POSITION SUMMARY

Paul First Nation Health Services is seeking a dedicated Community-Based Wellness Coordinator to join our team on a permanent full-time basis. This is an opportunity to be part of a dynamic wellness team, helping to address the drug/opioid/alcohol crisis in First Nation communities, developing and implementing strategies within the community.

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The position of the Wellness Program coordinator is to assist in planning, designing, and implementing specific projects aimed towards improving the physical, mental, social and spiritual well being of the First Nation people and other residents of our community who are affected by alcohol and substance abuse. These projects may include emotional or behavioral intervention plans, legal issues, children, youth, and family services. one of the responsibilities of the coordinator is to ensure the success of the projects.

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QUALIFICATIONS​

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• Bachelor's degree in social work, Psychology or other relevant programs (recommeded).

• Proficiency in Microsoft office.

• Naloxone, First Aid with CPR, Applied Suicide Intervention SKills.

• Valid class 5 driver's license with a clean driver's abstract.

• Clear criminal record and vulnerable sector check and satisfactory child welfare check.

• Preference will be given to community members, individuals of indigenous ancestry, individuals who have been sober for 2 years and to individuals who speak/understand the local dialect of Stony and Cree.

 

Skills and Attributes

• Facilitate and be a link to increase networking and strengthen communication between programs, community health and addiction (NNADAP) workers and community service workers.

• Foster and mentor a strong collaborative team providing addiction and mental health services to individuals, families and group leading them to deliver excellent client care and services.

• Advocate to facilitate referrals, aftercare services and treatment services.

• Create and facilitate culturally relevant presentations and community events.

• Maintain accurate statistical records and provide monthly program reports.

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 ​​To Apply

 

Please submit your resume and cover letter online (in one document!) to HR@paulfirstnation.com. In the cover letter, outline which position you think is right for you and why. While we thank all candidates who apply, only those deemed qualified by the hiring manager will be contacted.