MHA Youth Program Facilitator at Government of Nunavut Recruitment

Sanikiluaq, Nunavut, Canada -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

18 Jun, 26

Salary

97589.0

Posted On

20 Mar, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Program Facilitation, Mental Health Wellness Promotion, Community Needs Assessment, Supportive Relationship Building, Advocacy, Program Development, Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit Principles, Cross-cultural Environment Experience, Criminal Record Check, Vulnerable Sector Check

Industry

Government Administration

Description

Reporting to the Mental Health and Addictions (MHA) Program Supervisor, the MHA Youth Program Facilitator works closely with the health care team and community organizations to promote mental health wellness amongst young Nunavummiut. 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 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. The MHA Youth Program Facilitator provides 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 MHA services. 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. Department of Health The Department of Health is responsible for health services and social programming in Nunavut. Staff at the Department of Health work to improve the health and well-being of Nunavummiut by addressing the differing needs of each community through culturally appropriate programs and services.

Responsibilities

The facilitator works with the health care team and community organizations to promote mental health wellness among young Nunavummiut by determining community needs and providing relevant programs. This role involves establishing supportive relationships with youth and families while modeling departmental mental health strategies and providing general support and advocacy.