Crisis Response Advisor

CRISIS RESPONSE ADVISOR
FULL TIME POSITION
Thompson, MB

Under the general direction of Keewatin Tribal Council (KTC) Director of Health and the Wellness Programming Team Leader, the Crisis Response Advisor will assist member First Nations in Crisis situations in collaboration with the Crisis Response team and KTC according to Crisis Response protocol. They will respond to requests for assessments, support or consultation regarding community members in crisis due to community trauma/emergent situations, mental health, suicide or addictions concerns.  They will provide on-site support to youth, caregivers and community members, provide referrals or linkage to resources and provide informational resources based on a case management model.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1.                Post-Secondary education / training / experience in the Social Services field. 

2.                Demonstrated counseling skills with First Nations and ability to facilitate the transfer of skills to community-based resources.

3.                Understand of crisis intervention and experience working with people with mental illness, substance related concerns etc.

4.                Providing trauma and grief/loss support to individuals, families and community as a whole;

5.                Community Crisis Response experience or suitable amount of experience or education.

6.                Knowledgeable of government agencies and various organizations.

7.                Should have good communication and organizational skills.

8.                Computer skills are needed for various input of reporting requirements.

9.                Ability to work well as a team member.

10.            Ability to speak Cree/Dene would be an asset.

11.            A valid Driver’s license would be an asset.

12.           Clear Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Checks; Child Abuse Registry Check

13.            Must be prepared to travel to communities extensively for Crisis Response calls

A written application with detailed resume, including at least two (2) references with written permission to contact the references and your latest immediate supervisor should be submitted to:

Please Forward Resumes to the Attention of:

Lisa Beardy, Office Manager

23 Nickel Road

Thompson, Manitoba R8N OY4

Email: [email protected] Fax: View phone number on jobs.amik.ca

Applications will be accepted until position is filled.  We would like to thank those that apply for the position but only those who are being considered for an interview will be contacted.