Male Cultural Support Worker

Onion Lake Health Board Inc.; Onion Lake; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Onion Lake Health Board Inc. seeks a Male Cultural Support Worker to uphold Onion Lake Cree Nation traditional protocols while supporting healing and wellness for members.

The role acts as a traditional liaison and advocate for individuals and families, coordinating referrals and documenting client contacts. The position requires a Grade 12 Diploma and knowledge of local protocols; ASIST, CISM, and Mental Health First Aid training are assets.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 Diploma or GED required.
• Mentored, trained, and recognized by Traditional Elders in the field of Oskapewis; At least 2 years working as Oskapewis.
• Knowledge of Onion Lake Cree Nation Traditional Protocols, practices, and ceremonies.
• Excellent communication/people skills.
• Training in ASIST, CISM, and Mental Health First Aid an asset.

Responsibilities

• Function as a traditional liaison and advocate for individuals and families.
• Respond to referrals for traditional programming and complete client contact recordings as directed.
• Engage with community (CSPs/Elders) when referrals are made.
• Ensure access to traditional/cultural ceremonies for healing and wellness.
• Monitor and order traditional supplies for individuals and families.
• Maintain relationships with partnering agencies, schools, programs and services.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Cultural sensitivity

Community leadership

Education

Grade 12 Diploma/GED

Job description

Male Cultural Support WorkerDescriptionThe Cultural Support Worker will ensure that traditional protocols of Onion Lake Cree Nation are followed when assisting in the traditional aspects of service delivery to our members. The cultural support worker will always conduct themselves in an ethical manner, ensuring the prompt timely delivery of services.Responsibilities• Function as a traditional liaison and advocate for individuals, and families. • Respond to referrals for traditional programming. Complete all client contact recordings as directed. • Engage and work with community (CSP’s/Elders) when referrals are made. • Ensure that individuals and families have access to the traditional/cultural ceremonies as part of their healing and wellness. • Responsible for monitoring and ordering traditional supplies provided to individuals and families. • Maintain open and collateral relationships with partnering agencies, schools, programs, and services both within and outside of the community. • Ensure that the highest quality of traditional services is provided to all clientele and the community. • Prepare relevant monthly reports and documentation requested by the Onion Lake Healing and Wellness Program Manager and Supervisor. • Ensure that all traditional ceremonies for clients are ready and prepared. • Attend family circles, case conferences as requested by Supervisor. • Provides presentations on traditional teachings following Onion Lake Cree Nation protocols to our clients and community members.Qualifications• Grade 12 Diploma/GED. • Mentored, trained, and recognized by Traditional Elders in the field of Oskapewis; At least 2 years working as Oskapewis. • Knowledge of the Onion Lake Cree Nation Traditional Protocols, practices, and ceremonies. • Excellent communication/people skills. • Training in ASIST, CISM, and Mental Health First Aid an asset.Contacts**DEADLINE DATE: September 8, 2026** Only qualified applicants will be contacted for an interview. Interested applicants, who meet the qualifications as listed above, must submit: 1. Cover letter 2. Current resume with dates specified 3. LIST of three current references with phone numbers 4. Vulnerable Sector Check/Clear Criminal Record Check 5. Drivers Abstract **Attention to:**Human Resources Officer Phone: [phone] ext. 2275Fax: [phone] E-Mail: [e-mail]: PO Box 70 Onion Lake, SK S0M 2E0Hiring organizationEmployment TypeFull-time