Mental Health Cultural Liaison

2 weeks ago

Fort Chipewyan, Canada Athabasca Tribal Council Full time

**Location**: Fort Chipewyan, Alberta

**Term**: Permanent, Full-time

**Anticipated Start Date**: June, 2024

**Job Summary**:
Under the supervision of the Mental Health and Wellness Outreach team Supervisor, the Mental Health Cultural Liaison Worker (MHCL) will be responsible in delivering immediate mental health, wellness, and culturally appropriate outreach responses to our nation members in crisis. The worker will conduct risk and safety assessments specific to mental health, conduct mental check-ins, offer support and assist in developing after-care plans for members accessing services. Will support a progressive team in delivering short term culturally appropriate prevention interventions, programs, and resources to our children, youth and families while developing community capacity and community champions to support the work.

**Duties and Responsibilities**:

- Provide short term individualized intervention and support which will include telephone, virtual, and mobile outreach visits to members.
- Maintain client confidentiality in accordance with various legislations.
- Develop connections in community with elders, knowledge keepers, and community helpers to mobilize in times of crisis.
- Co-develop culturally appropriate interventions based on community traditions.
- Guide team members through cultural practices, ceremonies, and traditions during crisis response.
- Provide crisis intervention, support, and resource referrals to members.
- Complete all documentation according to standards established by the organization and applicable legislation.
- Complete Field Level Risk Assessments (FLRA) before deployment.
- Conduct wellness status checks and co-create intervention methods with members based on the medicine wheel teachings within the community.
- Prioritize and delegate when faced with multiple demands.
- Establish positive relationships with other team members, supervisors, and community professionals and agencies in order to develop and implement member treatment plans.
- Other duties as required.

**Qualifications and Skills**:

- Completion of post-secondary education in the Human Services/ Health Sciences/ Psychology or related field is an asset.
- A minimum of 1 year experience in a similar role. An equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered.
- Familiar with land-based teaching and local medicines.
- Lived experience can be considered an asset.
- Facilitation skills will be considered an asset.
- Experience in leading a team or in a coordinator role would be an asset.
- Knowledge of Cree and/or Dene language is considered an asset.
- Psychological/ Mental Health first aid would be considered an asset.

**Requirements**:

- Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Check.
- Child Intervention Record Check.
- Class 5 License with a clear Drivers abstract.
- Knowledge of local Indigenous cultures, ceremonies, and traditions.
- Provide after-hours and/or on call response.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent time management skills and ability to multi-task and prioritize work.
- Problem-solving and conflict resolution, and debriefing abilities.
- Strong organizational and planning skills.
- Active listening and reflection skills are required.
- Demonstrates active self care practices and awareness.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision care
- Wellness program

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday
- On call

Application question(s):
**Education**:

- Secondary School (preferred)

**Experience**:

- Mental Health and/or Crisis Response: 1 year (preferred)

Willingness to travel:

- 50% (preferred)

Work Location: In person

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