Quu'asa Youth Worker

Quu'asa Youth Worker
Job Number # 
16733
Employer 
Nuu-chah-nulth Tribal Council
Job Location(s) 
Port Alberni
Number of Positions 
1
Date Posted 
Apr 27, 2018
Apply By 
May 09, 2018
Schedule 
Full Time
NOC Code 
4153
Source 
Website
For more information, please visit 
http://www.nuuchahnulth.org/sites/default/files/job-postings/Quu%27asa%20Youth%20worker.pdf
Details 

The Nuu-chah-nulth Tribal Council/Teechuklth (Mental Health Program) is seeking a Term ( till March 31, 2018, renewal anticipated) Quu'asa Wellness Worker to provide culturally based support to Northern Region individual, families, and communities.  this unique position would be an best suited for someone who has a desire to bring cultural practices into healing with an emphasis of providing support to First Nations people who are at risk or have been involved in high risk life-styles.

Positions Responsibilities include;

  • To provide direct support to individuals, families and communities
  • To facilitate cultural learning, activities, and ceremonies that provides cultural healing and mental wellness
  • To facilitate family support networks and facilitate family connections
  • To be familiar with other healing resources and introducing (referring) clients to these resources
  • To work with other staff to respond to crisis and mobilize community strength in response
  • To maintain reports, forms and all required documents on a timely bases
Qualifications 
  • Knowledge of Nuu-chah-nulth cultural healing practices
  • Front line experience working with aboriginal people
  • Degree or other training in a field related to counselling and recovery 
  • Experience in programs to facilitate transformation from addiction
  • Knowledge of western mental health approches
  • Experience working in a First nation environment or ebing a First Nation perosn will be considered an asset
  • Must have a car and valid driver's license
  • Provide acceptable references and criminal reference check
How to Apply 

Apply by sending your cover letter and resume with three references (available to contact) Attn: Human Resource Manager to:

Mail: Nuu-chah-nulth Tribal Council
         PO Box 1383
         Port Alberni, BC V9Y 7M2

Fax: 250 723 0463

Email: apply@nuuchahnulth.org