Abegweit First Nation Mi'kmaq Wellness Centre
Job Summary:
Job Description:
Transition Project Case Manager Evening
Hours of Work: Monday to Friday 12pm-8pm (Weekend calls may occur)
Job Purpose: Overall, the Transition Project Case Manager is responsible for supporting the larger Mental health and wellness team to successfully complete the 4-year (2024-2028) Abegweit First Nation Transitions Project while supporting the community members on their healing journey.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Facilitate community member access to detox and addiction treatment care, including services available inside and outside the community
- Assist community members to navigate and access the supports required for their healing journey
- Ensure incarcerated community members access services while serving their sentence
- Support community member reintegration within post treatment / correctional facility discharge
- Prepare reports on activities and assist with Final Report requirements
- Establish new and strengthen existing service partners
- Participate in supporting the Abegweit First Nation Transition Center Concept Model
- Develop and support Accreditation Canada requirements
- Assist with the post Project Sustainability plan
- Maintain a high-level of confidentiality
Skills & Qualifications:
- Post Secondary training in a Health, Social or Educational field
- Experience in Project Management and Reporting within a case management field
- Experience working in a health, social or education sectors
- Understanding of historical Mi’gmaq and/or Indigenous contexts for current challenges
- Ability to work independently and with a team
- Valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle
- Current Criminal Reference Check and Vulnerable Sector Check
Working Conditions:
- Office-based work with travel required within the community and to external service providers.
- Ability to work flexible hours, including occasional evenings and weekends.
- High level of interaction with community members facing complex challenges.
- Confidential and sensitive information management.
- Collaborative work environment with interdisciplinary team members.
- Emotional resilience and self-care practices are essential due to the nature of the role.