128R2-26-3 Cultural Advisor

Six Nations; Ohsweken; On-site; CAD 47,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

The Cultural Advisor, contracted through Six Nations of the Grand River and Grand River Employment & Training (GREAT), reports to the Crisis Hub manager. This role develops and delivers culturally safe services aligned with Hodinohshoni beliefs, building resources and programming to preserve Hodinohshoni traditions and identity among clients and staff.

Evening hours 12:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m., 37.5 hours weekly. Applicants must bring Indigenous studies background and strong crisis support experience

Qualifications

• Post-Secondary degree or diploma in Indigenous studies and five (5) years’ experience working in cultural preservation OR a minimum of eight (8) years’ experience working in cultural preservation.
• Must have working knowledge of Cayuga and/or Mohawk languages.
• Experience in supporting those in crisis situations.
• Knowledge of the Six Nations community dynamics.
• Hodinohshoni ancestry with understanding, practice and sharing of Hodinohshoni history and values.
• Commitment to Hodinohshoni culture and practices.
• Knowledge of Hodinohshoni health and wellness concepts.
• Possess a valid Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Provides relevant, competent cultural support services to the Crisis Hub team, and to the Well-Being Programs when available or needed.
• Provide intensive short-term support, crisis intervention and service coordination as a walk-in, or mobile in the community.
• Balance the application of professional and clinical practices with the Hodinohshoni culture and values as foundation.
• Show compassion, empathy, and responsiveness while understanding the impact each different crisis situation has on clients.

Skills

Cayuga language

Mohawk language

Crisis intervention

Cultural mediation

Education

Indigenous studies degree/diploma

Job description

Applications will be received by Six Nations of the Grand River and Grand River Employment & Training (GREAT) up until 4:00 p.m. EST, Wednesday, October 14, 2026, for the Cultural Advisor with Mental Wellness, Wellbeing. The Six Nations of the Grand River Application for Employment Form, Job Posting and Job Description are available for printing from the www.greatsn.com website. Online applications accepted through My Job Search . NO LATE APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED.

Applicants from Six Nations and other First Nations will be given preference to deliver programs and services in a First Nations community.

JOB SUMMARY

The Cultural Advisor reports to and works under supervision of the Crisis Hub manager.

The Cultural Advisor acts as a primary resource to the Crisis Hub staff in its development and enhancement of the provision of services that correspond with Ogwanohgwatrae:’ Tseh Niyogwai:ho`de` (Our Hodinohshoni Beliefs). The Cultural Advisor thereby supports consistent, culturally safe service delivery and crisis response. The Cultural Advisor ensures the appropriate development of cultural resources and delivery of cultural programming to facilitate preservation and promotion of traditional Hodinohshoni practices, thereby enhancing a positive and strong cultural identity among clients and staff.

Type

Contract (Up to March 31, 2028)

Closing Date

October 14, 2026

Hours of Work

37.5 hours (12:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.)

Wage

$34.73 - $43.41/hr

*A competitive compensation package will be offered commensurate with qualifications. *

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Post-Secondary degree or diploma in Indigenous studies and five (5) years’ experience working in cultural preservation OR a minimum of eight (8) years’ experience working in cultural preservation
• Must have working knowledge of Cayuga and/or Mohawk languages and possess an ability to communicate with diverse cultural and educational backgrounds
• Experience in supporting those in crisis situations
• Knowledge of the unique social dynamics of the Six Nations of the Grand River
• Hodinohshoni ancestry with understanding, practice and sharing of Hodinohshoni history, culture, traditions, ceremonies, principles and values
• Demonstrated commitment to the culture and community by providing services in ways that respect Hodinohshoni culture and practices
• Knowledge of Hodinohshoni concepts of health and wellness
• Possess a valid Driver’s License

Cultural Advisor – Contract (Up to March 31, 2028) – 128R2-26-3

c/o Reception Desk

Grand River Employment & Training (GREAT)

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP

Reports to and works under the supervision of the Crisis Hub manager.

PURPOSE & SCOPE OF THE POSITION

The Cultural Advisor acts as a primary resource to the Crisis Hub staff in its development and enhancement of the provision of services that correspond with Ogwanohgwatrae:’ Tseh Niyogwai:ho`de` (Our Hodinohshoni Beliefs). The Cultural Advisor thereby supports consistent, culturally safe service delivery and crisis response. The Cultural Advisor ensures the appropriate development of cultural resources and delivery of cultural programming to facilitate preservation and promotion of traditional Hodinohshoni practices, thereby enhancing a positive and strong cultural identity among clients and staff.

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Technical Functions

• Provides relevant, competent cultural support services to the Crisis Hub team, and to the Well-Being Programs when available or needed.
• Provide intensive short-term support, crisis intervention and service coordination as a walk-in, or mobile in the community.
• Seek to balance the application of professional and clinical practices with the traditional Hodi:noshoni: culture and values as foundation.
• Show compassion, empathy, and responsiveness while understanding the impact each different crisis situation has on