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 work directly under the Mental Health and Addictions 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.
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.
other related duties as assigned.
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 programming
- Knowledge and experience of Workplace Health & Safety procedures
- Strong Understanding of Decolonizing Approaches and Indigenous Ways of Knowing
- Knowledge of current issues in First Nations mental health and addictions services
Other:
Must have a contemporary knowledge of current key issues in First Nations Mental Health and Addictions Services
Must 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
Condition of Employment: Police Vulnerable Sector Check
Closing Date: November 15, 2022, at 12:00 p.m.
Interested applicants can submit a cover letter, resume, three (3) current references (with names and contact information; two recent work-related and one character reference) and applicable education certifications addressed to:
PREVENTION COORDINATOR
c/o Human Resources
M’Chigeeng First Nation, P.O. Box 333
M’CHIGEENG, ON P0P 1G0
Fax 705-377-4980 or employment@mchigeeng.ca
Miigwetch for your interest, however only applicants selected for an interview, will be contacted.
For detailed job description, please email andream@mchigeeng.ca.