Prevention Coordinator

Position Summary

The Prevention Coordinator will be responsible for the development, implementation, and oversight of a prevention program in M’Chigeeng First Nation. The position will include the supervision of a team of prevention workers as well as program development for preventative services in the areas of substance use and addictions and violence prevention.

Reporting Relationship

The Prevention Coordinator will report to and be supervised by the Health Services Department Manager.

Essential Functions

• Plans and Coordinates program activities including trainings and workshops for youth at both Lakeview School and Manitoulin Secondary School.
• Lead the High-Risk Table through case management and ensure all cases are being followed up on within each Department.
• Provide supervision and guidance to prevention workers including training opportunities and support.
• Prepares necessary meeting and training materials, and documents important actions and decisions from meetings.
• Ensures project deadlines are met.
• Contributes to a collaborative, positive organizational culture. Embodies the values and qualities of M’Chigeeng First Nation in internal and external relationships.
• Maintain a wholistic approach to prevention services.
• Work alongside other Department Programs geared toward youth to ensure prevention workshops, and services are included in school and/or after-school activities for youth.
• Meet regularly with Elders and Traditional Knowledge Keepers to ensure culture and language efforts are at the forefront of prevention programming.
• Demonstrate a positive relationship with other services.
• Ensure Department vision, integrity and credibility is maintained.
• Maintain and organize relevant program statistics.
• Participate in community events and demonstrate involvement in other community led initiatives.
• Demonstrate a dedication and commitment to the First Nation.
• Attend additional training beneficial to the role.
• Performs other related tasks as necessary.

Qualifications

• College Diploma in a Human Services Related Field (Minimum 2-year program) (i.e., Health, Public Health Management, Social Work)
• At least two years of experience in coordinating and/or programming
• Knowledge and experience of Workplace Health and Safety procedures
• Strong Understanding of Decolonizing Approaches and Indigenous Ways of Knowing
• Knowledge of current issues in First Nations mental health and addictions services

Skills & Requirements

• Demonstrated skills in communicating prevention and information and motivating people to change their attitudes and behaviors
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of the principles of research-based prevention
• Excellent oral and communications skills and ability to facilitate speaking engagement and other community forums
• Community organization skills and the ability to reach out to community and strategic partners and form coalitions as necessary
• Effective problem solving, negotiating and collaboration building skills
• Have contemporary knowledge of current key issues in First Nations Mental Health and Addictions Services
• Have a strong understanding of ongoing colonialism and its continued impacts on Anishinabek People
• Ability to manage independently
• Maintain professional attitude when interacting with stakeholders
• Have a sound and thorough understanding of Addictions and Mental Health Challenges as they relate to First Nations Communities
• Effective problem-solving skills
• Knowledge of Anishinabek culture, traditions, and practices
• Understanding and fluency in Anishinabemowin or willingness to learn
• Valid Driver’s License and access to a reliable vehicle

Conditions of Employment:

Vulnerable Sector Screening (VSS) requirement must be 30-days current and must be an original

Vulnerable Sector Screening (VSS) Rationale:  M’Chigeeng First Nation and its agents are in a position of trust in services to band member children and/or vulnerable adults, so a safe and secure working environment is mandatory.  Applicants must provide a VSS clear and/or dated of any convictions relating to sexual interference, sexual assault, or related charges.  The VSS must be current 30-days and must be an original.

If you are interested in this opportunity, applicants must submit cover letter, resume, with three current references with contact information (two work-related and one character reference) and copies of education certifications by August 30th, 2024 to:

Application deadline: August 30th, 2024