Hostel Worker

Kenora
- Posted 8 mins ago

1-Part Time/multiple casual positions

We provide primary health care through a range of options including prevention, assessment,
diagnosis and treatment. Our team includes health professionals, educators and support workers
representing both traditional Indigenous and contemporary models of care, and uses wholistic
health and community development concepts.
This is a part time position involving shift work, including weekends. The hostel operates 24/7 and
provides a supportive environment for clients and family members requiring overnight
accommodations; while accessing health care services in Kenora. Maintaining cleanliness of the
facility is a requirement of the position. The position may also involve client and family crisis, and
facilitating access to other WNHAC or community resources.
NOTE: Indigenous traditional practices involving burning sacred medicines including
tobacco, sweetgrass, sage and cedar and other cultural protocols occur regularly within our
work setting.

**QUALIFICATIONS: **
minimum OSSD or equivalent; some experience working in the health care field an asset
sound understanding of Indigenous culture, values, and perspectives;
experience working in an Indigenous organization; ability to understand and speak
Anishinaabemowin is a definite asset
good oral and written communication skills (including computer skills)
good interpersonal skills to deal effectively with a wide variety of people
ability and willingness to work shift hours and weekends
current criminal/vulnerable person’s records check
commitment to ongoing training and professional development relevant to job
requirements
positive attitude and capacity to act as a healthy lifestyle role model

**APPLICATION DEADLINE: Thursday, October 17, 2024**

Please send resume with covering letter and three references, to:
Hostel Worker Position
Website: WNHAC.org
Fax: (807) 467-8341
Phone: (888) MYWNHAC
- We thank all applicants for their interest in this position; however, please note only those selected for an _
- interview will be contacted. As an Indigenous employer we encourage First Nations, Inuit, and Metis _
- applicants to apply._