Youth Worker
Full Time (Permanent)
Monday to Friday – 7 hours/day
Calling Lake, Alberta
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 First Nation 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)
· All immunizations must be up to date
· Must be willing to take further training as required.
Benefits:
- Competitive Salary
- Paid Vacation & Sick Time
- Employer Matching Retirement Savings Plan
- Extended Health, Dental & Vision Plan
Salary will commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Send Cover Letter, Resume, Criminal Record Check along with 3 work related references to:
Bigstone Health Commission
Human Resources Department
Box 1020 Wabasca, Alberta T0G 2K0
Fax: 780-891-4010
Email to: bhcresumes@bigstonehealth.ca
Closing Date for this Employment Opportunity will be: Until a Suitable Candidate is found
Applicants are thanked in advance for their interest however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
