Indigenous Women’s Support Worker — Life Skills & Healing

Beendigen; Northwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An Indigenous crisis support organization in Northwestern Ontario is seeking a Memengwaa Support Worker to assist tenants in living violence-free lives. This full-time role involves providing life skills education and cultural programming. Candidates should have a Social Services background and experience in Indigenous settings. A valid Ontario driver’s license and First Aid Certification are necessary. Competitive salary and benefits are provided.

Benefits

Flexible work hours

Health benefits

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Must have excellent communication skills both verbally and in writing.
• Knowledge of Indigenous culture, tradition, and language is essential.
• Experience in delivering life skills education and group facilitation is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist transition home tenants in living a life free of violence.
• Provide daily life skills education and cultural programming.
• Facilitate group activities and workshops for personal development.

Skills

Social Services education or relevant experience

Excellent written and oral communication

Knowledge of Indigenous culture

Experience in facilitating cultural programming

Commitment to Violence Against Women sector

Education

Social Services Diploma or comparable diploma

Job description

An Indigenous crisis support organization in Northwestern Ontario is seeking a Memengwaa Support Worker to assist tenants in living violence-free lives. This full-time role involves providing life skills education and cultural programming. Candidates should have a Social Services background and experience in Indigenous settings. A valid Ontario driver’s license and First Aid Certification are necessary. Competitive salary and benefits are provided.