PFC CRISIS RESPONSE WORKER(S) – Pelican Falls Centre

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

NNEC is a non-profit educational organization. Under the direction of the Sioux Lookout District Chiefs, NNEC delivers secondary and post-secondary education programs and services for First Nations people.  NNEC operates Pelican Falls First Nations High School, Pelican Falls Centre, Dennis Franklin Cromarty High School, Wahsa Distance Education Centre and has offices in Lac Seul (head office), Sioux Lookout and Thunder Bay.  NNEC welcomes applications for the following position:

PFC CRISIS RESPONSE WORKER

Pelican Falls Centre, Sioux Lookout, ON

GENERAL:

The Crisis Response Worker will offer an efficient and helpful service to students, staff and external organizations requesting information or advice and to be proactive in processing these enquiries through to resolution where practicable. This position will have a modified work schedule (4 shifts on – 4 shifts off) through the school calendar, salary will be prorated over the full year (26 pay periods).

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provide crisis response services to the students and staff on site at Pelican Falls First Nations high school.
Support students that are dealing with mental health concerns, trauma, substance misuse, etc.
Respond to emergency and routine calls in a calm, efficient, empathetic and helpful manner.
Attend to calls for assistance under the Crisis Response Services.
Assess the situation and contact emergency services if appropriate.  Use of clinical risk assessment is necessary.
In cases where a caller requires assistance, ensure that the appropriate help is summoned and that responses to emergency calls are in accordance with the NNEC crisis response performance standards and operating protocol.
Implement a plan of care and/or safety plan as required
Develop or assist in developing treatment plans for students
Use all available IT and information systems to manage emergencies, provide information and access to emergency services and act as advocate where appropriate.
Ensure that all records are maintained accurately and updated as necessary.
Deal with client inquiries effectively and efficiently.
Participate in regular job-related training and to extend and update knowledge as required.
Create and maintain a good working relationship with appropriate NNEC personnel, students, their families and partner organizations.
Carry out basic First Aid if required.
Following incidents to ensure interim follow-up
In the event of a serious occurrence, ensure requirements as established in policy and procedure are followed.
Other duties as required.
QUALIFICATIONS:

1.        Diploma in Social Work, Social Service Worker or related field an asset

2.        Minimum of 2 years experience working in a related field or with First Nation youth preferred

3.        Must have a Class “G” drivers license

4.        Must have First Aid with C.P.R. or be willing to obtain

5.        Fluency in one of the Sioux Lookout area dialects is an asset but not essential

6.        Knowledge of the urban environment of Sioux Lookout

7.        Must have knowledge of and sensitivity to First Nations history, culture and student issues

8.        Experience working with First Nations students is an asset

SALARY:               $61,880 to $76,105

All staff are compensated 13 weeks of vacation either with vacation days,

monetary compensation or a combination of both.

**NNEC thanks all applicants in advance; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.  NNEC requires a Criminal Record Check and/or a Vulnerable Sector Check for all positions.  This advertisement is to fill an existing vacancy and will remain open until filled.

Please submit your cover letter, resume and three references (with written permission for NNEC to contact) to Human Resources, NNEC Head Office, fax (807) 582-3865 or by email to humanresources@nnec.on.ca.  Please visit www.nnec.on.ca for more career opportunities.