MHA Outreach Worker en Government of Nunavut

This employment opportunity is restricted to residents of Arviat only.

This is a Highly Sensitive Position and a satisfactory Criminal Record Check, along with a clear Vulnerable Sector Check is required.

Reporting to the MHA Program Supervisor, the MHA Outreach Worker will establish supportive client relationships through the delivery of both community—based programs and individualized support. The MHA Outreach Worker will help client navigate services, with the goal of empowering them and their support network to actively participate in mental health wellness. Incorporating Inuit knowledge, values, culture, and Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit principles in their work, the MHA Outreach Worker provides practical help and supports, advocacy, coordination, problem solving, direct assistance, and training to help clients obtain the skills to improve their well-being. This includes support and guidance in accessing health and other services identified as needed by the client, family, or MHA Team. 

The MHA Outreach Worker provides support to clients with mental health concerns, mental illness and/or addictions and their families to minimize the impact of and improve general functioning by providing clinical supportive interventions according to the treatment plan. In addition to individualized support, the MHA Outreach Worker will develop and promote community-based programming for clients and community members of all ages will focus on wellness themes, such as building healthy relationships, positive coping skills, effective communication, and social-emotional understanding. The incumbent will maintain a thorough and sound working knowledge of current mental health and addictions care and practices, and skills by attending in-service sessions and participating in staff and committee meetings.  

The knowledge, skills, and abilities required for this job are usually obtained through a diploma in social services, mental health, or a related field. Two (2) years of experience working in mental health or a related field. A valid driver’s license is as asset. Current first aid and Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) is an asset.  

The Official Languages of Nunavut are Inuktitut, English and French. Applicants may submit their resume in any of the official languages of Nunavut. Fluency in more than one of Nunavut’s official languages would be considered an asset. Knowledge of Inuit communities, culture, land,Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit, Inuktut and experience working in a northern cross-cultural environment are also considered assets. 

Acceptable combinations of education and experience may be considered for this position. We encourage you to apply if you have equivalent years of education and/or experience equal to the education and experience requirements listed above.

• The Government of Nunavut is committed to creating a representative workforce; therefore, priority will be given to Nunavut Inuit who self-identify as being enrolled under the Nunavut Agreement in accordance with the Priority Hiring Policy.
• Government of Nunavut employees serving a probationary period must obtain and provide written authorization from the deputy head of their employing department. The authorization from the deputy head must accompany your application for your application to be considered. 
• Possession of a criminal record may not disqualify candidates from being considered. An assessment of the criminal record will be measured against the scope and duties of the position. This is only a requirement for positions that require a satisfactory criminal record or vulnerable sector check. 
• Applicants may submit their resume in any of the Official Languages of Nunavut.
• Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
• The onus is on candidates in receipt of foreign post-secondary education credentials to have their foreign credentials assessed through a recognized Canadian education institution.  Failure to do so may result in the rejection of their application. 

If you are interested in applying for this job, please email your cover letter and resume to [email protected]. Please include the REFERENCE # in the subject line of your email.

• The Government of Nunavut is committed to creating a more representative workforce so it can better understand and serve the needs of Nunavummiut. Priority will be given to Nunavut Inuit. Candidates must clearly identify their eligibility in order to receive priority consideration under the Nunavut Priority Hiring Policy.
• Employment in some positions requires an acceptable criminal record check. Possession of a criminal record will not necessarily disqualify candidates from further consideration.
• Applicants may submit their resume in the Official Language of their choice.
• Eligibility list may be created to fill future vacancies.
• Job descriptions may be obtained by fax, email or on the website.
• Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

The Government of Nunavut was selected as one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, Top Employers for Young People and recent graduates. With one of the fastest growing and youngest populations in Canada, Nunavut is a dynamic, vibrant territory, committed to becoming an even better place for future generations.  As a government, we are strengthening our unique model of governance - one that integrates Inuit societal values, promotes use of the Inuktut language, achieves a representative public service, and collaborates with partners to achieve the promise of Nunavut. Successful applicants will enjoy a competitive salary, medical and dental benefits, a defined benefit pension plan, relocation privileges and opportunities for training and career advancement.