The Meadow Lake Tribal Council (MLTC) is seeking a Primary Care Nursing Supervisor to provide support to nurses working in the expanded role and assist the Meadow Lake First Nations in planning and coordination of nursing services for primary care locations.

This is a full-time position with the Meadow Lake Tribal Council. The majority of the work takes place in the Meadow Lake First Nations offering primary care nursing services, and at MLTC, with some travel to Prince Albert and Saskatoon.

The position requires an individual with a sound clinical knowledge base and the ability to apply creative and critical thinking in planning and problem solving. The Primary Care Nursing Supervisor will be expected to promote best practices, function independently and contribute to community and MLTC health teams. Well-developed interpersonal skills, a positive attitude and a commitment to primary health care and community development is essential.

To qualify, the candidate must be a registered nurse with a certificate in outpost or primary care nursing or be a licensed nurse practitioner. The ideal candidate will have experience in First Nations, a background in acute care or rural hospital nursing, a minimum of five years of primary care experience and demonstrated supervisory skills. Fluency in the Cree or Dene language is an asset.

Send a cover letter and resume with three references to:

Human Resource Officer, Meadow Lake Tribal Council
8003 Flying Dust First Nation, Meadow Lake, Saskatchewan S9X 1T8
email: bernice.aubichon@mltc.net
Phone: (306) 236-5654 Fax: (306) 236-6301

For more information, please contact: Janet McVicar with MLTC Nursing at (306) 236-5817 or (306) 236-8080 (cell) or email: janet.mcvicar@mltc.net

Deadline for applications is Friday, May 30, 2008.

MLTC Health & Social Development is now accepting applications for a Counselor for Mistahey Musqua Treatment Centre. The philosophy of the Mistahey Musqua Treatment Centre is to promote a healthy addition free lifestyle and to enhance the well being of our First Nation communities by providing holisitic (physical, emotional, mental & spiritual) counseling services in the area of prevention, treatment and aftercare. The Day Counselor is responsible for the care of in-patient clients in the Treatment Centre during his / her shift.

• Must lead a life of sobriety and one free of addictions.

• A Chemical Dependency course or equivalent certified course.

• Knowledge and understanding of the links between alcohol treatment and health issues within the community level.

• Ability to work as a team member.

• Experience with a treatment centre counseling program.

• Knowledge of First Nations culture and values.

• Ability to speak Cree or Dene would be an asset.

• Must have a valid drivers license.

• Must have CPR & First Aid Training.

• Satisfactory Security Clearance.

• Ensure proper care clients.

• Ensures continuity of information between shifts and staff.

• Ensures the client’s safety and security of the building.

• Ensures all the Treatment Centre guidelines and regulation are being met.

• Assisting the daily upkeep and maintenance of the buildings and grounds.

• Performs other duties as directed.

• Providing one to one counselling to clients

• Doing group lectures and discussions.

• Documenting all counselling sessions.

• Recording appropriate information on clients’ file.

• Developing safe plans, follow-up and after care.

• a letter of application,

• resume stating qualifications and related work experience,

• photocopies of degrees and diplomas,

• current criminal record check

• and a list of three current professional references

Human Resource Officer
8003 Flying Dust Reserve
MEADOW LAKE, Saskatchewan
S9X 1T8
e-mail: bernice.aubichon@mltc.net
Phone :(306) 236-5654. Fax: (306) 236-6301

For more information, please contact Dorah Montgrand, Director of Mistahey Musqua Treatment Centre @ 236-5654.

Deadline: Monday, June 2, 2008

• A main focus of this position will be providing support, advice to the MLFNs CHR/Health Promotion workers to achieve best practices in health promotion.

• The primary function of the Health Promotion Coordinator is to provide leadership in the development, design, implementation, coordination and evaluation of health promotion activities.
• Researches and evaluates existing health promotion and education programs that could better used to meet the needs of the communities.

• Baccalaureate Degree in a Health-related discipline (e.g. nursing, social work, OT, etc), and/or
• A Masters or Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university program in health education or social science field.
• 3 – 5 years work experience in community health promotion and education or directly related experience.
• Registered or eligible for registration with the appropriate professional association.
• Experience working in a cross cultural environment would be an asset

Self-sufficient in using computer applications (Work, PowerPoint, Excel)

· Skill in program planning and evaluation

· Skill in using the group process to achieve program objectives

· Ability to take initiative and work both independently and as a team member

Other:

Must possess a valid driver’s license

Provide RCMP Clearance Check

a letter of application,
resume stating qualifications and related work experience,
photocopies of degrees and diplomas,
current criminal record check
and a list of three current professional references

Human Resource Officer
8003 Flying Dust Reserve
MEADOW LAKE, Saskatchewan
S9X 1T8
e-mail: bernice.aubichon@mltc.net
Phone :(306) 236-5654. Fax: (306) 236-6301

For more information, please contact Josette Couillonneur, Assistant Director of Health & Social Development @ 236-5817.

Deadline: Friday, May 23, 2008

Receptionist / Secretary

• Telephone switchboard operation
• Typing, Filing, Incoming & outgoing mail, e-mail, faxes, etc.
• Computer Operations
• Minutes of meetings and follow up
• Other duties as required.

• Certificate /Diploma from a recognized institute and / or several years related work experience in administration.
• Proficiency and experience in computer programs such as Microsoft Office, ie, word, excel, access, outlook.
• Excellent public relationship skills
• Excellent verbal & written communication skills.
• Ability to respond to changing priorities and deadlines.
• Knowledgeable of work ethics.
• Knowledgeable of office procedures.
• Ability to maintain a filing system.
• Ability to work independently.
• The ability to speak Dene or Cree is definitely an asset.
• Occasional travel, therefore, must have a valid driver’s license.

Deadline for application: Monday, June 2, 2008

We sincerely appreciate all applicants for their application, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Thank you for your interest in working for the Meadow Lake Tribal Council.