MHA Youth Program Facilitator na Government of Nunavut

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

As per HRM Directive 518, this employment opportunity is restricted to Nunavut Inuit only in Kugaaruk, NU.

For Mental Health and Addictions Youth Program Facilitator position that is full-time and permanent, recruitment bonuses include: $3,000 on start date, $3,000 at 6 months of service, $5,000 at 1 year of service and $7,000 at 2 years of service. For Job shares, salary, bonuses/allowances are pro-rated in accordance with hours worked.

The purpose of this position is to determine community needs for children and youth, and identify and provide programs designed to improve the well-being of young people. The 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 mental health strategies of the Department of Health as part of the Mental Health and Addictions team.
 

Reporting to the Mental Health and Addictions Program Supervisor, the incumbent will provide general support and advocacy to help children and youth meet their needs by developing and facilitating community-based programs. Effective delivery of these programs will have sufficient impact on the safety, confidence, and overall well-being of children, youth, and their families, in addition to enhancing and increasing access to Mental Health and Addictions services.

The Youth Program Facilitator incorporates Inuit knowledge, values, culture and IQ principles in their work.

With direction of the supervisor and the MHA team lead, the Youth Program Facilitator is responsible for working closely with the health care team and community organizations to promote mental health wellness amongst young Nunavummiut.

Knowledge of Child and youth mental health and addictions issues; knowledge of relevant acts, regulations, policies, standards and protocols; community and territorial Mental Health and Addictions resources; community demographics, culture and history; Inuit Qaujimajajtuqangit Principles and Values are required. Techniques, methods and practices of communications are also required to organize and deliver community-based wellness programs for children and youth.

The knowledge, skills, and abilities required for this job are typically obtained through a Certificate in Social Service, Child and/or Youth Work, Mental health, or related field and one year of experience working in child and/or youth work, mental health, or a related field.

The Official Languages of Nunavut are Inuktitut, English and French.

Fluency in more than one of Nunavut’s official language is an asset.

Equivalencies that consist of an acceptable combination of education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities may be considered.

Current First Aid & CPR, ability to communicate in more than 1 of Nunavut’s official languages and a valid Nunavut Driver’s License are assets.
Knowledge of Inuit language, communities, culture, land and Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit is an asset. 

• 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.  

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.