Primary Care Worker

Job summary

The primary responsibilities include monitoring security functions to ensure the safety and well-being of residents and supporting individuals in their self-growth. Additionally, the role involves assisting individuals with their case plans and advocating for them when necessary.

Job details

PRIMARY WORKERS Casual/ Part Time/Full Time Position – Edmonton, Alberta Closing date: June 11, 2026 Native Counselling Services of Alberta’s mission is to promote the resilience of the lndigenous individual and family, through programs and services that are grounded in reclaiming our interconnectedness, reconciliation of relationships and self-determination. Native Counselling Services of Alberta (NCSA) is a long-standing Indigenous organization, committed to providing culturally relevant and holistic support services for individuals requiring assistance and direction to address personal issues. We are requiring individuals to work in our housing and correctional facilities as security ensuring the safety of individuals and communities. Specific responsibilities of the position include: To monitor and observe the static and dynamic security functions to ensure the care and well being of residents, also the safety of the staff and community. Responsible for supporting individuals in their self growth in a safe, healthy environment. To assist individuals who are working on their realistic case plans to address barriers, advocate for residents when necessary. Our ideal candidate would have the following qualifications: [ In-depth experience and working knowledge of Indigenous communities, cultures, healing and language. Understanding of Indigenous culture, traditions and values as it may relate to justice and healing is an asset. Demonstrated understanding of historic trauma and the impact of colonization on Indigenous people. Good working knowledge of computers and information technology. Should have a basic understanding of the operations of the courts, justice, corrections, income supports. Ability to work as a team with excellent written and verbal communication skills. Must maintain confidentiality, maintain professional boundaries. Maintain confidentiality and open to learning. Strong interspinal relations, conflict manage and the ability to represent NCSA in a professional manner. Must be prepared to learn NCSA Resiliency Model and agree to be fully immersed in the model with all interactions with staff, clients, community and government agencies. Must have a reliable vehicle, valid Alberta driver’s license and liability insurance to use your vehicle as part of your employment. Up to date criminal record check, child intervention check upon hire. Starting salary range: $22.60 to $25.00 hour based on location Please forward your resume and cover letter to: Marg Milicevic, Manager, Human Resources Email: careers@ncsa.ca Thank you for your interest in joining the NCSA team. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. We are committed to providing a workplace that is inclusive and accessible to all. Should you require accommodation during the hiring process, please contact our Human Resource team.

What you’ll do

The primary responsibilities include monitoring security functions to ensure the safety and well-being of residents and supporting individuals in their self-growth. Additionally, the role involves assisting individuals with their case plans and advocating for them when necessary.

Requirements

Candidates should have in-depth experience with Indigenous communities and a good understanding of their cultures and values. A reliable vehicle, valid driver's license, and up-to-date criminal record checks are also required.

Listed skills

• reliable vehicle · Preferred
• Organization · Preferred
• Verbal · Preferred
• Attention to detail · Preferred
• staff · Preferred
• safety · Preferred
• Process · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Time · Preferred
• Reliable · Preferred
• email · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Indigenous Communities
• Cultural Understanding
• Historic Trauma
• Conflict Management
• Communication Skills
• Teamwork
• Confidentiality
• Advocacy
• Self-Growth Support
• Case Planning
• Computer Skills
• Professional Boundaries
• Resiliency Model
• Safety Monitoring
• Dynamic Security Functions
• Interpersonal Relations

Job areas

• Social Services
• Security & Safety
• Healthcare