Gichi-Aya’aa (Elders) Community Navigator Two Positions Available Department: Health Services – Home & Community Care Program Classification: Community Services Classification Level: CS-3 Employment Status: Regular Full time with benefits Reporting Relationship: The Gichi-Aya’aa (Elders) Community Navigator will report directly to the Home Care Program Manager of M’Chigeeng Health Services; maintain communication within the department and internal working relationships with all Departments within M’Chigeeng First Nation. Essential Functions Plan, organize and implement educational and social activities for the elderly members of our community. Formulate concrete goals and objectives and identify appropriate internal and external resources to meet identified needs in the provision of support services to Elders of the community. Incorporate and promote Anishnabek cultural values, beliefs, practices and Anishinabemowin into program delivery. Ensure community members are informed of upcoming events and activities organized by the Home Care & Community Program. Provide administrative reports in a timely manner, as required for funding and accountability. Provide administrative duties in relation to the medical equipment loan program and ensure all equipment is maintained. Notify Program Manager of any equipment deficiencies. Ensure Home & Community Care Program passenger bus is maintained according to Ministry of Transportation Standards. Provide care and home support services as required for elderly residents and community band members. Practice strict confidentiality, privacy, ethical and non-bias approaches. Engage in regular liaison with the Home & Community Care Team, other related programs and/or departments within the Community and external agencies. Participate in on-going professional development as it relates to the position.



Coordinate and participate in cultural events and ensure cultural components are incorporated and practiced in all areas of the Elders Program where possible. Input support services into the electronic medical record management software system on a regular and consistent basis. Will take an active role and participate in interdepartmental strategic planning activities by assisting in the formulation of annual program goals and objectives for the Home & Community Care Program. Qualifications & Requirements Minimum OSSD with relevant Post Secondary level courses with a minimum of two (2) years’ work related experience Health Care Aide Certificate Personal Support Worker Certificate Work experience with volunteers, developmentally challenged and the elderly. Preferred College Diploma in health care and/or social services related program with three (3) years adequate related work experience Other Knowledge Skills & Abilities Maintains and promotes strict confidentiality Knowledge of community and external resources Proficient computer skills Excellent change management and relationship-building (partnering & networking) skills Well organized with ability to multi-task, work well under pressure, and to prioritize work Valid Class “G” Drivers License Knowledge of First Nation issues, culture, traditions, customs and practices Fluency in Anishinabemowin or a willingness to learn Vulnerable Sector Screening (VSS) required (Current 30 days, original or certified copy) Criminal Reference Check (CRC) Rationale: M’Chigeeng First Nation is in a position of trust to its band members and is committed to providing a safe and secure work environment. Applicants must have record clear and/or dated of convictions relating to fraud, drugs, assault, and theft. The CRC must be current (30 days) and must be an Original. Job Category: Community Services Level 3 Job Location: Wellness Centre Salary: ($ – $ ) #J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Gichi-Aya’aa (Elders) Community Navigator (Markham)
🏢 M'Chigeeng First Nation
📍 Markham