Indigenous peer support program worker

Now hiring: Indigenous peer support program worker at Bissell Centre in Edmonton, AB. Ideally suited for a motivated individual ready to join the team immediately. We are offering a Permanent employment or Full time opportunity. Flexible availability required for: Day.

Job Description

• The candidate must prepare reports or case histories.
• The candidate must perform administrative and office activities.
• The candidate must appraise clients' needs or eligibility for specific services.
• The candidate must perform administrative tasks.
• The candidate must conduct follow-up assessments.
• The candidate must resolve conflict situations.
• The candidate must implement behaviour management programs.
• The candidate must assist in evaluating the effectiveness of treatment programs.
• The candidate must assist clients/guests with special needs.
• The candidate must accompany clients to appointments and social outings.

Job Requirements

• The candidate must be fluent in English.
• The candidate must have a College, CEGEP, or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 to 2 years.
• The candidate must be accurate.
• The candidate should have efficient interpersonal skills.
• The candidate must have excellent oral communication skills.
• The candidate must be interpersonally aware.
• The candidate must have good judgement skills.
• The candidate must uphold values and ethics.
• The candidate should be client-focused.
• The candidate must have excellent written communication skills.
• The candidate must be flexible.
• The candidate must show initiative.
• The candidate must be a good team player.
• The candidate must be well-organized.
• The candidate must have the ability to work independently.
• The candidate should be able to work effectively in a fast-paced and busy environment.
• The candidate should be willing to work under pressure.
• The candidate should have an eye for detail.
• The candidate must be able to handle a large workload.

Work Setting

• The candidate must work in a community agency to deliver programs, coordinate services, and support individuals and families.

Additional Information

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

• The candidate must have the ability to work independently.
• The candidate should be able to work effectively in a fast-paced and busy environment.
• The candidate should be willing to work under pressure.
• The candidate should have an eye for detail.
• The candidate must be able to handle a large workload.

Security and Safety

• The candidate must undergo a criminal record check.
• The candidate must be able to pass a child welfare check.
• The candidate must have a valid driver’s licence.
• The candidate must be able to pass a driving record check (abstract).

Transportation/travel information

• The candidate must have their own vehicle.

Benefits

• The candidate will receive a dental plan covering expenses for dental treatments and procedures.
• The candidate will receive a health care plan, providing coverage for medical and surgical expenses.
• The candidate will receive vision care benefits, covering or reducing the cost of eye exams and medical eye care.
• The candidate will receive group insurance benefits from the employer, extending coverage to their dependents, including spouses, children, and parents.
• The selected candidate will receive life insurance to provide financial support to their loved ones in the event of their passing.
• The candidate will receive mileage reimbursement.
• The candidate will receive a registered retirement savings plan (RRSP) that enables them to save for retirement.
• The selected candidate will receive Maternity and parental benefits, allowing parents in Canada to receive up to 50 weeks of paid pregnancy or parental leave.
• The candidate will have access to on-site recreation and activities.
• The candidate should receive other benefits, such as any accrued compensation or advantage of the executive other than accrued compensation payable on or after termination of employment under a plan, policy, or company program.
• The candidate will receive paid time off for volunteering or personal days.
• The candidate will have access to team-building opportunities.

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