Cultural Wellness Mentor

Mental Health and Addictions
CULTURAL WELLNESS MENTOR
Assessment Brief Treatment Services
2-Permanent Full-time, Thunder Bay
Closing Date:  July 14, 2016 @ 3:00 p.m.

The Cultural Wellness Mentor will provide daily traditional healing, guidance, teachings, sacred circles and traditional ceremonies for children/youth/families while at the ABTRS.  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 children and their families. 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; 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.

Hours of Work:   35 hours per week

Must have: The ability to work flexible hours; a valid Class “G” Driver’s License; access to a reliable, personal vehicle; $1,000,000 liability vehicle insurance; satisfactory Criminal Records Search; must possess a valid Standard First Aid/CPR Certificate or be willing to obtain one; ability to work flexible hours as determined by the Residential Services Manager or designate in relation to service requirements; must complete a medical and receive the required immunizations as recommended by the local medical officer of health; must participate in cultural, social, recreational program activities

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Please forward cover letter, resume and employment application to:

Recruitment
Dilico Anishinabek Family Care
200 Anemki Place
Fort William First Nation, ON   P7J 1L6
Telephone: (807) 623-8511
Email:recruitment@dilico.com

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.