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Community Wellness Worker

Anishinaabe Abinoojii Family Services
Dryden, ON

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Job details

Temporary

Skills

CPR Certification
Experience working with children
Bachelor's
First Aid Certification
Social Work
College diploma
Document management systems
Communication skills
Driving Licence
Time management

Full job description

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Community Wellness Worker

Full-Time contract ending March 31, 2027

Location – Kenora / Dryden

Anishinaabe Abinoojii Family Services (AAFS) is seeking a Community Wellness Worker to promote holistic well-being within

First Nation communities through culturally respectful and community-driven initiatives. The position focuses on fostering

community resilience, supporting mental health, and enhancing overall wellness by collaborating with community members,

families, and service providers.

Working under the direction of the Resource Manager – Family Support Programs, the Community Wellness Worker will develop and implement community-based wellness initiatives, facilitate culturally relevant programming, and build partnerships to support community health and vitality.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Develop, coordinate, and deliver community wellness programs that promote mental, emotional, and physical health.
Engage with community members to identify wellness needs and create culturally appropriate strategies.
Support individuals and families in accessing mental health, addiction, and social services.
Facilitate group activities, workshops, and traditional practices that strengthen community resilience.
Collaborate with community leaders, health providers, and organizations to coordinate wellness initiatives.
Provide culturally respectful support and guidance to community members.
Maintain accurate records of community activities, program participation, and outcomes.
Advocate for community needs and contribute to the development of community wellness plans.
Promote traditional practices, ceremonies, and cultural knowledge as integral to wellness.
Travel within First Nation communities to support outreach and program delivery.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor of Social Work Degree or Community College Diploma in Social Services, Child and Youth Care, or a related human services field. However, a combination of skills, education and experience may be considered;
Experience working with children, youth, and families in a community or social service environment.
Demonstrated understanding of the challenges affecting First Nation children and families.
Knowledge of the Child, Youth and Family Services Act and child welfare service principles.
Familiarity with Customary Care practices and First Nation community structures is considered an asset.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build supportive relationships with families and youth.
Ability to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Effective organizational and time-management skills.
Experience using office software and client documentation systems.
Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and professional ethics.
Valid Ontario “G” Driver’s Licence and access to a reliable vehicle.
Clear Vulnerable Sector Check and Driver’s Abstract required.
First Aid and CPR certification is considered an asset.
Ability to speak Ojibway is considered a valuable asset.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

The position involves community engagement, travel to remote areas, and participation in cultural activities. It requires flexibility to work evenings or weekends as needed and sensitivity to diverse cultural environments, driving to semi-remote Anishinaabe communities on rough and winding class “C” roadways and in various weather conditions, exposure to diverse living conditions and community environments and different sociocultural milieus.

Salary Range: $66,770.46 – $81,889.50

DEADLINE TO SUBMIT APPLICATION IS: Open Until Filled

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