POSITION SUMMARY

The Wellness Care Worker is responsible for the safety and household guidance of the Treatment Centre facility and equipment, as well as security of the clients during all “Off-Treatment” hours (nights, weekends and holidays).  (Subject to Personnel Policies and Procedures of Prince Albert Grand Council.)

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide a warm, homelike atmosphere for clients, with support and empathy for all residents.
• Work shiftwork as needed.
• Guide families during indoor/outdoor activities and recreation.
• Responds immediately to all crisis situations, medical or other emergency, reporting to senior staff on a timely basis.
• Ensures confidentiality of all client information and activities within residence operations.
• Attends all staff meetings, program development sessions and in-service training workshops as required.
• Enforces all household guidelines and safety regulations.
• Supervises scheduled mealtimes and/or assist in the kitchen duties.
• Ensures that all areas of the Center are maintained in a clean, tidy and hygienic fashion.
• Follow guidelines and protocols in the event of fire, break-in, conflicts or other problems.
• Open to participate in cultural, recreational and community activities related to the Centre, as assigned by the Director.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum, two (2) years continuous sobriety/abstainer.
• Certificate in Mental Health & Wellness or equivalent.
• Fluency in the English language is a requirement, fluency in a First Nations language within the Prince Albert Grand Council area is an asset.
• Certificate in St. John’s First Aid/CPR is a requirement.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills required.
• Understanding of substance use, and process of treatment rehabilitation.
• Must be a caring and empathetic individual.
• SASW eligible to be registered
• Knowledge, awareness and understanding of First Nations Culture.
• Experience in one or more of the following is an asset; land based, First Nations cultural  

methods, youth or life skills.  

• Valid Saskatchewan Drivers Licence.
• Criminal Record/Vulnerable Sector Check

Deadline for applications:   Wednesday, January 22, 2025

Yuasni Tipi Family Treatment Centre is situated on the Wahpeton Dakota First Nation IR 94B ,home to the Dakota people. We recognize the path of truth and reconciliation and are committed to building an inclusively diverse, and culturally responsive workforce. If you are interested in applying for the job description above, please submit a complete application including a cover letter, resume, and three (3) work or school-related references. While we appreciate all applications, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please include email address (applicants will be contacted through email):

Karen Timmerman, Director of Human Services
Prince Albert Grand Council
Box 2350
Prince Albert, Saskatchewan S6V 6Z1
Tel: 306-953-7200   Fax: 306-953-1045
Email: personnel@pagc.net