Community Wellness Coordinator - Fort McMurray, Canada - Fort McMurray First Nation Group of Companies

Fort McMurray First Nation Group of Companies

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Fort McMurray, Canada

1 week ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

beBee Recruiter

Description

Gregoire Lake Reserve - FMFN

Department:
Community Wellness

Location:

Gregoire Lake Reserve - FMFN

Position Type:
Full Time

Salary:

Requisition:
042023

Date:
04/26/2023

Description:

In accordance with Fort McMurray First Nations Vision of an idealized system of wrap-around services for all members to access as a supportive resource for growth and healing, the Nation is seeking qualified, energetic individuals, to act as Community Wellness Support workers.

JOB OVERVIEW:
Community Wellness Support Workers will provide support and referrals to members and create growth programming.

Reporting to Community Wellness Coordinator, the Community Wellness Support Worker serves as the first point of contact and a link between the Nation's organizations and the people they serve.

The liaisons will work with all members of Fort McMurray # 468 First Nation to enhance the quality of life for our members.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Serve as the first point of personal contact for community members
Provide direction on members' concerns, and advocate on behalf of them
Connect populations with services and provide support through counselling and connecting individuals with medical, mental health, legal, government and community support
Perform marketing and salesrelated functions such as creating and hosting events, making presentations, and contacting members.
Community public relations and increase public awareness of FMFN468 activities.
Seek and write grant proposals.
To provide crisis support, interim counselling services and referral to longerterm services if applicable.
Create health and wellness programming for community members and orientate members on new programs.
Perform other duties as required

REQUIREMENTS:

College Diploma in Human Services or related field
A minimum of 2 years of experience in group facilitation, program implementation, and counselling.
A criminal record (Vulnerable Sector) and intervention record check
Class 5 Alberta driver's license w and willing to upgrade to Class 4 during employment.
First Aid, ASSIST, Nonviolent Crisis Intervention, and Naloxone training will be required to be taken and maintained throughout employment.
A passion for helping others and speaking with groups
Strong base knowledge of community services within the RMWB and research skills to provide referrals for offreserve members
The applicant will live and promote healthy living.
Strong spiritual, cultural, and traditional knowledge and values of First Nations people are preferred.
Own, reliable transportation with $2,000,000 liability

WHY APPLY?

In addition to your Salary/Hourly earnings, we also offer the following:
Our commitment to accountability, respect for one another, and hard work.
A benefits package with Insurance, Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
A healthy worklife balance with halfday Fridays
Employee and Family Assistance Program
We care a lot about your future, and we offer a defined contribution Registered Pension Plan.
An opportunity to work for a harmonious community with a rich culture that builds its economic and social success

Salary:

$27.00-$32.00 per hour

Benefits: