
GNWT Inquiries
Inquiries Only:
Tlicho HR Client Service Centre
Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
NISHI KHON BUILDING, 2nd FLOOR
BOX 419
BEHCHOKO NT X0E 0Y0
Tel (867) 392-3053
Fax (867) 392-6861
jobstlicho@gov.nt.ca
Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.
More Information
Term Position
This job opening is for a 1 Year Term.
Affirmative Action
Candidates must clearly identify their eligibility in order to receive priority consideration under the Affirmative Action Policy.
Criminal Records Check
Candidates must provide a satisfactory vulnerable sector check. Failure to provide a satisfactory check may deem you disqualified from the competition.
Diversity and Inclusion
The Government of the Northwest Territories is an inclusive workplace. If you have a disability and you require support during the hiring process, you are encouraged to identify your needs if you are contacted for an assignment or interview so that you may be accommodated during the hiring process.
Eligibility
Eligibility lists may be created from this competition to fill future term and indeterminate positions.
Equivalencies
Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.
Transfer Assignments
Transfer Assignments may be considered.
Job Opening Information
Job Opening ID # 25917
Closing Date: November 13, 2024- 23:59, Mountain Time
Salary Information
The salary range for this position is from $38.40 per hour to $45.86 per hour (approximately $74,880 - $89,427) plus an annual Northern Allowance of $5,599.