SUMMARY OF THE POSITION

Person 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 resource person for the groups.

SPECIFIC FUNCTIONS The incumbent participates in identifying the needs of the population served by the Kapataakan Waswanipi Pilot Project for the Community-Based Addiction/Wellness Recovery Program. He/she contributes to service delivery and project development, executes various tasks using appropriate techniques, and may act as a resource person for community partners.

The mandate is to provide continuous first-line services to individuals, youth ages 12 to 17, and adults 18 and older experiencing problematic substance misuse, as well as to their significant relationships. Specifically, the incumbent will:

- Meet and intervene with individuals, families, and the community in accordance with the pilot project framework, while respecting CBHSSJB policies and procedures.
- Assess the needs of those served, provide assistance, and refer them to appropriate programs within CMC resources or community partners when necessary.
- Collaborate with therapeutic colleagues and clients to define, review, and update personalized care plans, ensuring aftercare plans are co-developed in line with client goals.
- Ensure proper use of intervention and data collection tools.
- Carry out prevention activities, such as presentations, in collaboration with community resources when requested.
- Organize and facilitate information sessions and community activities.
- Uphold professional practices,



conduct, and confidentiality toward users, visitors, and colleagues.
- Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings.
- Contribute to pilot project evaluation activities.
- Perform any other duties related to the Community-Based Addiction/Wellness Recovery Program as requested by the supervisor.

REQUIREMENTS

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 competent ministry;
- This job title also includes those who have a certificate of college studies in social work techniques or social service techniques.

Experience:
- Work experiences in helping relationships and/or counselling will be an asset.

Knowledge and Abilities

- Solid knowledge of the Waswanipi social workplace and community resources.
- Understanding of addiction and substance misuse, including its effects and recovery processes.
- Familiarity with Cree culture and social/health issues in Eeyou Istchee.
- Knowledge of Eenou/Eeyou Pimaatsiiun healing practices.
- Strong communication skills, ability to conduct interviews, and establish and maintain supportive relationships with program participants.
- Ability to write reports in English.
- Capacity to collaborate with CMC community workers, NNADAP workers, medical, psychosocial, and mental health staff, as well as other resources within Waswanipi's community network.
- Demonstrates initiative, dynamism, responsibility, and professionalism.

Other:
- Willing to participate in training related to the project.
- Psychosocial on call

📌 COMMUNITY WORKER (2375) at CBHSSJB (Abitibi-Témiscamingue)
🏢 Cree Board of Health and Social Services of James Bay (CBHSSJB)
📍 Abitibi-Témiscamingue