Community Worker (S-2425-1448)

Person who participates in the identification of the needs of the population, participates in community organization & development, and executes different action programs by using appropriate techniques. May act as a resource person for the groups.

REQUIREMENTS

Education:

• Must have a diploma of college studies in social work techniques or social service techniques, or another appropriate specialization from a school recognized by the competent ministry;
• This job title also includes those who have a certificate of college studies in social work techniques or social service techniques.

Knowledge and Abilities:

• Knowledge of Cree culture and social/health issues in Eeyou Istchee;
• Knowledge of Eenou/Eeyou Pimaatsiiun healing practices and paradigms is an asset;
• Ability to communicate with people, run interviews, and establish and maintain a helping relationship with beneficiaries;
• Ability to work in collaboration with CLSC Community workers, NNADAP workers, and other medical social services staff and other organisms within and outside the community;
• Initiative, dynamism, and sense of responsibility;
• Must show initiative, be dynamic, exhibit responsibility, and professionalism;
• Must be sensitive to issues within the family unit.

Language:

• Fluent in Cree and English;
• Fluency in French is an asset.

Other:

• Valid driver's licence Class 5;
• This position requires availability for on-call periods.