SUMMARY OF THE POSITIONPerson 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. REQUIREMENTSEducation:• Must have a diploma of college studies in social work techniques or social service techniques or another appropriate specialization such as in the field of drug and alcohol prevention from a school recognized by the Ministère de l’Éducation, du Loisir et du Sport;• This job title also includes those who, after acquiring relevant experience, have a certificate of college studies in social work techniques or social service techniques;• Applicants with an attestation of college studies in Educators in Native Childcare Services or Special Needs Education aboriginal and Inuit children may be considered. Knowledge and Abilities:• Knowledge of Social issues within the community is an asset; • Ability to communicate with groups and individuals;• Interest to work in multidisciplinary teams:• Initiative, dynamism and a sense of responsibility;• Proper knowledge of the community social environment;• Knowledge of Cree culture and social/health issues in Eeyou Istchee;• Knowledge of Eenou/Eeyou Pimaatsiiun healing practices and paradigms is an asset;• Ability to communicate with people, to run interviews and to establish and maintain a "helping relationship with beneficiaries";• Ability to work in collaboration with CMC community workers, NNADAP workers and other medical social services staff and organisms within and outside the community;• Demonstrated skills in counselling and ability to work in crisis situations;• Must be sensitive and knowledgeable of drug and Alcohol Addiction issues;• Excellent clinical judgement;• Must show initiative, be dynamic, exhibit responsibility and professionalism. Language:• Fluent in Cree and English;• French is an asset. Others:• This position includes on-call periods.