FORT ALBANY FIRST NATION

ADMINISTRATION OFFICE

13 SCHOOL ROAD, BOX 1

FORT ALBANY, ON

P0L 1H0

TELEPHONE: (705) 278-1044                                                                         FAX: (705) 278-1193

Internal/External Employment Opportunity

4 Positions      Crisis Worker                                                     Term: 1 Year Fixed/Full Time

Department:  Fort Albany Women’s Shelter                               Location: Timmins, ON

Salary Range: TBD                                                                            Hours:  TBD            

Posting Date: December 12, 2025                                    Closing Date: December 19, 2025

Position Summary:

Under the guidance of the Shelter Supervisor and through active team participation, the Crisis Worker will be responsible for providing assistance, support and direct supervision of women and children in who are admitted to the shelter. The Crisis worker will provide these women and children with a warm, safe and caring environment safety and security. FAFN provides competitive benefits and contributions to Canada Life Pension Plan.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Providing a quick response to urgent situations that arise.
• Providing intervention and short-term support to individuals experiencing domestic violence
• Communicating and coordinating relevant information with agency staff.
• Securing emergency housing (when appropriate).
• Facilitating early linkage with Internal Programs or other agencies.
• Maintaining regular contact with commonly accessed organizations
• Must be willing to work flexible hours and within a variety of settings as required

Skills Required

• Minimum Grade 10 or any experience in the social sector / volunteer work.
• The candidate will work with other professionals using strong problem solving and communication skills.

• Crisis or Suicide Intervention training is an asset;
• CPR training;
• Extensive knowledge of the support/treatment services network in the community and of regional services commonly accessed by the program;
• Proficiency in Cree is an asset

Interested applicants, please submit your CPIC,  cover letter and resume to:

Human Resources Department

Fort Albany First Nation

Box 1

Fort Albany, ON P0L 1H0

Or fax: (705) 278-1193

email: hr.admin@fortalbany@fortalbany.ca or faws@fortalbany.ca