Healthy Lifestyle Coordinator - 12 to 18 Month Fixed Term Contract

• Use your knowledge and understanding of Healthy Lifestyle Coordinator skills in representing our community's members
• Receive a competitive hourly wage of $37.53/hour
• Don't miss this chance to make a true difference to the vibrant community of the Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation
  

About the Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation

The Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation is a strong, vibrant, and progressive Indigenous community that is approximately 1.5 hours drive from the heart of Toronto.  Located nearby to the rural community of Port Perry, MSIFN has the benefits of small-town living while having close proximity to urban areas. As part of the Anishinabek Nation and signatories to the Williams Treaties and other pre-confederation treaties, MSIFN is extremely proud of our Indigenous culture and long history of protecting our Aboriginal and Treaty rights. As owners of the Great Blue Heron Casino and creators of the Noozhoo Nokiiyan Economic Development Limited Partnership, MSIFN has an entrepreneurial spirit and expectation for excellence. We encourage team members to be professional, flexible, dynamic, team players, who have a self-starting attitude and respect for all employees in the workplace. While working within clear lines of authority, MSIFN requires someone who can bring out the best in those who surround them. We are a busy First Nation, with many capital projects and opportunities ahead.  The community and workplace are led by an elected Council of 3 (a Chief and two Councillors) and a Senior Management Team led by the First Nation Manager and including Managers from Operations, Finance, Human Resources, and Health and Social Services. We value the hard work of our entire workforce and support them with a culture of collaboration and respect. 

For more information about our vibrant community please visit our homepage by clicking here.   

Make a Difference Within Our Community

Currently, the Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation (MSIFN) is looking for an experienced Healthy Lifestyle Coordinator to join our community and work with our members and management team in Scugog, ON on a full-time basis. The hours of this role are Monday to Thursday, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, and Friday 8.30 am to 1:00 pm.  The Healthy Lifestyle Coordinator is required to be onsite Monday to Friday. 

As our new Healthy Lifestyle Coordinator, you will report to the Health and Social Services Manager and will be responsible for providing holistic health programs and services with an emphasis on addictions and mental health care and services to members.    

Your typical responsibilities include: 

The Healthy Lifestyles Coordinator is responsible to provide holistic health programs and services with an emphasis on addictions and mental health to the MSIFN through traditional healing alternatives are available for community members.

Key activities:

• Provide holistic health programs and services with a focus on addictions and mental health
• Utilize cultural and traditional teachings to assist clients in improving their mental health
• Conduct workshops, lectures, and video nights to promote mental health awareness
• Perform home visits to offer personalized support and guidance
• Develop and distribute promotional materials related to health and wellness
• Offer counseling services to individuals and families
• Coordinate various health programs and initiatives
• Manage cases and provide ongoing support to clients
• Educate families and parents on health-related topics
• Conduct outreach services to engage with the community
• Provide family support and advocacy services
• Make referrals to other health services and professionals as needed
• Collaborate with other departments and organizations to enhance service delivery
• Maintain accurate records and documentation of client interactions and program activities
• Participate in professional development and training opportunities to stay updated on best practices 

PAY RATE:                              $37.53/hr (F1)

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:   

• Completion of a college diploma in Social Services or a Bachelor of Social Work is required.
• Minimum three (3) years of related work experience and minimum five (5) years of total work experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience as deemed by the hiring panel. 
• Preferred work experience with a First Nation or Indigenous Organization 

Other related skills required: 

• Valid driver’s license and $1M liability insurance
• CPIC/VSS acceptable to position upon conditional offer
• Knowledge and understanding of Indigenous culture, traditions, teachings, and community dynamics
• Knowledge of legislation governing First Nations
• Knowledge of financial budgeting processes
• Familiar with office machines including computers, adding machines, photocopiers, fax machines, phone systems

• Ability to analyze problems, recommend and implement solutions
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Advanced computer literacy (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Internet)
• Knowledge of Privacy legislation
• Working with others (team player)

Considered an asset:

• Member in good standing with the Ontario College of Social Workers or a willingness to become a registered member of the Ontario College of Social Workers

Do you want to make a lasting difference to a vibrant First Nation community? Here’s your chance!

About the Benefits

In recognition of your hard work and dedication, you can look forward to a competitive hourly wage of $37.53/hr. ($68,304.60/yr. based on a 35-hour workweek) along with the following excellent package:

• Access to the Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) along with health, dental, and vision benefits.
• Short and long-term disability. 
• Employer pension matching scheme of 5%, voluntary contributions can be increased by a further 8%.
• 3 weeks of vacation, which increases to 5 weeks of vacation with your length of service. 
• An additional 2 weeks off during the month of December to January, 7 days additional discretionary days off, and 3 statutory holidays during the office 2 weeks shutdown over the holidays.
• 14 statutory holidays throughout the year. 
• Bereavement leave of up to 5 scheduled business days for immediate family and up to 3 days for extended family in the unfortunate event of a death of a family member.
• Access to the Wellness Motivational Benefit, receive payment of up to $500 twice in a lifetime for attempts at Healthy Lifestyle changes. 
• A commitment to a policy of compensation that is internally and externally competitive and equitable. Though no pay progression is automatic, pay progression will be reviewed in line with professional development, previous work experience, seniority, cost of living, and market trends as outlined within the compensation policy.

This is your chance to be part of a dynamic and growing community where you will have the opportunity to implement processes and make your mark for the better of all.   

If you share our values and have the skills necessary to bring success to the role, then we invite you to apply today!

Please note that a Criminal Record Check with a Vulnerable Sector Search (CPIC/VSS) acceptable to the position is required upon conditional offer. Expenses for CPIC/VSS are reimbursed after orientation.