1381:Biimaadiziwen Wiidookaagewinini Coordinator

Northwest Employment Works; Northwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in community services is seeking a Coordinator to oversee cultural programming aimed at promoting wellness among children and families. The position requires a blend of post-secondary education, cultural expertise, and flexibility to travel within the District. Benefits include a competitive salary, pension plan, and emphasis on work-life balance.

Benefits

OMERS Pension plan

Generous paid vacation time

Optional Flexible schedule

Comprehensive benefit plan

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years experience in cultural programming for children and families.
• Must have a valid Class 'G' Driver’s license and personal vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and deliver cultural programming to communities.
• Ensure compliance with the Child and Family Services Act and Mental Health Act.

Skills

Cultural programming experience

Ability to work flexible hours

Traditional knowledge

Education

Post-secondary education in Native Studies or Human Services

Job description

Why should YOU choose Dilico?

• Optional Hybrid work schedule
• Optional Flexible schedule to support work-life balance
• OMERS Pension plan available to all employees
• Competitive salaries
• Generous paid vacation time
• Paid time off at Christmas above paid vacation time
• EFAP available to all employees and their families
• Benefit plan that includes dental, healthcare, and vision services
• A chance to make a difference in the community

Position Overview:

Under the direction of the Manager of Biimaadiziwen Wiidookaagewinini, the Coordinator is responsible for the coordination and delivery of cultural programming to Child Welfare, Mental Health and the District communities.

This position maintains flexible hours with travel to the District when required. Activities are conducted in accordance with the Child and Family Services Act, the Mental Health Act, and Dilico’s Policies and Procedures.

Biimaadiziwen Wiidookaagewinini will bring a variety of programming within Dilico that focuses on Anishinaabek traditional cultural-based healing that promotes the individual, family and community wellness.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Minimum post-secondary education; preference in area of Native Studies or related Human Services diploma with a minimum 3 years experience in Cultural programming for children and their families. A combination of skills, education and life learning specific to traditional knowledge may be considered.
• Required to work flexible hours to meet service requirements.
• Must havethe ability to work shift work, flexible hours.
• A valid Class “G” Driver’s license, access to a reliable personal vehicle, and $1,000,000 liability vehicle insurance.
• A current criminal and vulnerable records check (within 6 months).

Hours of Work:35 hours per week

Please apply directly athttps://www.dilico.com/careers/

Only those considered for an interview will be contacted.

Dilico is committed to diversity in the workplace and encourages applications from all qualified candidates.

Dilico gives preference to Anishinabek people.