Join the Northwest Territories Health and Social Services Authority as an Indigenous Community Wellness Worker in Colville Lake, NT. This position champions mental health and addiction services within Northern Indigenous communities.

As part of the Primary Community Care Team, your role is crucial in providing education, assessments, and support tailored to Indigenous clients. You will collaborate with various community groups and organizations to ensure comprehensive wellness interventions that respect cultural practices and values. Home visits and presentations will be part of your daily engagement to make a meaningful impact on client lives.

Key Responsibilities:
• Provide culturally relevant mental health education
• Assess and screen clients for wellness needs




• Collaborate with healthcare and community professionals
• Conduct home visits and presentations throughout the community
• Connect clients to available cultural and community resources

Requirements:
• Diploma in Social Sciences with one year of experience
• Relevant lived experience of at least three years
• In-depth knowledge of Indigenous cultural practices
• Support community health initiatives and programs
• Ethical adherence to qualified standards in wellness

Bring your cultural insights and dedication to community wellness to support meaningful health initiatives in Colville Lake.
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📌 Indigenous Community Wellness Worker (Northwest Territories)
🏢 Government of Northwest Territories
📍 Northwest Territories