Mentor (Re-post) - Winnipeg, Canada - Aboriginal Health & Wellness Centre of Winnipeg, Inc.

Aboriginal Health & Wellness Centre of Winnipeg, Inc.

Verified Company

Winnipeg, Canada

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

beBee Recruiter

Description

Working under the general direction of the Senior Mentor/FASD Educator, the Mentor is responsible for providing a broad range of promotion, outreach, intervention and treatment services and supports, that focus on intervention and health preservation for both high-risk women and women with difficult life circumstances, including their families, in the areas of substance abuse / misuse and fetal alcohol awareness and prevention in order to promote the adoption of healthier lifestyles and living.

The Mentor shall ensure that all activities are undertaken in a manner that is consistent with, and complementary to, the Vision Statement, the Principles and Values and the policies and procedures of the Aboriginal Health & Wellness Centre.

Duties and Responsibilities

Coordinates home visitation and community support activities designed to maintain a level of contact and service delivery matching the identified needs of the constituent(s) and, where required and appropriate, provides a broad range of crisis support and intervention activities.
Provides counseling and support to program participant(s) with emphasis on establishing individual goals, objectives and monitoring points within the program. Engages in an ongoing process of monitoring progress, providing constructive feedback and necessary interventions which utilizes an appropriate combination of traditional methods and values partnered with access to contemporary physical, emotional and psychological services.
Maintains an awareness of agencies, programs and supports providing community and culturally based health, wellness and lifestyle supports relative to the FAS/E Program, and ensures an effective integration and delivery of services to constituent(s).
Facilitates, and provides support to, individual and group activities such as personal counseling sessions, Sharing Circles, Sweats and Retreats which are designed to provide a base of personal knowledge and reference to constituents through individual and shared interactions and discussions.
Provides information regarding the mandate of the FAS/E Program, associated services provided in support of that mandate, and other Centre programs applicable to current and prospective Constituents.
Acts as an advocate with other agencies, organizations and individuals for the purpose of addressing immediate needs, while constantly encouraging and supporting personal empowerment, independence and selfreliance, for current constituents,
Adheres to the definition of, and reporting procedures for, suspected instances of child abuse as set forth in the Child and Family Services Act

Qualifications

Degree/Certificate in Social Sciences (including ECE, Youth Care, Community & Addictions); combination of education and experience deemed appropriate by the Centre.
Demonstrated knowledge and experience in dealing with the prenatal substance use issues utilizing a multidiscipline intervention and treatment approach.
Previous practical experience in working within an Indigenousbased community services providing physical, emotional, spiritual and social support to individuals and families.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills including a demonstrated proficiency in conducting individual / group counseling, leading group presentations and group facilitation and effectively dealing with situations of conflict and stress.
Possess a valid Driver's License and a suitable vehicle for work tasks.
Computer skills, including the use of Word, Excel, Outlook and other general office equipment.
Ability to communicate in an Indigenous language(s) would be a definite asset.

AHWC is committed to achieving employment equity, therefore encourage applicants to self-declare in cover letter if Indigenous (First Nation, Status and Non-Status, Metis and Inuit).

Hours of work: 8:45 AM 4:30 PM
Monday to Friday

Please provide a cover letter and resume to:
Kristi Fitzgerald

Coordinator of Human Resources

Higgins Avenue

Winnipeg, MB R3B 3G1

Salary:
From $20.83 per hour

Expected hours: 37.5 per week

Benefits: