MHA Youth Program Facilitator chez Government of Nunavut

This is a Position of Trust and a satisfactory Criminal Record Check is required.

This employment opportunity is restricted to residents of Rankin Inlet only.

Reporting to the Mental Health and Addictions Program Supervisor. The purpose of this position is to determine community needs for children and youth, and identify and provide programs designed to improve the well-bring of young people. The Mental Health and Addictions (MHA) Youth Program Facilitator will establish supportive relationships with youth and their families with the goal of empowering them to actively participate in mental health wellness. This position will reinforce, practice and model the mental health strategies of the Department of Health as part of the MHA team. As the successful candidate you will provide general support and advocacy to help children and youth meet their needs by developing and facilitating community-based programs. You will incorporate Inuit knowledge, values, culture and IQ Principles in your work. 

The incumbent takes the lead in developing and implementing children and youth programs that support mental health wellness by: identifying gaps in programs and services for children and youth; encouraging and supporting youth to develop and use personal and community resources to meet their needs; visiting schools and youth centre to identify program needs and plan for their delivery; supporting community youth groups by attending meetings, sharing resources, and co-facilitating programs or events when approporiate; working closely with other menbers of the MHA team to ensure youth programs are relevant to the needs of youth mental health clients, etc. You will also support Mental Health and Addictions service delivery for child and youth clients by engaging with child and youth clients to increase access to services, providing basic risk assessments as directed by the MHA team and assisting at-risk children and youth with getting required support. Also maintain a working knowledge of best practices in children and youth mental health care and programs by attending in-service sessions and training, conducting self-directed studies and pursuing professional development activities, reviewing current and relevant literature, attending and participating in staff and committee meetings and obtain and maintain cerifications for required role competences (ie: ASIST).

To be invited for an interview; you must have a certificate in social services, children and/or youth work, mental health, or related field. One year of experience working in children and/or youth work, mental health, or a related field. The contextual knowledge for this position is children and youth mental health and addictions issues, the knowledge of relevant acts, regulations, policies, standards and protocols, as well as community demogrpahics, culture and history along with Inuit Qaujimatuqangit Principles and Values. Techniques, methods and practices of communications are required to organize and deliver community-based wellness programs for children and youth. A valid driver’s license, current First Air and CPR are assets.

 Fluency in more than one of Nunavut’s official language is an asset. Knowledge of Inuit language, communities, culture, land and Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit is an asset.

Equivalencies that consist of an acceptable combination of education and experience may be considered. 

An eligibility list may be created to fill future vacancies.

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.

CONTACT:           Department of Human Resources, Government of Nunavut

              PO Box 899, Rankin Inlet, Nunavut X0C 0G0

                                www.gov.nu.ca

Phone:                   (867) 645-8065   

Toll Free:              1-800-933-3072

Fax:                        (867) 645-8097 

Email:    Kivalliqapplications @gov.nu.ca

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.