Support Worker - Treatment

OPEN COMPETITION

The Lac La Ronge Indian Band’s Woodland Wellness Centre is inviting applications for the following positions based out of the Treatment Department in La Ronge, SK:      

Support Worker - Treatment

3 – Permanent Full-Time

The suitable candidate will be able to perform the following duties:

• Welcome participants to the Centre, conduct admission process and provide initial orientation;


• Supervise and direct participants as required, following the WWC policy and procedures;


• Supervise and support participant in their homework and activities;


• Coordinate fire drills and facilitate evacuation drills as needed;


• Maintain sidewalks in the absence of maintenance worker (shoveling and/or snow blowing);


• Be open to supporting participants in First Nations cultural and non-cultural activities which support healing session objectives (eg: smudging, crafts, recreation, videos, cultural activities, drumming);


• Monitor and Document participant administered medications and personal belongings;


• Transport participants to appointments, activities, and meetings in a CVA (sometimes under dangerous road conditions, eg: snow and ice);


• Report and record critical incidents according to Centre policies and procedures;


• Maintain daily activity log, communication book and shift-change reporting;


• Prepare participant related forms and ensure all participant related forms are completed;


• All other work-related duties as assigned by Immediate Supervisor.

The suitable candidate will possess the following qualifications:

• Grade 12 diploma or equivalent;


• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in similar position;


• Knowledge, willingness and understanding of First Nations customs and traditions is an asset;


• Lifestyle choices including sobriety and abstinence from drugs and gaming consistent to the role will be a strong asset;


• Previous experience working in a First Nations health or treatment center environment considered an asset;


• Effective verbal and writing communication skills;


• A positive and professional approach towards participants, fellow staff and public;


• Problem solving/critical thinking skills and Excellent interpersonal skills;


• Must have a Valid Class 5 Driver’s License and own a reliable vehicle;


• Must provide a satisfactory and recent; Criminal Record Check, Vulnerable Sector Check, SGI Driver’s Abstract

Date of Posting: July 18, 2025                        Deadline: Until Suitable Candidate is Found

To apply, please submit a cover letter and resume including three (3) references (excluding Chief and Councilors), one from your most recent/current employer, to the following:

Human Resource Office                                            Phone: 306-425-9109

Woodland Wellness Centre                                        Fax: (306) 425-9108

Box 850                                                                       E-mail: [email protected]

Air Ronge, SK. S0J 3G0                                             Website : https://llrib.com/llrib-jobs/   

NOTE: Please be advised applications received without the proper documentation shall not be considered. In the cover letter, please indicate permission to contact references. Your references MUST be people who you reported to and had direct supervisory authority over you. Also, please provide your Criminal Record/Vulnerable Sector Check and Driver’s Abstract with your application.

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  Telephone interviews will not be granted. However, an interview via Teams may be granted.


• Since this position is engaged primarily in serving the interests of Aboriginal people, Lac La Ronge Indian Band shall give preference to Aboriginal people who possess the requisite skill sets and experience