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Children’s Wellness Worker
Job Posting – 1 Full Time position

AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY:

The Childrens’ Wellness Worker’s primary responsibility is to develop and implement programs and services for at-risk/high risk children and youth (ages 7-15) and their families by providing community-based activities and services that are culturally appropriate and complement existing services. The Worker will utilize a strengths-based, trauma-informed approach that promotes youth programming, which may include: prevention education, health promotion, peer helping, early intervention, aftercare, and therapeutic interventions such as healing circles and counselling, as well as intake, screening, assessment and case management.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Post-secondary education in Indigenous studies, social work, child and youth work or combination of the equivalent education and/or a minimum of three years of work experience with children and youth.
• Knowledge of Indigenous culture and history, with particular emphasis on family violence, child welfare, impacts of trauma, Indigenous youth engagement and community outreach; knowledge of an Indigenous language(s) will be considered an asset.
• Knowledge of Indigenous youth engagement and community outreach tools.
• Knowledge of traditional teachings, particularly in the areas of water and land based activities, traditional medicines, language reclamation and food education.
• Ability to work professionally and collaboratively with child welfare agencies in Ontario; strong understanding of Child and Family Services Act and impact on Indigenous families.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation and policies to ensure youth are supervised and safe at all times.
• Ability to engage people to build trust and rapport; effective verbal and listening communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office including database applications.
• Excellent case and file management skills, stress management and time management skills; ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Group facilitation, team building and decision making skills; ability to problem solve and take initiative.
• Effective crisis intervention skills.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.
• Valid First Aid / CPR Certificate and Safe Food Handling certification is an asset.
• A clear criminal reference check (CPIC) and Vulnerable Sector Clearance is a condition of employment.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation. Will require a valid Drivers Abstract upon hiring.

Deadline Date: Monday, July 31, 2024
Salary: $48,000 / annum

Please submit cover letter and resume with three (3) references to:
Attention: Hiring Committee
Thunder Bay Indigenous Friendship Centre
401 N Cumberland Street Thunder Bay, ON P7A 4P7

Email: careers@tbifc.ca or Fax: 807-344-8945
See our website for more information: www.tbifc.ca/get-involved/job-postings/

The Thunder Bay Indigenous Friendship Centre is an equal opportunity employer.
Reasonable accommodations are available upon request for all parts of the recruitment process.
Meegwetch to all who apply, however, only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted

For a complete job description: Click Here

Indigenous Peer Support
Program Coordinator
Job Posting – Full Time Contract
to March 31, 2025 (pending funding)

SUMMARY:

The Indigenous Peer Support Program (IPSP) Coordinator’s primary responsibility is to provide networks of support and mentorship to urban Indigenous individuals under community supervision orders as they seek to improve their mental health, reduce any harms associated with their behaviours, avoid justice system recidivism, and pursue wholistic well-being. This position will collaborate with members of an interdisciplinary team to plan, implement, and coordinate services and support in consultation with individuals and partnering programs.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Preferred degree in Social Services, Indigenous Studies, or in a related human services field, with specialized training and/or minimum 3 years of work experience in mental health or justice services environment.
• Strong knowledge and awareness of Indigenous culture and history, with particular emphasis on family violence, child welfare, the impacts of trauma, engagement and community outreach, restorative justice; knowledge of an Indigenous language(s) will be considered an asset.
• Knowledge of the judicial system, Criminal Code, and other related federal and provincial statutes, and related court decisions regarding Indigenous persons. Knowledge of sentencing principles, alternative measures and restorative justice principles.
• Experience working with high-risk clientele experiencing concurrent issues.
• Experience in community service planning, delivery, and administration.
• Self-motivated individual with the ability to work with minimal supervision in a team-oriented setting.
• Excellent case and file management skills, stress and time management skills; able to meet deadlines.
• Ability to engage people to build trust and rapport; effective verbal and listening communication skills.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Group facilitation, team building and decision making skills; ability to problem solve and take initiative.
• Effective crisis intervention skills; ability to provide individual support and advocacy.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office including database applications.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and/or weekends.
• A clear criminal reference check (CPIC) and Vulnerable Sector Clearance is a condition of employment.
• Must have a valid Ontario Driver’s License and reliable transportation.

Deadline Date: Friday, July 26, 2024
Salary: $60,000 / annum

Please submit cover letter and resume with three (3) references to:
Attention: Hiring Committee
Thunder Bay Indigenous Friendship Centre
401 N Cumberland Street Thunder Bay, ON P7A 4P7

Email: careers@tbifc.ca or Fax: 807-344-8945
See our website for more information: www.tbifc.ca/get-involved/job-postings/

The Thunder Bay Indigenous Friendship Centre is an equal opportunity employer. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request for all parts of the recruitment process.

Miigwetch to all who apply, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted

For a complete job description: Click Here

Drug Treatment Court Caseworker
Job Posting – 1 full time vacancy

AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY:

The Drug Treatment Court (DTC) Caseworker is responsible for providing case management for clients attending the Drug Treatment Court, and for providing direct services and referrals to ensure clients receive services in a timely fashion. The DTC Caseworker will work within a multi-disciplinary team to create and implement individualized case management plans, support interventions across the continuum of care for each program participant, assist individuals with meeting aftercare goals for sober living and recovery, and work in partnership with judicial and health care partners.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Preferred Community College diploma, University degree or equivalent in Addictions or Social Services and/or minimum of 3 years work in wellness or justice services environment.
• Knowledge of the judicial system, mental health and addictions partners, and related court decisions regarding Indigenous persons. Experience in treatment and aftercare is an asset.
• Knowledge of Indigenous culture and experience working with Indigenous persons, particularly with intergenerational trauma; knowledge of Indigenous language(s) will be considered an asset.
• Self-motivated individual able to work with minimal supervision in a team-oriented setting.
• Effective crisis intervention skills.
• Ability to plan, coordinate and deliver educational and prevention workshops.
• Facilitation, team building and decision making skills; ability to problem solve and take initiative.
• Excellent case and file management skills, stress management and time management skills; ability to handle multiple tasks, prioritize work details and meet multiple deadlines.
• Ability to build trust and rapport; excellent verbal, listening, and written communication skills.
• Must be able to maintain confidentiality.
• Self-motivated individual with the ability to work with minimal supervision in a team oriented setting.
• Excellent case and file management skills, stress management and time management skills, meets deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office including database applications.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and/or weekends.
• Must have a valid Ontario Driver’s License and the use of a vehicle.
• A clear criminal reference check (CPIC) and Vulnerable Sector Clearance is a condition of employment.

Submission Date: Wednesday, July 31, 2024
Salary: $60,000 / annum

Please submit resume with three (3) references to the:
Attention: Hiring Committee

Thunder Bay Indigenous Friendship Centre
401 North Cumberland Street Thunder Bay, Ontario P7A 4P7

For a complete job description, please visit our website https://tbifc.ca/get-involved/job-postings/
Email: careers@tbifc.ca or Fax: (807) 344-8945

The Thunder Bay Indigenous Friendship Centre is an equal opportunity employer.
Reasonable accommodations are available upon request for all parts of the recruitment process.

Miigwetch to all who apply, however only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

For a complete job description: Click Here

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