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Mino I Yah Daa Wellness Worker

Overview

Reporting to the Mino I Yah Daa Wellness Program Coordinator, the Mino I Yah Daa Wellness Worker will be responsible to provide wellness support services to the following target groups: children at risk of coming into the agency’s care primarily due to parental behavior, children at risk due to their own behavior, the parents/caregivers work as part of a multi-disciplinary team in delivering services and will establish good working relationships with various community programs and services.

Qualifications

• BSW or degree in related field with 2 years of direct experience or equivalent combination of training and work experience
• A minimum of one year demonstrated counseling experience working with children and families
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding working with Children with special needs
• Knowledge of the needs of Aboriginal children and their families.
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to speak Ojibway will be considered an asset
• Must have demonstrated knowledge and appreciation of the Ojibway culture and the aspirations of First Nations
• Must have computer training and/or knowledge of Microsoft Office

Contact

Annette McKay, B.Ed., BSW, RSW
Mino I Yah Daa Wellness Program Coordinator
West Region Child & Family Services Inc.
Box 280
Erickson, MB R0J 0PO
Fax: (204) 524-3029

Job Details

Application End Date
Job Category
Human Services
Area of Interest
Human Services
Employment Type
Full-time, Regular
Job Location
Multiple First Nation Communities
Salary
Commensurate with experience and training and according to Provincial pay scale.