Cree Health Advocate

1 week ago


Montreal, Quebec, Canada Cree Board of Health and Social Services of James Bay (CBHSSJB) Full time

About the Position

We are seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Community Worker to join our team at the Cree Board of Health and Social Services of James Bay (CBHSSJB). This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual to make a positive impact in the lives of our clients and families.

Job Description:

The selected candidate will provide primary care services to a panel of clients and families, transitioning them to our new care model. As a key member of our multidisciplinary team, you will participate in identifying client needs, community organization and development, and implementing various programs using appropriate techniques.

Main Responsibilities:

  • Provide emotional support to clients and offer guidance through various services as required.
  • Work closely with social workers and the interdisciplinary primary care teams to provide short-term and solution-focused interventions, such as crisis management and assistance with situations that can be resolved in a few sessions.
  • Participate in evaluating population needs and developing, designing, and evaluating community action activities.
  • Raise community awareness on important social-health problems and use different methods to intervene effectively with clients and their families.
  • Attend or contribute towards court cases and write reports.

Requirements:

  • Candidate must have a CEGEP diploma with a core concentration in social worker techniques or a CEGEP certificate in social techniques or social counseling techniques.
  • Past experience and general profile may be considered if no diploma in the social field is available.
  • Candidate may be willing to receive trainings required for the position offered by the Cree Board of Health.
  • Knowledge of Cree culture and social/health issues in Eeyou Istchee is essential.
  • Ability to communicate with people, run interviews, and establish and maintain a helping relationship with beneficiaries is crucial.
  • Initiative, dynamism, and sense of responsibility are essential qualities for this role.

Language Requirements:

  • Candidate must be fluent in Cree and English.
  • Fluency in French is an asset.

Compensation Package:

Estimated salary: $60,000 - $80,000 per annum, depending on experience and qualifications.



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