Term Full-Time (ASAP to March 31, 2026)
Salary: Level 7 – $79,558.30 – $93,071.95
Robust Benefits Package
Location: Haines Junction
Job Summary:
The Champagne and Aishihik First Nations (CAFN) Department of Education is committed to assisting and supporting elementary and secondary students and their families throughout their educational journey. This position involves supporting Dunèna (children) while also promoting healthy activities and a Dän K’e way of life.
Reporting to the Education Manager, the Dunèna Wellness Support Worker is responsible for connecting students and families with resources and supports they need to be successful in school, addressing barriers to school attendance, and supporting student social and emotional well-being. This position also supports the mental health and well-being of student’s in collaboration with their families, the CAFN Education Support Worker (ESW), CAFN departments, and other organizations.
Education and Experience
Grade 12 with at least a one-year successful completion of post-secondary training in child and youth care, education or child development, with experience in delivering educational and social emotional programs with First Nations students, or an equivalent combination or training or experience. Trauma-informed and whole child approach training and experience would be an asset.
Conditions of Employment:
- A valid Yukon Class 5 driver’s license; A Class 4 driver’s license would be an asset.
- Vulnerable sector check
- Valid First Aid Certificate or willing to obtain
- Willingness to work evenings and/or weekends, as required
- Provide supports outside of school hours if required.
- Must be able to work within regular working hours. These hours can also change on a regular basis if need be.
- Extended workdays may be required to accomplish tasks and meet workload demands during peak periods, as directed
- Mandatory confidentiality is a condition of employment for all CAFN personnel
- All Champagne and Aishihik First Nations employees are expected to conduct their duties in a harmonious and cooperative manner intended to enhance the First Nations efforts to build a strong and prosperous Government.
CAFN is an equal opportunity employer, however, qualified CAFN Citizens will be given priority and underfills may be considered. Please self-identify in your cover letter or resume. Please note that selection for further consideration will be based solely on the information you provide in your resume. We thank all those who apply but only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
Temporary Assignments may be considered. Please ensure you have supervisor approval before applying.
An eligibility list will be created from this posting.
Job description:JD_Dunena Wellness Support Worker_March 2025
Deadline: Open Until-Filled
Send current resume and supporting documents to:
Megan MacKellar
Human Resources Officer
Phone: (867) 634-4200 ext. 245