COMMUNITY WORKER - Federal Homecare (S-2425-0833)

SUMMARY OF THE POSITIONPerson who participate in the identification of the needs of the population participate in the community organization & development and execute different action programs by using appropriate techniques, may act as a resources person for the groups.Education:Must have a diploma of college studies in social work techniques or social service techniques or another appropriate specialization from a school recognized by the Ministère de l'Éducation, du Loisir et du Sport;This job title also includes those who have a certificate of college studies in social work techniques or social service techniques;Applicants with an attestation of college studies in Educators in Native Childcare Services or Special Needs Education aboriginal and Inuit children may be considered.Knowledge and Abilities:Knowledge of Cree culture and social/health issues in Eeyou Istchee;Knowledge of Eenou/Eeyou Pimaatsiiun healing practices and paradigms is an asset;Ability to communicate with people, to run interviews and to establish and maintain a "helping relationship with beneficiaries";Ready to learn about 2nd line services ("Youth Protection" and "Young Offender Procedures");Skills in counseling and Knowledge of the laws: Y.O.A, Y.P.A, L.H.S.S.SAbility to work in collaboration with CLSC Community worker, NNADAP worker and other medical social services staff and other organisms within and outside the community;Initiative, dynamism and sense of responsibility;Must show initiative, be dynamic, exhibit responsibility and professionalism;Must be sensitive to issues within the family unit.Language:Fluent in Cree and English; Fluency in French is an asset. Other:Valid driver's licence Class 5