The First Nations Health Consortium Ltd. of Alberta (FNHC) is looking to hire an Indigenous Access Worker.
This position is the first point of contact for families and service providers seeking supports to meet a child’s needs.
An Access Worker listens, asks questions and gathers important information from a caller and connects the family to FNHC Regional Service Coordinators, Support Services Team, or other resources, as appropriate.
Working to uphold Jordan's Principle, the Consortium provides a 'service coordination' role in Alberta for all First Nation children living on or off reserve and serves as the link between any First Nation child and the service or program need for the child.
Summary of Key Responsibilities
- This position would be best suited to individuals who have experience with First Nations organizations and communities.
- Strong communication skills and demonstrated self-motivation.
- Data collection is also a key expectation in this role. You will be required to input statistical information accurately and efficiently into a database. Data is rigorously evaluated, and all Access Workers are expected to ensure the quality, consistency and integrity of all data collection.
- Proficient with using technology (laptops, database, pdfs, outlook, etc.)
- File Development: Creating and maintaining electronic records, databases and files, ensuring information is secure and confidentiality and privacy are maintained.
- Provide administrative support
- Cross-train in other departments within our organization
- Other duties as required
Minimum Qualifications
- 2 or more years’ experience in a similar and/or administrative role
- Administration and/or Business certificate/diploma
- Experience working with First Nations Communities and Members with demonstrated cultural knowledge
- Criminal Record Check, Child Welfare Check and Vulnerable Sector Check required.
- Confirmation of COVID Vaccinations
Closing Date: This posting will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.
Applicants are thanked in advance for their interest, however only those selected for consideration/interview will be contacted.