Children's Wellness Worker

Family and Community Support Services Department
Employment Status  Full-time Permanent
Start Date  TBD
Work Location   Sudbury Office
Hybrid
Rate of Pay  $23.00 - $30.00 per hour/dependant on experience
Schedule  Opening Statement  Are you passionate about supporting children, strengthening families, and making a meaningful difference in your community? Do you have a genuine commitment to promoting the health, well-being, and positive development of children?
Sagamok Anishnawbek is seeking a community-oriented Children's Wellness Worker to join our team. This is an opportunity for a compassionate and dedicated individual to play a vital role in supporting children and families by promoting wellness, fostering positive relationships, and helping create a safe, nurturing, and culturally grounded environment where every child has the opportunity to thrive.
Working collaboratively with families, community members, and other service providers, the Children's Wellness Worker will help identify needs, connect children and families with appropriate resources, and deliver meaningful support that reflects the values, traditions, and strengths of Sagamok Anishnawbek.

This role offers the opportunity to make a lasting impact by empowering families, strengthening community connections, and contributing to the overall wellness of the next generation.
Why Join Sagamok Anishnawbek?  At Sagamok Anishnawbek, you'll become part of a team committed to collaboration, respect, culture, and community.
Meaningful work that directly supports children, families, and community wellbeing
An opportunity to advocate for culturally grounded approaches to child and family wellbeing
A collaborative role working with families, community services, legal partners, and child welfare agencies
Professional growth and experience in advocacy, family support, court processes, and community-based services
Employee & Family Assistance Program
Life Insurance
Paid Time-off
Pension
Professional Development Opportunities
Invitation to participate in community events
On-site parking
What You Will Be Doing  Community Wellness Pro grams:
Develop, implement, and evaluate wellness programs that address community needs, including mental health, addiction support, family wellness, and youth engagement.
Integrate traditional knowledge, ceremonies, and teachings into program delivery to ensure cultural relevance.
Facilitate workshops, group sessions, and community events focused on health promotion and prevention.
Community Engagement:
Build trust and positive relationships with community members through active listening, respect, and confidentiality.
Act as a liaison between the community, leadership, and external organizations to address wellness needs.
Conduct outreach to ensure that all community members, including Elders, youth, and vulnerable populations, are supported.
Capacity Building:
Organize training sessions for community members and staff on topics such as mental health, addiction awareness, and traditional healing. etc.
Mentor and empower caregivers to take leadership roles in community wellness initiatives.
Support the development of local networks to enhance access to resources and services.
Administrative Duties:
Maintain accurate records of services provided, ensuring confidentiality.
Prepare reports and funding proposals to support wellness programs.
Monitor budgets and ensure program resources are used effectively.
Principal Accountabilities   Identify and introduce promising and/or best practices that contribute to personal, family and community wellness.
Plan, facilitate and/or coordinate a range of evidence-based primary prevention workshops, activities, programs and/or presentations for children, parents and community using age appropriate…