Fire Keeper Patrol Worker - Cold Weather Alerts

POSITION: Fire Keeper Patrol Worker - Cold Weather Alerts (6 positions)

DEPARTMENT: Social Development

COMPETITION#:

LOCATION: Timmins

TERM: Casual/On-Call to March 31, 2026

CLOSING DATE: February 16, 2026 at 4:00pm EST

POSITION SUMMARY

Reporting tothe Fire Keeper Patrol Coordinator, the Fire Keeper Patrol Worker is responsible for providing culturally appropriate crisis counselling and case management services. The incumbent will be focused on supporting urban

Indigenous members experiencing homelessness, substance abuse/addiction, andmental health issues. The Fire Keeper Patrol Worker will create linkages tonecessary external and internal supports and programs. The incumbent will ensure all services are trauma-informed, based on a harm reduction model and culturally responsive to produce positive outcomes for members. The Fire Keeper Patrol Worker will work as a team to support the urban mobile outreach program:

Fire Keeper Patrol. The position works collaboratively with community service providers, and volunteers.

REQUIREMENTS

• Social Service Worker Diploma or degree in Social Work, Psychology, or relevant mental health care field an asset.
• Experience working with at risk Indigenous members, Crisis Intervention and or Case Management experience.
• Knowledgeable in areas of trauma, family violence, abuse, addictions,crisis, residential schools, and intergenerational issues.
• Demonstrated knowledge, sensitivity and awareness of the history,culture, and unique needs of urban Indigenous people.
• Experience in coordinating events and programs is an asset.
• Knowledge of Indigenous and non-Indigenous community resources and related services
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and computer skills
• Proficiency with computer software including EMR databases.
• Current First Aid and CPR Certification is an asset
• A valid Driver’s License is an asset.
• Ability to be flexible and workdays, evenings, and weekends.
• Ability to travel when required.
• Ability to speak in one of the Mushkegowuk Cree dialects, and or/orwrite in syllabics definite assets .

WHYJOIN OUR TEAM

Mushkegowuk Counciloffers a competitive compensation package, as well as a cohesive work environment and opportunities for development.

• Health and Dental Benefits
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Matched Pension Contributions
• Generous Vacation and Leave Entitlements

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Full vaccination against COVID-19 is mandatory for this position and operation (the Council will however adhere to its duty to accommodate those whoare unable to be fully vaccinated for a reason related to a human rightprotected ground).

HOWTO JOIN OUR TEAM

SUBMIT RESUME AND THREE (3) RECENT WORK REFERENCES with theirphone numbers and e-mail addresses, quoting Competition # no laterthan 4:00 PMon February 16, 2026 to:

We thank all applicants for their interest, however only selected candidates will be contacted for an interview. If you have anyaccessibility or special requirements, please let us know and we will do ourutmost to accommodate, in accordance with applicable legislation.

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