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Prevention Worker Full Time
SUMMARY
The Prevention Worker(s) will be responsible for responding effectively in providing preventative service to Nigig Gamik clients in a collaborative and ongoing manner, or from time-to-time in crisis situations; ensuring support to children, youth and families during difficult times. The role will require flexibility and prompt response.
The Prevention Worker will often work in conjunction with other services departments within Nigig Nibi Ki-win Gamik to ensure a wholistic approach to well-being is offered/provided.
In addition, this role includes participating in the facilitation of culturally appropriate programing for children, youth and families with a wholistic approach that promotes and supports a healthy family lifestyle.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Service Delivery
· Works closely with children, youth, their families and community in facilitating connection to resources and assistance with participation in activities promoting well-being.
· Provides opportunities for the enhancement and development of a positive cultural identity for all clients.
· Complete all administrative duties and responsibilities including comprehensive and accurate notes on active files.
· Completes incident reports as may be required.
· Acknowledges and implements best practices based on trauma informed care and department/Nigig policy.
Collaborative Practice
· Works closely with Nigig Gamik’s other departments/staff to ensure quality service delivery and relevant programming is captured.
· Participates on relevant boards, committees and community development projects as may be assigned by management.
· Participates actively in task or work groups as assigned.
· Participate in staff meetings and care plan meetings.
Crisis Support
· Collaborates with emergency services to stabilize crisis issues of individuals as may be required in certain situations.
· Provides intensive short-term crisis support services in order to facilitate a successful transition to longer-term supports and services including but not limited to providing respite.
· Provides short-term follow-up and support to individuals following a crisis assessment.
· Provides resources and supports to family members of individuals in crisis.
· Assesses client needs and general well-being, prior to the development of appropriate recovery plans, in collaboration with Client Care Coordinator.
· Facilitates and monitor crisis recovery plans.
· Provide linkages to longer-term resources for those individuals in crisis.
Programming
· Informs and assists in the development and facilitation of individual and group programs according to community needs i.e. children, families and parents.
· Promotes and advertises relevant programs and activities to clients who may be interested in participating.
· Follows program guidelines, rules, regulations and completes all necessary forms/paperwork as might be required by the department.
Community Development
· Identifies, assesses, and prioritizes family and child prevention needs.
· Participates in developing strategic plans and annualized work plans.
· Participates and coordinates new prevention strategies and initiatives.
· Provides education and support to key stakeholders for the purpose of enhancing crisis services within Pikwakanagan and Renfrew County
· Liaises and networks with community and other child and youth services for the integration of new and existing services.
· Participates on relevant committees and meetings.
· Promotes community awareness of prevention services.
Administrative:
· Assists in the development and implementation of tools to ensure evidence-based reporting.
· Completes all administrative reporting requirements according to department/Nigig policy and best practices.
· Maintains client files and data files, including updating client information.
· Participates in on-going training and education, and in the application of new skills into practice.
· Participates in administrative and office functions within the department
· Demonstrates computer literacy and good note taking skills.
Quality Management
· Utilizes evidence-based reporting to create and evaluate work plans.
· Participates in cultural awareness and cultural sensitivity training.
· Participates in staff development initiatives and training relevant to their role or as mandated by the organization.
· Ensures all certifications are current.
· Ensures they are compliant with policies and procedures developed and implemented by Nigig Gamik and in adherence to all relevant legislation and regulatory bodies.
· Provides a safe workplace environment by ensuring adherences to Workplace Health and Safety Regulations and Policies, Infection Control Guidelines, WHIMIS and Safe Work Procedures; including but not limited to Fire, Disaster and Evacuation Plans.
· Supports an environment which avoids, prevents and corrects all activities or actions which may result in an adverse outcome in the delivery of preventative services to clients.
Risk Management:
· Participates in a comprehensive risk management planning with the department.
· Ensures the protection and privacy of all client and department/Nigig information and records in strict confidentiality.
Other:
· Performs other related duties as may be required by the Client Care Coordinator/Manager.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Work involves extensive public contact with clients, emergency services workers, child welfare agencies and other Nigig departments; work is subject to deadlines and interruptions. Work involves handling and dealing with issues of a very sensitive and confidential nature. Work involves a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends, travel and transporting clients.
EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS
1. Basic Requirements:
· Some post secondary education in Mental Health or Social Work with a minimum of one year of successful experience working with children, youth and families, preferably in a First Nation setting.
· Expertise in mental health/illness and mental health difficulties and treatment modalities, with a willingness to participate in additional training provided
· Willing to be coached
· Able to work a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends.
· A minimum of a valid class “G” driver’s license and access to a dependable vehicle.
· Provide a clear Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening
· Certification in CPR and First Aid or willingness to obtain
· Experience with computer operations and software programs, preferably Microsoft 365 Suite.
2. Rated Requirements
Knowledge:
· Has an understanding of intergenerational violence and trauma in Indigenous communities.
· Has a firm grasp on Algonquin Anishinàbeg culture, social structure and traditional approaches to helping and healing.
· Is aware of Pikwakanagan’s community-based services and external resources.
· Has a comprehensive knowledge of social service resources within the Renfrew County Region and the ability to make referrals, guide and advocate on behalf of clients.
Abilities:
· Can coordinate, plan and facilitate sessions, clinics, presentations, workshops and activities.
· Is able to respond to brief crisis intervention.
· Can complete narrative and statistical reports.
· Is able to research, analyze, conceptualize, organize and effectively communicate verbally and in writing.
· Is proficient in the use of computers and software.
· Is able to work flexible hours, sometimes on short notice.
· Is able to manage conflict and crisis situations.
Personal Suitability:
· Has excellent interpersonal skills.
· Can work effectively in an inter-disciplinary team environment.
· Possesses tact, discretion and a professional level of confidentiality.
· Possesses a high degree of initiative, self-motivation, and is reliable and thorough.
· Is conscious of and sensitive to Indigenous culture and values.
· Possesses excellent assessment and evaluation skills
· Possesses excellent organizational & critical thinking skills
3. Conditions of Employment
· Experience working with children, youth and families, preferably within First Nations communities
· A clear Criminal Records Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening
· Proof of a minimum of a class “G” driver’s license and a Clear driver’s abstract.
PREFERENCE IN HIRING:
Nigig promotes equal employment opportunities for all applicants. Persons who identify as Indigenous will be given preference as this role serves the needs of members of Algonquins of Pikwakanagan First Nation. Provided the candidate meets the basic requirements of the position and is deemed qualified following the interview process, preference will be given to a) the qualified Indigenous person who is a member of Algonquins of Pikwakanagan First Nation; then to, b) the qualified Indigenous person; then to, c) the qualified non-Indigenous candidate.
WE OFFER:
• Competitive Salary
• Employment benefits & pension plan
• Paid sick, vacation and special day leave
• 14 Provincial and Federal Statutory Holidays
Please submit your cover letter and resume to: employment@nigignibi.com.
Contact Information
Nigig Nibi Ki-win Gamik Society
1467 Mishomis Inamo,
Pikwakanagan, Ontario
Email: employment@nigignibi.com