Cultural Wellness Mentor

Dilico-Anishinabek-Family-Care; Thunder Bay; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

OMERS Pension

Paid vacation

Christmas time off

EFAP

Benefits package (dental/health/vision

Community impact

Job summary

Dilico Anishinabek Family Care in Thunder Bay, ON, is seeking a Cultural Wellness Mentor to provide daily traditional healing, guidance, teachings, sacred circles and ceremonies for youth and families. This on-site role collaborates with the clinical team to deliver culturally aligned services in high priority neighborhoods.

The ideal candidate has Anishinabe heritage, experience in youth cultural programming, and a post-secondary qualification in Native Studies or related Human Services.

Qualifications

• Minimum post-secondary education; preference in Native Studies or related Human Services diploma with a minimum 3 years' experience in Cultural programming for youth.
• An individual who is of Anishinabe ancestry with understanding, practice and sharing of Anishinabe history, culture, traditions, ceremonies and values is preferred.
• Preferred (3-5) three to five years' experience in Human Services involving developing and delivering of Cultural programming for youth.
• Experience in the field of mental health and addictions as it relates to the Anishinabek, experience in provision of individual and group-based treatment services.
• Candidates without the specific education qualifications but with appropriate experience will be considered.
• Satisfactory Criminal Records Search; including a Vulnerable Sector Search.
• Ability to work flexible hours as determined by the Adult Transitional Housing Services Manager.
• Must possess a Class 'G' Driver's Licence and have access to a personal vehicle.
• A valid Standard First Aid/CPR Certificate is recommended.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily traditional healing, guidance, teachings, sacred circles and traditional ceremonies for children/youth/families.
• Collaborate with the clinical team to align program delivery with Dilico Anishinabek Family Care philosophy and goals.

Skills

Cultural programming for youth

Anishinabe heritage understanding

Flexible hours availability

Driver's Licence

Education

Native Studies or related Human Services diploma

Job description

• Optional Flexible schedule to support work-life balance
• OMERS Pension plan available to all employees
• Generous paid vacation time for Permanent employees
• 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 for Permanent employees
• A chance to make a difference in the community

Positions Available: 1 – Full Time Position

Position Location: Thunder Bay, ON (this position is not remote)

Competition #: 1680

Position Overview:

Under the direction of the Youth Addictions Services Manager, the Cultural Wellness Mentor will provide daily traditional healing, guidance, teachings, sacred circles and traditional ceremonies for children/youth/families accessing Youth Addictions Services on-site or off-site and in high priority neighborhood locations or settings. The Cultural Wellness Mentor is responsible to work collaboratively with the clinical team to ensure program delivery is consistent with the philosophy, approach, goals and learning environment established by Dilico Anishinabek Family Care, which will ensure the cultural, social, emotional and physical wellbeing of children/youth and their families.

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 youth. A combination of skills, education and life learning specific to traditional knowledge may be considered.
• An individual who is of Anishinabe ancestry with understanding, practice and sharing of Anishinabe history, culture, traditions, ceremonies and values is preferred.
• Preferred (3-5) three to five years' experience in Human Services involving developing and delivering of Cultural programming for youth.
• Experience in the field of mental health and addictions as it relates to the Anishinabek, experience in provision of individual and group-based treatment services.
• Candidates without the specific education qualifications and where the position does not require certified qualification to practice, but who possess an appropriate combination of experience and other academic qualifications will also be considered.
• satisfactory Criminal Records Search; including a Vulnerable Sector Search;
• ability to work flexible hours as determined by the Adult Transitional Housing Services Manager in relation to service requirements;
• must posses a Class "G" Driver's Licence and have access to a personal vehicle;
• a valid Standard First Aid/CPR Certificate is recommended.
• must complete a medical and receive the required immunizations as recommended by the local medical officer of health;

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.

Dilico Anishinabek Family Care

200 Anemki Place | Fort William First Nation | ON | P7J1L6

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Youth Addictions Services - Cultural Wellness Mentor - Job Description.pdf