NATIONAL OCCUPATION CODE 42201POSITION TYPE FULL-TIME This position involves providing practical life skill training, mentoring, support, crisis intervention and risk management services to clients in treatment at our practice. Clients include adults and youth, males and females, and special need populations, all of which have been in conflict with the law or are at risk of being in conflict with the law.The ideal candidate is committed to being a catalyst for change and wellness; is a mature, emotionally strong, confident, self-motivated individual who is comfortable taking initiative; and interested in and able to provide support, mentor, and teach skills while also able to set limits/boundaries and work from a place of client accountability. If you are someone who enjoys rolling up their sleeves and being active and creative in their work, values being part of a strong and collaborative team, is able to wear multiple hats and shift priorities on a dime, we'd like to learn more about you. This position is about supporting clients and working collaboratively with the clinical team to facilitate client growth. The successful candidate for this position will:

• Be comfortable working with challenging clients in a community setting, including those who have been identified as having risk factors of concern, high needs and who may live with mental health disorders and struggle with addictions.
• Demonstrate a high degree of professionalism, responsibility and personal/professional integrity.
• Have skills and experience related to crisis management, conflict resolution and general counselling.
• Be able to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Have strong time management and organizational skills including the ability to manage a caseload and schedule appointments with clients.
• Have strong, professional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to document session notes, contribute to reports and write email correspondence in a professional and timely manner.

It is an asset if you have:

• Post-secondary education in a related field or equivalent work experience.
• Familiarity with Indigenous culture and traditional lifestyles.
• The ability to work flexible hours.
• A driver's license.

Knowledge of and/or experience participating in Indigenous traditional teachings, processes of healing and ceremonies is an asset. If this is you, we encourage you to apply and identify this in your cover letter and resume. Candidates with this knowledge and experience will have the opportunity to work both as a support worker and as a support worker within our Traditional Support & Healing Program for Indigenous clients. Please send a cover letter and a resume to [email protected] . This job advertisement has been provided by an external employer/partner. (CAHRD) Centre for Aboriginal Human Resource Development is not responsible for the content's accuracy, authenticity, or reliability. #J-18808-Ljbffr