Indigenous Youth Wellness Mentor: Cultural Healing

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

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.