System Navigator - Thunder Bay, Canada - NorWest Community Health Centres

NorWest Community Health Centres

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Thunder Bay, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

One of a network of provincial community health centres, the NorWest Community Health Centres is a community based, non-profit organization funded by Ontario Health, emphasizing access to primary health care and prevention programs and services.

We are currently seeking a 1.0 FTE System Navigator in CTS, who as a valuable member of the Community Health Centre team will actively engage with service members on and offsite, establishing trust, providing harm reduction supplies and education, and connecting members with other relevant services.

The System Navigator will develop a strong knowledge of community resources and also connect with community partners. The position will engage collaboratively with NWCHC's interdisciplinary team members and service providers.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's degree in Social Work (HBSW), Registered Practical Nurse (RPN), or equivalent relevant experience.
Ability to provide assistance to clients with complex and multiple needs.
Experience working with people who have multiple vulnerabilities including mental health, addictions, trauma and homelessness.
Ability to respond to crisis and support the CTS team in overdose response.
Understanding and value alignment with harm reduction approaches and trauma informed care.
Understanding of and attending to the need for Indigenous cultural safety.
Demonstrated ability to facilitate and advocate for services.
Support a multidisciplinary team with the development of care paths for members.
Function as a resource for clients, families, health care providers and other community partners.
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team.
Awareness of and sensitivity to health issues particularly within individuals who face barriers to accessing care (under housed, living with mental health challenges or diagnoses, current or past substance use, complex health histories, 2SLGBTQIA+, newcomers, noninsured).
Strong interpersonal, organizational and group facilitation skills.
A current driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle.
Current certification in First Aid/CPR, suicide prevention and crisis deescalation are an asset.

How to Apply:

The deadline for applicants is Friday, April 28th, 2023.

Debbie Inman, Manager of Human Resources CHRL
NorWest Community Health Centres
525 Simpson Street
Thunder Bay, Ontario P7C 3J6

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NWCHC's is an equal opportunity employer. We thank all applicants for their interest but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Upon request, accommodations due to a disability are available throughout the selection process.