Anishnawbe Health Toronto

To improve the health and well being of Aboriginal People in spirit, mind, emotion and body by providing Traditional Healing within an intra-disciplinary health care model. (Anishnawbe Health Torontos Mission Statement.)

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Chayuuweytim
( Addiction Counsellor) Aboriginal Mental Health and Addictions Service Maternity Leave Contract

Anishnawbe Health Toronto (AHT), an accredited community health centre seeks a Chayuuweytim who will function as an effective member of a multi-disciplinary Mental Health and Addiction team. The successful applicant will be responsible for providing addiction counseling to individuals, couples, families and groups within a framework that is culturebased, utilizing traditional teachings and traditional healing ways. You will determine an appropriate healing path in conjunction and collaboration with the client and when necessary with other health care providers through consultation, chart reviews and case conferencing. The successful applicant will have a minimum of MSW with related counseling and case management skills or BSW or College Diploma with 2 years direct service in the area of addiction counselling. Candidates will demonstrate a commitment, respect, understanding and knowledge of Traditional Healing and have experience with Aboriginal culture, traditions, teachings and ceremonies. Candidates will have an understanding and competent knowledge of health and other issues facing the Aboriginal community such as the effects of the postcolonial and residential school syndromes and prefer to work in a multidisciplinary setting. Aboriginal language skills considered an asset. Interested applicants are invited to submit their resume by 4:00 pm, Friday July 27th, 2012 to Peter Sackaney, Chayuuweytim Coordinator, Anishnawbe Health Toronto, 22 Vaughan Rd, Toronto Ontario M6G 2N1, Email: psackaney@aht.ca Fax: (416) 657-3436. People With Disabilities Are Encouraged to Apply.
(If you are invited for an interview and require access accommodation, please let us know.) Meegwetch to all applicants, however only those selected for interview will be contacted.