Indefinite full-time position, with a six (6)-month probationary period
Under the Supervision of the Team Leader of Primary Prevention, the Prevention Worker- Prevention is responsible to facilitate, plan and prepare prevention programming, coordinating of training and prevention services within the KSCS Continuum of Care while meeting the needs based on the Community Health Plan and the KSCS Strategic Plan. The incumbent is responsible to independently apply learned skills, knowledge and practical experience to semi-routine tasks associated with the job family using established practices and standard procedures to complete assignments. Facilitates the service delivery of prevention programs. The Prevention worker is part of a team that provides life skills information and referral support to individual clients or groups as awareness, promotion and educational activities in areas such as Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder, Sex and Sexuality, Suicide Prevention, Parenting, Addictions, Abuse, Violence, and Life skills development. Facilitates access to community and professional resources. Plans, researches, coordinates and facilitates workshops and activities geared at various target groups. May be required to develop and submit funding proposals. Decisions based on independent judgment, requiring further investigation & evaluation; within generally defined parameters. Alters approach or recommends procedural changes. Decisions generally accepted as accurate & sound. Seeks consultation/guidance as needed.
Assists in the development, planning and implementation of Prevention programming.
➢ Identifies, researches, plans, and develops program plans for
implementation of Prevention services and initiatives, including
identified special projects.
➢ Develops funding proposals and projects that will enhance service
delivery within the KSCS continuum of care and in alignment with
the Community Health Plan and the KSCS Strategic Framework.
➢ Develops an annual work plan in conjunction with the team and in
alignment with a multi-disciplinary approach.
➢ Participates in Organizational meetings as required.
➢ Provides coverage to other prevention programs to ensure
uninterrupted service delivery.
Facilitates the service delivery in alignment with the
Prevention framework.
➢ Reviews, researches and establishes prevention
projects/programming as it applies to current trends in the
community.
➢ Identifies, develops, and communicates programs to address the
needs of the community.
➢ Establishes budgetary needs in relation to projects/programs.
➢ Plans, coordinates and facilitates workshops, trainings, activities.
➢ Assist in the facilitation of groups with a multi-disciplinary focus.
➢ Ensures collaboration using a multi-disciplinary approach with other
related services and workers.
➢ Provides clients & staff with information/support related to
applicable topics.
➢ Coordinates prevention information and education sessions in
collaboration with external partners.
Promote prevention programming and initiatives.
➢ Ensures appropriate resource allocation and collaboration with
internal/external partners.
➢ Develops and maintains a resource network.
➢ Promotes programming and activities with the community using all
the media available in Kahnawà:ke.
➢ Assists in the development of various public relations materials and
participates in public relations activities.
➢ Acts as KSCS representative regarding programs.
➢ Develops and expands services that are relative and responsive to
community needs.
➢ Promotes and encourages a sense of community responsibility
through participation in community activities and events.
➢ Visits various community locations and creates sessions to provide
prevention information.
Meets reporting requirements of prevention programming
➢ Assists with the evaluation of each prevention activity as part of the
overall reporting process.
➢ Develops tools that will help to evaluate service delivery and
maintains a database on projects and activities.
➢ Assists with identifying recommendations to enhance program
delivery.
➢ Prepares, writes and submits evaluations and reports on all
projects/activities as required.
➢ Identifies special projects, people that would enhance existing
services or promote projects or the program. This includes:
community, regional, and national levels.
Performs any other job-related duties as may be required by the immediate supervisor
➢ Bachelor’s Degree in a human services field with one (1) to three
(3) years of previous work experience in a social service
environment or in a support capacity.
Or
DEC/ Certificate in related field with three (3) to (5) years of
experience in a social service environment or in a support
capacity.
Or
➢ Minimum High School with five (5) to ten (10) years or more
related work experience and/or training may be considered.
➢ Knowledge of culture, traditions, and social issues of Kahnawake
Community.
➢ Knowledge of a trauma informed approach.
➢ Strong skills in program planning, implementation, presentation,
evaluation/report writing.
➢ Strong time management skills with ability to meet deadlines.
➢ Strong interpersonal skills.
➢ Strong conflict resolution skills.
➢ Strong communication skills (listening, writing, speaking,
presenting).
➢ Ability to work under pressure and be flexible to team needs.
➢ Ability to work in a team setting and/or independently.
➢ Ability to organize projects and collaborate with co-workers.
➢ Ability to take initiative and follow up on tasks.
➢ Ability to facilitate small groups.
➢ Experience in delivering workshops.
➢ Ability to maintain positive relationships with all partners.
➢ Ability to work with varied populations (children to adult).
➢ Experience in networking with other organizations and
individuals.
➢ Knowledge of computer programs (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.).
➢ A valid Quebec driver’s license and access to a vehicle.
➢ Ability to work some overtime, flexible hours, including evenings,
overnights and weekends as needed.
➢ Lifestyle must reflect that of a positive role model.
Assets
➢ Knowledge of Kanien’keha language.
Type of Schedule: ➢ Regular work week, moderate flex required.
Stress Factor: ➢ Moderate stress (some periods of high stress).
Deadlines: ➢ Some tight deadlines (unplanned).
Kahnawake Shakotiia’takehnhas Community Services
PO BOX 1440
Kahnawake, Quebec
J0L1B0
humanresources@kscskahnawake.ca
