Mental Wellness Response Team Support Worker

• Post Date:
  
  T10:10
• Closing Date:
  
  T16:30

MENTAL WELLNESS RESPONSE TEAM SUPPORT WORKER

One (1) Permanent Full-Time

Wabasca, Alberta

The Bigstone Community Wellness department is seeking an experienced Mental Wellness Response Team Support Worker, to join our talented Health Team in Wabasca, Alberta. This is a rewarding opportunity if you have an appreciation for Indigenous culture, a desire for continuing professional development and enjoy the support and collaboration from our multidisciplinary team and various other professionals and agencies.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide response to crisis situations in communities.
• Act as advocates for individuals, community members requesting mental health support.
• Assess crisis situations, provide follow up post crisis support, and connect to appropriate care.
• Provide program information, resources and assistance to service providers.
• Create and participate in working partnerships with mental health agencies / committees to ensure effective delivery of the crisis team program services in community.
• Willing to travel to provide program services in Wabasca, Calling Lake and Chipewyan Lake.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong organizational, communication and decision-making skills
• Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy in completing tasks.
• Demonstrate ability to maintain privacy and confidentiality.
• Must possess excellent communication skills, both written and oral

Education and Experience:

• Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as requested
• Willing to take any necessary training that is required
• Willing to travel within Alberta
• Must be dependable and reliable
• Class 5 Drivers License
• Standard Frist Aid with CPR

Competitive Salary

Paid Vacation & Sick Time

Employer Matching Registered Pension Plan

Extended Health, Dental & Vision Plan

Salary is dependent on qualifications

The strong commitment from Band leadership and Health Commission staff has resulted in a first class health organization that makes a difference in these communities. Dedication to program objectives has meant improved health status, reduction in disease rates, and a healthier and happier community.