Community Wellness Navigator

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Community Wellness Navigator (Mental Wellness and Addictions Services)

Full-time, Permanent
Context

Connection is key to wellness.

Are you someone who believes in the importance of equitable access to care? We are looking for two Community Wellness Navigators who will support Indigenous community members in connecting to the services they need for good, kind and competent care.

We are looking for someone who is knowledgeable of community resources within the Indigenous and mainstream sectors and can help reduce barriers to accessing services. Wabano supports Indigenous community members in connecting to resources that assist them in their health and wellbeing.

Wabano is looking for two Community Wellness Navigators whose roles will have a focus on the following areas of service delivery.

Supporting community members in accessing the services they need for their wellness journey;
Quality case management and follow up with client and resources ;
Case conferencing to ensure community members with multiple support services are moving towards the goals set by the community member.

If you are the right person for this role, you understand how to communicate with clients and service providers to develop plan of care and connect people to the resources to optimize their wellness. You are able to incorporate culture into the work you are doing and able to advocate for your clients in a respectful and professional manner. You have a strong understanding of Indigenous community experiences with accessing services such as health care, mental wellness or legal supports.
The Role

Reporting to the Team Lead, the Community Wellness Navigator will focus on these main areas:
CLIENT SERVICE & SUPPORT

The Community Wellness Navigator supports Wabano and the community by

Establishing relationships with staff in the various departments and external organizations including CAS, Hospitals and other service providers

Provide kind, competent and safe care for community members

Liaise with service providers to ensure a smooth referral process for the client

Advocate for client needs when there are barriers to their care

Maintain the confidentiality and privacy of all community members accessing services

Network with Indigenous and Non-Indigenous agencies

RECORD KEEPING

Document the story of the way you support the client’s wellness journey in the internal database using service and cultural codes.

Enter all encounters in the database in a timely fashion

Succinct case noting entered within 24-48 hours of service delivery

Document any internal or external referrals to support the clients healing journey

Complete monthly reports using the template provided

AGENCY SUPPORT

We recognize that there is an interdependence within Wabano and we all need to support with some key programming

Assist with functions such as Gala, Symposium and AGA

Participant in professional development to continue in improvement of skills and knowledge

Be a team player and support when necessary with some of the community programming such as Pow Wow, Community Events, etc.

**Required Skills**:
We are looking for an individual who will bring Case Management and Navigation skills to the community.

Social Services Diploma or Bachelor of Social Work, Health Care Administration or related field with a minimum of 2 years of experience in a similar position;
Good interpersonal and case management skills; able to work flexibly with a variety of population groups and treatment settings;
Kind, competent care and understanding of systemic racism experiences and the impacts;
Client service oriented;
In-depth knowledge of local, regional and provincial Indigenous and non-Indigenous services as well as strong knowledge of local partner sector services and access procedures, including mental health, housing, and primary care;
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with Indigenous people, including a sound knowledge and understanding of the issues that impact on mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual health in contemporary society;
Demonstrated cultural competency in working with First Nations, Inuit and Métis communities;
A nonjudgmental, inclusive, and positive attitude towards people who are potentially in high risk situations;
Ability and skills to recognize and manage the signs of a client in crisis;
A demonstrated ability to exercise strong decision-making skills and deal with unpredictable situations;
Experience/knowledge of hospital settings and their policies, procedures and processes.

Salary

Range $50,000 - $55,000 per year + Benefits

Why work for us

Collaborative and Supportive Work Environment

Group Health and Dental Insurance

Employee Pension Plan (defined benefits) with matching contribution from Wabano

Employee Assistance Program

Four (4) weeks paid vacation time

Flexibility of work hours

Support from a dynamic team of mental health professionals

Access to cultural teachings and knowledge