Support Worker – Term; Leave Coverage – Woodland Wellness Centre, La Ronge

Position: Support Worker – Full-Time Term (Leave Coverage) – Woodland Wellness Centre, La Ronge
Location: La Ronge

OPEN COMPETITION

The Lac La Ronge Indian Band’s Woodland Wellness Centre is inviting applications for the following  Full-Time Term  position (Maternity Leave Coverage from June 12, to June 12, ) based out of the Treatment Department in La Ronge, SK:

Support Worker – Treatment

The suitable candidate will be able to perform the following duties:

Welcome participants to the Centre, conduct admission process and provide initial orientation;

Supervise and direct participants as required, following the WWC policy and procedures;

Supervise and support participant in their homework and activities;

Coordinate fire drills and facilitate evacuation drills as needed;

Maintain sidewalks in the absence of maintenance worker (shoveling and/or snow blowing);

Be open to supporting participants in First Nations cultural and non-cultural activities which support healing session objectives (eg: smudging, crafts, recreation, videos, cultural activities, drumming);

Monitor and Document participant administered medications and personal belongings;

Transport participants to appointments, activities, and meetings in a CVA (sometimes under dangerous road conditions, eg: snow and ice);

Report and record critical incidents according to Centre policies and procedures;

Maintain daily activity log, communication book and shift-change reporting;

Prepare participant related forms and ensure all participant related forms are completed;

All other work-related duties as assigned by Immediate Supervisor.

The suitable candidate will possess the following qualifications:

Grade 12 diploma or equivalent;

Minimum of 2 years’ experience in similar position;

Knowledge, willingness and understanding of First Nations customs and traditions is an asset;

Lifestyle choices including sobriety and abstinence from drugs and gaming consistent to the role will be a strong asset;

Previous experience working in a First Nations health or treatment center environment considered an asset;

Effective verbal and writing communication skills;

A positive and professional approach towards participants, fellow staff and public;

Problem solving/critical thinking skills and Excellent interpersonal skills;

Must have a Valid Class 5 Driver’s License and own a reliable vehicle;

Must provide a satisfactory and recent;
Criminal Record Check, Vulnerable Sector Check, SGI Driver’s Abstract

Date of Posting:
May 26,   Deadline:
Until Suitable Candidate is Found

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