The Life Long Care Support Worker’s primary responsibility is to develop and provide culturally appropriate community support services to urban Indigenous individuals that are elderly, frail, physically disabled, and chronically ill, which promote an integrated response, community participation, independent living and an improved quality of life. The program provides security checks, transportation, adult day programming and congregate dining, and Indigenous support services. Preferred degree in Social Work or in a related human services field, with specialized training or experience working with Indigenous seniors and vulnerable populations in a community setting – long term care.

Knowledge of chronic health conditions and gerontology-related issues is an asset. Knowledge of health-related legislation and/or any other policies relevant to program delivery. Solid knowledge and awareness of Indigenous culture and history, with particular emphasis on residential schooling, the impacts of trauma,



Indigenous engagement and community outreach; knowledge of an Indigenous language(s) is considered an asset.

Knowledge and experience working with urban Indigenous seniors and families in a healing and reconciliation capacity. Ability to deliver programming to improve health conditions, i.e. elder abuse prevention, Diabetes prevention and/or management, chronic health conditions management, etc. Self-motivated individual with the ability to work with minimal supervision in a team-oriented setting.

Excellent case / file management skills, stress and time management skills; Group facilitation, team building and decision-making skills;

Certification in Standard First Aid, CPR, AED, and Safe Food Handling. Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and/or weekends.

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📌 Care Worker/Community Support Aide Needed (Thunder Bay)
🏢 Thunder Bay Indigenous Friendship Centre
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