Family Healing & Aftercare Facilitator

Job summary

The facilitator will ensure the developmental, treatment, and psycho-social needs of youth and families are met throughout the program and aftercare. They will maintain consistent communication and support systems between the youth and their caregivers.

Job details

Why should you choose Dilico? * Optional Flexible schedule to support work-life balance * OMERS Pension plan available to all employees * Competitive salaries * Generous paid vacation time for Permanent employees * Paid time off at Christmas above paid vacation time * EFAP available to all employees and their families * Benefit plan that includes dental, healthcare, and vision services for Permanent employees * A chance to make a difference in the community Number of Positions: 1 - 12 Month Contract Position Location: Thunder Bay, ON (this is not a remote position) Closing Date: Until Filled Competition #: 1710 Position Overview Oshkiniig Mashkaziiwin is a voluntary, intensive live-in treatment program for youth aged 5-17 who have been assessed as high-risk with longstanding mental health and behavioural problems. Parent or caregiver participation is required for successful completion of the up-to 12-week program grounded in the 7 sacred teachings (wisdom, love, respect, bravery, honesty, humility and truth), The program provides: * An individualized strengths-based and goal orientated approach * Land-based treatment activities that promote and benefit the physical, social, emotional, and cultural aspects of life * School based education assistance * Three months of aftercare assistance to reinforce and support a successful transition home Under the direction of the program manager, the Family Healing & Aftercare Facilitator will ensure that developmental, treatment, and psycho-social needs of the children, youth, and families involved with Oshkiniig Mashkaziiwin are met. The facilitator will do deliver service based on assessment recommendations from program entry through aftercare and shall maintain a strong and consistent communication support system between the child or youth and their caregiver. Qualifications and Requirements 1. A minimum of two-year Human Services, Social Services, Social Worker, or equivalent diploma, or a diploma in a similar field with relevant work experience is required 2. Two or more years' experience working with Anishinabek children, youth and their families in the mental health field is preferred 3. Satisfactory Vulnerable Sectors Check 4. Have a valid Standard First Aid/CPR Certificate or be willing to obtain one 5. Ability to work flexible hours as determined by the program manager or designate 6. Have a Class "G" License and have the ability to get to and from work during scheduled working hours, and to conduct client transportation or home visits, among others, in a timely manner 7. Complete the required medical assessment(s) and have the required vaccinations for the role Hours of Work: 32.5 hours per week Please apply directly at https://www.dilico.com/careers/ [https://www.dilico.com/careers/] As an Indigenous Agency Dilico gives preference to Indigenous people. Dilico is committed to diversity in the workplace and encourages applications from all qualified candidates. Only those considered for an interview will be contacted. Dilico Anishinabek Family Care 200 Anemki Place | Fort William First Nation | ON | P7J1L6 TF +1 855 623 8511 | T +1 807 623 8511

What you’ll do

The facilitator will ensure the developmental, treatment, and psycho-social needs of youth and families are met throughout the program and aftercare. They will maintain consistent communication and support systems between the youth and their caregivers.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a minimum of a two-year diploma in Human Services, Social Services, or a related field. At least two years of experience working with Anishinabek children and families in the mental health field is preferred.

Benefits

• OMERS Pension plan • Competitive salaries • Generous paid vacation time • Paid time off at Christmas • EFAP • Dental services • Healthcare services • Vision services

Listed skills

• First Aid · Preferred
• crisis intervention · Preferred
• assessment · Preferred
• CPR · Preferred
• Mental Health Support · Preferred
• case management · Preferred
• Documentation · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• social services · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Mental health support
• Case management
• Crisis intervention
• Youth counseling
• Family support
• Aftercare planning
• Communication
• Assessment
• First Aid
• CPR
• Client transportation
• Cultural competency
• Social services
• Documentation
• Courage
• Time Off Management
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification
• First Aid Certification
• Mental Health
• Social Work
• Healing
• Human Services
• Caregiving
• Program Management
• Behavioural Problems
• Honesty

Job areas

• Social Services
• Healthcare
• Education
• Care Facilitator
• Social / Human Services Specialist
• Social Work Associate Professionals
• Community and Social Service Specialists, All Other