Indigenous Engagement and Caseload Support Worker
2 months ago
**George Spady Society**
The George Spady Society is recognized as a leader in the development and delivery of effective services for the care, treatment, and support of individuals with substance-related disorders and dual diagnoses. People who come to us find dignity, hope and healing as they set a new path towards health and well-being. George Spady Society provides a continuum of support services supporting people with complex life circumstances associated with substance-related and concurrent disorders and homelessness, empowering them to improve their lives through client-centered, evidence-based best practices.
The Indigenous Engagement and Caseload Support Worker reports to the Housing First Manager. This position provides a flexible service that helps to engage potential Indigenous referrals and assists with maintaining engagement throughout programming. The Indigenous Engagement and Caseload Support Worker plays an integral role in providing culturally appropriate and trauma-informed programming.
**Description of Duties and Responsibilities**
- Providing outreach services for potential Indigenous referrals.
- Attending intakes with the Housing Outreach Workers.
- Building rapport with Indigenous participants and engaging throughout programming.
- Providing Indigenous engagement based on the Medicine Wheel's four major health and wellness components (spiritual, physical, emotional, mental).
- Working and incorporating with the full understanding of the 94 calls to action (TRC).
- Assisting the Follow Up Support Workers with their Indigenous caseloads.
- Being a liaison for cultural support for participants.
- Assisting the Housing First Manager with innovative ideas for Indigenous engagement and case management.
- Completing data entry in ETO.
- Attending general staff meetings.
- Attending training as required.
- Any other related tasks or responsibilities assigned by the Housing First Manager.
**Position Requirements**
- Experience working with Indigenous individuals.
- A strong understanding of the TRC and its 94 calls to action.
- A strong understanding of Indigenous traditions and protocol.
- A strong understanding of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women (MMIW).
- Has established Indigenous networks and connections within the community.
- An understanding that this position is not caseload carrying, but rather supporting all Indigenous participants who consent to it.
- Demonstrated level of literacy and communication skills sufficient for job responsibilities.
- Adhering to contractual obligations.
- An open, accepting attitude.
- Experience in working in the addictions field.
- Diploma or degree in human services field and 1 to 2 years’ experience working with a marginalized population.
- Current Vulnerable Sector Police Information Check.
- Valid Driver’s license.
- Own vehicle with $2 million liability insurance and may transport clients as needed.
**Hours of work**: Monday to Friday, 8 hour shifts.
**W*_**e would like to thank all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.*_
**Job Types**: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 6 months
Pay: From $49,500.00 per year
**Benefits**:
- Casual dress
- Employee assistance program
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
Flexible language requirement:
- French not required
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- No weekends
Application question(s):
- Current Vulnerable Sector Police Information Check
- Own vehicle with $2 million liability insurance and may transport clients as needed.
- Do you have a strong understanding of Indigenous traditions and protocols?
**Education**:
- Secondary School (preferred)
**Experience**:
- working with a marginalized population: 1 year (required)
- Mental Health and Addictions: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Drivers License (required)
- First Aid/CPR/AED Certification (required)
Willingness to travel:
- 75% (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 2024-10-29
Expected start date: 2024-12-02
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