COMMUNITY WORKER (2375) at CBHSSJB

SUMMARY OF THE POSITION
Person who participates in identifying the needs of the population and uses the appropriate techniques to implement the various community action programs. She/he acts as a resource person for community groups.

SPECIFIC FUNCTIONS:
The National Native Alcohol & Drug Addiction Program (NNADAP) worker develops and runs prevention, intervention and aftercare services and activities that aim to reduce or prevent alcohol and drug addiction in Eeyou Istchee. More specifically:
• Helps individuals and families that may be struggling with substance use by establishing and running education, awareness and prevention initiatives;
• Collaborates with regional and local partners to reduce substance abuse and dependencies, and thereby contribute to the well-being of Cree individuals, families, and communities;
• Organizes, coordinates and implements a range of prevention, intervention and aftercare activities that are suited for the indiv...