Prevention Support Worker

Washagamis Bay First Nation is hiring a Prevention Support Worker! For more information on this LEAP job posting, check out the details below!

Employer Name: Washagamis Bay First Nation
City: Keewatin
Province: Ontario
Postal Code: P0X 1C0
Application Deadline: July 25, 2025
Email: kdrew@gggroupinc.ca
Hours of Work: Various
Job Type: Various Hours
Wages: TBD

Duties of this LEAP Job Posting:

The Prevention Support Workers play a vital role in the First Nation by supporting children, youth, and families of Washagamis Bay. The goal is to keep our children safe in our community with their families.

  • Conduction Needs Assessments
  • Developing support plans for families
  • Collaborating with families, service providers and community partners
  • Support the overall well-being of children, youth, and caregivers with prevention strategies and coping mechanisms
  • Ensure that every child and family case receives the highest quality of service and the best interests are taken into consideration for the family
  • Strong communication skills and cultural awareness
  • Maintain confidentiality to ensure that the privacy of individuals and families remain protected
  • Servces as a resource to the Senior Prevention Services Worker as required
  • Organize workshops, group sessions and community outreach programs
  • Provide ongoing support to the parents by assisting with a support system within the community, family friends and Elders.
  • Collaborate with Elders, knowledge keepers and other community leaders to integrate cultural teachings into prevention programs.
  • Promote community awareness regarding the services and resources available.
  • Establish and continue to maintain positive relationships with internal and external resources with tribal councils and agencies.
  • Maintain accurate and up to date records of interactions and referrals
Qualifications for this LEAP Job Posting:

In order to be considered for this position, applicants must possess any of the following:

  • A Social Service Worker Diploma is preferred, however candidates with equivalent or related qualifications will be considered.
  • Experience working with First Nations children, youth & families
  • Cultural sensitivity to the Anishinaabe Culture and Language is a must.
  • Must be reliable and punctual.
  • Ability to work flexible hours.
  • Possess a valid G Class driver’s license and have access to a reliable vehicle.
  • Must be able to provide and maintain a clean Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Check
How To Apply to this LEAP Job Posting:

Along with their resume and cover letter, applicants must submit a current vulnerable sector check and three references. Application packages must be submitted by email to: kdrew@gggroupinc.ca

Hiring Committee
Washagamis Bay First Nation
BOX 625
Keewatin ON
P0X 1C0

We thank all those who have expressed an interest in this position; however, only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

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