The Bigstone Community Wellness department is seeking an experienced Mental Wellness Response Team Support Worker, to join our talented Health Team in Calling Lake, Alberta. This is a rewarding chance if you have an appreciation for Indigenous culture, a desire for continuing professional development and enjoy the support and collaboration from our multidisciplinary team and various other professionals and agencies.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Provide response to crisis situations in communities.
- Act as advocates for individuals, community members requesting mental health support.
- Assess crisis situations, provide follow up post crisis support, and connect to appropriate care.
- Provide program information, resources and assistance to service providers.
- Create and participate in working partnerships with mental health agencies / committees to ensure effective delivery of the crisis team program services in community.
- Willing to travel to provide program services in Wabasca, Calling Lake and Chipewyan Lake.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Strong organizational, communication and decision-making skills
- Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy in completing tasks.
- Demonstrate ability to maintain privacy and confidentiality.
- Must possess excellent communication skills, both written and oral
Education and Experience:
- Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as requested
- Willing to take any necessary training that is required
- Willing to travel within Alberta
- Must be dependable and reliable
- Class 5 Drivers License
- Standard Frist Aid with CPR
- Competitive Salary
- Paid Vacation & Sick Time
- Employer Matching Registered Pension Plan
- Extended Health, Dental & Vision Plan
- Salary is dependent on qualifications
The solid commitment from Band leadership and Health Commission staff has resulted in a first class health organization that makes a difference in these communities. Dedication to program objectives has meant improved health status, reduction in disease rates, and a healthier and happier community.
Bigstone Health Commission Main Office
Health Centre | Community Health | Home Care | Community Wellness
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📌 MENTAL WELLNESS RESPONSE TEAM SUPPORT WORKER (Calling Lake)
🏢 Bigstone Group
📍 Calling Lake
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