Kwanlin Dun is looking for Auxiliary on-call Outreach Support Workers to work in our Health and Wellness Department Outreach Services team. The ideal candidate understands the importance of providing compassionate, culturally safe support. They will help clients understand available services, provide education, make appropriate referrals, and connect individuals and families with the resources that best meet their needs. By building trusting relationships and supporting community wellness, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of Kwanlin Dün First Nation community members.
Required Qualifications (what we screen/look for on your resume): An equivalent combination of post-secondary education, combined with significant current/lived experience in the areas identified below, will equally be considered.
- Basic education in the social sciences and/or addictions field gained through certificate or diploma level course work;
- Two years experience in providing outreach and supportive services for community health or social services programs;
- Knowledge of the socio-economic history of Yukon First Nations and the history of residential schools in the Yukon, and the intergenerational impacts of residential schools on individuals, families and communities;
- Lived experience is equally considered with a strong understanding of healing and wellness journey;
Knowledge and skills (what we may assess/interview on):
- Basic charting or documentation skills.
- Ability to operate a variety of equipment both household and office, including cell phone, facsimile, computer, calculator and photocopier.
- Good time management and organizational skills
- Ability to maintain strict confidentiality
- Demonstrated skill in program planning and support
- Knowledge of harm reduction principles and the ability to apply them in practice.
- Ability to collaborate with the multi-disciplinary team in the circle of care model.
Knowledge of Yukon First Nations history within formalized education systems, residential schools and on-going intergenerational effects specific to education and social programming is an asset. Familiarity with Kwanlin Dün First Nation history, culture, goals and aspirations is required for success in the role.
Conditions of Employment: First Aid & CPR-C (or willingness to obtain within six months of employment); Food Safe Level (or willingness to obtain within six months of employment); Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Clearance; Valid Class 5 Drivers License and annually maintain an acceptable Driver’s Abstract (Class 4 is an asset); TB Clearance; Immunization record;
*KDFN has generous employer-paid benefits and a matching pension package that commences after 3 months of continued employment plus paid leave accruals.
- Please submit your resume and cover letter to: Human Resources via email to resume@kdfn.net or in person to 35 McIntyre Drive.
- Kwanlin Dun First Nation citizens/members who would like help with writing or updating your resume, please contact House of Learning.
- If you have questions about the recruitment process, please contact resume@KDFN.net.
For a full job description, please click here: https://www.kwanlindun.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Outreach-Support-Worker-Sept2022.pdf
We thank all those who apply however only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
Kwanlin Dün First Nation (KDFN) hiring preference policy is in effect.
Failure to identify this on your resume may prevent you from being considered further.
Note: An eligibility list may be established and maintained on file for 1-year from the date of creation.
To apply for this job email your details to resume@kdfn.net
