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Hostel Worker

by October 2, 2024

1-Part Time/multiple casual positions

We provide primary health care through a range of options including prevention, assessment,
diagnosis and treatment. Our team includes health professionals, educators and support workers
representing both traditional Indigenous and contemporary models of care, and uses wholistic
health and community development concepts.
This is a part time position involving shift work, including weekends. The hostel operates 24/7 and
provides a supportive environment for clients and family members requiring overnight
accommodations; while accessing health care services in Kenora. Maintaining cleanliness of the
facility is a requirement of the position. The position may also involve client and family crisis, and
facilitating access to other WNHAC or community resources.
NOTE: Indigenous traditional practices involving burning sacred medicines including
tobacco, sweetgrass, sage and cedar and other cultural protocols occur regularly within our
work setting.

QUALIFICATIONS:
 minimum OSSD or equivalent; some experience working in the health care field an asset
 sound understanding of Indigenous culture, values, and perspectives;
 experience working in an Indigenous organization; ability to understand and speak
Anishinaabemowin is a definite asset
 good oral and written communication skills (including computer skills)
 good interpersonal skills to deal effectively with a wide variety of people
 ability and willingness to work shift hours and weekends
 current criminal/vulnerable person’s records check
 commitment to ongoing training and professional development relevant to job
requirements
 positive attitude and capacity to act as a healthy lifestyle role model

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Thursday, October 17, 2024

Please send resume with covering letter and three references, to:
Hostel Worker Position
Email: hrteam@wnhac.org
Website: WNHAC.org
Fax: (807) 467-8341
Phone: (888) MYWNHAC

We thank all applicants for their interest in this position; however, please note only those selected for an
interview will be contacted. As an Indigenous employer we encourage First Nations, Inuit, and Metis
applicants to apply.

To apply for this job email your details to HRteam@wnhac.org

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