Treatment & Aftercare Coordinator

The Gwich'in Tribal Council (GTC), situated in Inuvik, Northwest Territories, is currently seeking a qualified candidate to fulfill the position of Treatment & Aftercare Coordinator.

Reporting to the Manager, Health Services the Treatment & Aftercare Coordinator is responsible for developing and implementing the Gwich’in Tribal Council (GTC) treatment and aftercare program for Gwich’in participants.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

1.      Case Management – Processing applications, navigating treatment and aftercare services, and advocating for participants by identifying their needs and connecting them to appropriate resources. This includes facilitating case conferences, collaborating with internal and external teams to develop and evaluate healing plans, and referring individuals to relevant services. Additionally, it involves maintaining up-to-date files, documenting progress, and engaging in community partnerships to promote Gwich’in healing and wellness protocols.

2.      Collaboration – Liaise with Gwich'in Tribal Council (GTC) inter-departmental staff, medical professionals, traditional healers, counselors, and case managers to ensure Gwich'in participants receive proper treatment and aftercare services. Including drafting communications for GTC leadership, coordinating site visits to treatment and aftercare facilities to ensure culturally relevant and culturally safe services. Contributing to the development of prevention materials for GTC Health & Wellness programs and supporting the delivery of culturally based prevention programs and services, including activities for healing camps.

3.      Monitoring – Developing and implementing program policies and procedures, while also identifying the needs for procedural changes and present recommendations to management. Staying current on emerging practices in Indigenous substance use and aftercare support, while collaborating with the Adìts’àt Tr’iniinjii in communities to integrate cultural, land-based, and community practices into aftercare programs. Liaises with contractors to assess the effectiveness of new treatment approaches and contributes to regular reporting and service evaluation.

4.      Additional Duties – Active participation in team meetings, planning, and program development, while ensuring compliance with Health Information Act (HIA) legislation and GTC records and information management (RIM) policies.

        COMPETENCIES

 The Key Competencies required for this position include:

A.     Leadership – ability to perform culturally-based health promotion activities in mental health/wellness, substance use and healthy families. Strong coordination and case management and system navigation skills.    

B.      Knowledge – knowledge of Gwich’in values, beliefs and practices, and ability to represent these in their daily work. Understanding of land-based healing and Gwich’in wellness practices along with the effects of colonization, especially through residential schools and its impacts on communities, families and individuals

C.      Communication – ability to relate to clients and families in a trauma-informed, culturally safe, empathetic, strengths-based, identity-affirming and respectful manner. 

D.     Confidentiality – maintenance of confidentiality and handling of sensitive information related to case management of individuals and families.

E.      Organization – excellent organizational and time management skills. Demonstrates ability to complete complex tasks or projects on-time through routine planning of own work and organization of resources.

F.      Logistics – ability to work in a cross-cultural environment and work flexible hours. Evenings and weekends may be required.

G.     Mentorship – acts as a role model of healthy positive living and mentor to members within the community and other staff. Recognizes instances of lateral violence, bullying and other behaviours that impact social cohesiveness and take appropriate steps to address the situation using a trauma-informed approach.

H.     Adaptability— demonstrates a high level of adaptability and initiative with problem solving through.

QUALIFICATIONS

       The qualifications required for this position include:

• Completion of a bachelor’s degree in social sciences or health & wellness field or a diploma with a minimum of 3 years of experience in the delivery of mental health, addictions and wellness services;

·     Alternatively, having relevant lived experience for a minimum of three (5) years in Northern Indigenous communities;

• Proficient in a Microsoft Office operating environment (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, Note), Email, Database application and Internet;
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision;
• Ability to maintain composure and performance while under stress or pressure.

      The qualifications desired for this position also include:

·        Knowledge of the overall mandate, goals, and objectives of the GTC and the political and social environment in which its programs and services are offered;

·        Understanding and working knowledge of the Gwich’in Comprehensive Land Claim Agreement;

·        Fluency in the Gwich’in language (asset);

·        Strong awareness of cultural diversity and Northern Indigenous values and practices.

COMPENSATION

A competitive compensation plan will accompany the successful candidate including a comprehensive benefit plan.  

Preference will be given to candidates who are Gwich'in Participants and have experience working in the non-profit or public sectors or in an Indigenous Government/Organization, preferably in a northern context.

We would like to thank all interested applicants. Please note that only those applicants who meet the qualifications and requirements will be contacted.

If this opportunity interests you, please visit https://www.gwichintribal.ca/careers.html to apply

Position is open until filled