Mobile Crisis Worker-Treaty 3 Police Service

Employer Name: Kenora Chiefs Advisory

City: Kenora

Province: ON

Postal Code: P9N 3X4

Application Deadline: September 13th, 2024

Email: resume@kenorachiefs.org

Hours of Work: Full-Time

Job Type: Full-Time

Wages: TBD

Duties of this LEAP Job Posting:

In partnership with the Kenora Detachment of the Treaty 3 Police, the Mobile Crisis Worker shall provide crisis intervention support and outreach for all ages in Treaty 3 communities. The Mobile Crisis Worker will work with the Treaty 3 Police to respond to mental health calls and assist youth in crisis.

·         Extensive travel to First Nations Communities with Treaty 3 Police

·         Provide immediate intervention (including mental health support and suicide risk assessment, emotional support, de-escalation and hospital accompaniment) for all ages in crisis within Treaty 3 communities.

·         Work as part of a team with Treaty Police Service Officers, responding to calls for service via dispatch during shifts.

·         Abide by police service protocols in order to provide effective intervention in the safest way possible (training provided)

·         Provide information and education regarding mental illness and addiction.

·         Be capable of assessing and responding to high-risk clients using crisis intervention and crisis intervention theory.

·         Perform additional duties as required

Qualifications for this LEAP Job Posting:

Qualifications:

• A university degree, preferably in Social Work or a college diploma from a recognized post- secondary institution.
• Experience in the areas of crisis response, critical incidents & trauma will also be considered an asset.
• Ability to deal with crisis and post-crisis situations (e.g., suicide, homicide, and other traumatic events).
• Excellent clinical assessment and crisis intervention/counselling skills
• Knowledge of both the Family Services Act and the Mental Health Act will be considered assets.
• Excellent written, oral, interpersonal and computer skills
• Knowledge of the Anishinaabe culture and language will be considered assets
• Ability to work effectively as a team player and take direction well
• Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle
• Must be willing to travel when required
• Able to provide a Vulnerable Sector Criminal Record check

How To Apply to this LEAP Job Posting:

We’re looking to grow our teams with people who share our energy and enthusiasm for creating the best experience for our clients and within KCA.  Discover What’s Possible! Please forward your resume cover letter and 3 references to:

Human Resource Department

Kenora Chiefs Advisory

P.O. Box 349- 240 Veterans Drive, 3rd Floor

Kenora ON P9N 3X4

Fax: 807-467-2656

Email: resume@kenorachiefs.org

*We thank all that apply, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

** Traditional practices involve burning sacred medicines including tobacco, sweetgrass, sage and cedar within the work setting

***In accordance with company policy, it is mandatory for all employees to either provide proof of their Covid vaccination or undergo Covid testing twice a week.

Advertising Method: General Ad