RESPONSIBILITIES:

•    Understanding the Calgary organization and programs, showing community members how to utilize them.

•    Build rapport and trust with individuals from vulnerable populations, including Indigenous communities, and connect them with available programs and resources.

•    Implement and coordinate wellness and healing strategies, especially those related to mental health, addictions, and culture-based programming,

•    Identify and assess the wellness and outreach needs of the community, providing referrals to culturally appropriate services and support.

•    Act as an advocate for community members to ensure existing systems and services meet their needs. Maintain accurate records of client interactions, progress, and service referrals.

•    Problem-solve transportation and housing issues.

•    Work collaboratively with community members, partner organizations, and the Friendship Centre's staff and management.

•    Develop and implement outreach plans, maintain client records, collaborate with service providers, and act as an advocate for community members, requiring skills in communication, empathy, and cultural competency.

•    Understanding and respect for diverse cultural backgrounds, with a strong knowledge of the Indigenous community's needs.

A compassionate and empathetic approach to supporting individuals facing social and psychological challenges.

Engage with individuals in the community who are at risk or actively struggling with substance use, providing immediate support, resources, and pathways to recovery.

Education/Experience:

•    Education related to human services with experience in outreach, peer support, or front- line social services.

•    Knowledge of harm reduction, crisis response, and Indigenous wellness approaches.

•    Strong interpersonal and cont1ict resolution skills.

•    Lived experience with recovery is considered an asset.

•    Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills to effectively engage with clients and partners.

Required Documentation:

➔    MUST BE A RESIDENT OF CALARY AREA

➔    Copy of Valid Driver's License

➔    Updated Resume with 3 references

➔    A completed Vulnerable Sector Criminal Reference Check

**ALL APPLICATIONS WILL BE SCREENED AND MUST CONTAIN THE ABOVE INFORMATION OR WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED FOR AN INTERVIEW.**

Please submit the required documentation to: 

SAMSON CREE NATION PERSONNEL DEPARTMENT 

Phone number: 780-585-3793 

Email: personnel.179@gmail.com 

Deadline for Applications: 

October 26, 2026