Aide – Traditional Healing Support

Northwest Employment Works; Sioux Lookout; On-site; CAD 43,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental benefits

Pension plan

Relocation assistance

Fitness reimbursement program

Professional development opportunities

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Sioux Lookout First Nations Health Authority (SLFNHA) is seeking an Aide – Traditional Healing Support to join our multidisciplinary team in Sioux Lookout, Ontario. The role supports our Traditional Healing Practitioner and staff in delivering programming and culturally safe care to First Nations communities.

The ideal candidate will bring knowledge of First Nations culture, strong communication, and a commitment to wholistic wellbeing.

Qualifications

• High school graduation or Indigenous studies diploma.
• Ability to communicate in one of the First Nations dialects is preferred.
• Experience in community health or Indigenous services is an asset.
• Minimum 2 years related experience in a relevant role.
• Knowledge of First Nations culture, history and health priorities.

Responsibilities

• Assist Traditional Healing Practitioner and staff in program tasks.
• Support delivery of traditional healing practices and community programs.
• Assist Practitioners, Elders and Medicine People as required.
• Contribute to culturally safe, integrated care as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Accountable to the Manager – Anishinaabewaadizwin.

Skills

Communication skills

First Nations dialects knowledge

Cultural knowledge

Wholistic care approach

Travel flexibility

Education

High school diploma or Indigenous studies diploma

Job description

Internal/External Posting
This posting is to fill a current vacancy
Reference Number: AIDET001639
If applying by email, indicate the reference number in the subject line

Job Type: Full Time Permanent
Location: Sioux Lookout, Ontario
Rate of Pay: Annual wage range $43,304 – $58,166. Hourly wage range $23.794 – $31.959
Application Deadline: Open until filled

Position Summary

The Aide – Traditional Healing Support is an integral member of the team who will assist our Traditional Healing Practitioner and staff in various programming tasks, ensuring smooth and effective delivery of traditional healing practices and community programs. The candidate will have a respectful understanding of First Nations culture and traditions, and the ability to assist Practitioners, Elders and Medicine People as required. As a member of a multidisciplinary health services team, the Traditional Healing Support Aid will work cooperatively and collaboratively with Traditional Healing Practitioner and the Healing and Wellness Coordinator in the delivery of culturally safe, and integrated care.

Accountability
The Aide – Traditional Healing Support is directly accountable to the Manager – Anishinaabewaadizwin.

Qualifications

• Persons of First Nations ancestry will be given preference (OHRC, Part II, Special Employment).
• Ability to communicate in one of the First Nations dialects in the Sioux Lookout Zone is an asset.
• Minimum level of education required is equivalent to high school graduation and/or completion of an Indigenous studies diploma.
• Minimum 2 years related experience is required.
• Knowledge and experience in establishing traditional/cultural and non-traditional networks of support and community resources and services.
• Extensive traditional/cultural knowledge and practice.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Understanding in wholistic approaches to care.
• Knowledge of First Nations culture, history, health priorities, geographic realities and social conditions within First Nations communities.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
• The ability to perform the requirements of the position on a regular basis.
• Must be willing and able to travel (northern, rural and urban areas).
• Must be willing and able to work flexible hours.

Working Conditions

• The position will require working outdoors in various weather conditions, including exposure to both cold and hot temperatures.
• It will require working evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Considerable standing, lifting, pulling, pushing and bending.
• Frequently required to lift up to 20lbs.

About Working with Us

The Sioux Lookout First Nations Health Authority (SLFNHA) serves 33 First Nation communities in the Sioux Lookout region in Ontario, Canada. Mandated by the leadership in these communities, our organization is dedicated to strengthening First Nations by contributing in unique ways to a strong health system for the Anishinabe.

We value respect, relationships, culture, equality and fairness. Sioux Lookout First Nations Health Authority focuses on hiring Indigenous employees whenever possible.

Candidates are encouraged to self-identify on their application. Self-identification is voluntary and the information is used to assist SLFNHA in hiring Indigenous people from the region whenever possible and to support candidates in their application.

We offer competitive and comprehensive employment benefits to Full-Time employees:

• Health and dental benefits
• Competitive time off plans that increase with years of service
• Pension plan & comprehensive insurance coverage
• Fitness reimbursement program
• Professional development opportunities
• Relocation assistance

If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us at:
Human Resource Department
Sioux Lookout First Nations Health Authority
P.O. Box 1300, 61 Queen Street
Sioux Lookout, ON P8T 1B8
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]

No resumes received after application deadline will be accepted.
SLFNHA wishes to thank all applicants in advance.
However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

For additional information regarding the Health Authority, please visit our website at www.slfnha.com

SLFNHA is a proud supporter of Mikinakoos Children's Fund. To find out more, visit www.mikinakoos.com