Back to Job Board
Ehkinoomaagejig (Traditional Knowledge Teacher/Keeper)
Sault Ste. Marie
Social Services
POSTED:
13 months ago
Employer:
Nogdawindamin Family and Community Services
ES Job ID:
14054
Closing Date:
April 03, 2023
Duration:
Full Time
,
Temporary
Job Description:
NOGDAWINDAMIN Family and Community Services, a designated Indigenous Child Welfare Agency under the Child Youth and Family Services Act serving member First Nations situated between Sault Ste. Marie and Sudbury is seeking to hire a FULL-TIME CONTRACT TO MARCH 31, 2024
EHKINOOMAAGEJIG (TRADITIONAL KNOWLEDGE TEACHER/KEEPER)
LOCATION: SAULT STE. MARIE
Salary Range: $54,223.00 to $66,605.00
Proposed Interview Date: April 10, 2023
Reporting to the Cultural Services Supervisor, the Ehkinoomaagejig (Traditional Knowledge Teacher/Keeper) is responsible for providing direct and indirect cultural services to the Agency, Board of Directors and staff in order to develop and enhance the cultural service practice of the Agency. The
Ehkinoomaagejig (Traditional Knowledge Teacher/Keeper) will develop and deliver locally accepted cultural practices for the Agency in consultation with community Elders and cultural practitioners to facilitate preservation and promotion of traditional practices within member First Nations to enhance positive and strong cultural identity.
EHKINOOMAAGEJIG (TRADITIONAL KNOWLEDGE TEACHER/KEEPER)
LOCATION: SAULT STE. MARIE
Salary Range: $54,223.00 to $66,605.00
Proposed Interview Date: April 10, 2023
Reporting to the Cultural Services Supervisor, the Ehkinoomaagejig (Traditional Knowledge Teacher/Keeper) is responsible for providing direct and indirect cultural services to the Agency, Board of Directors and staff in order to develop and enhance the cultural service practice of the Agency. The
Ehkinoomaagejig (Traditional Knowledge Teacher/Keeper) will develop and deliver locally accepted cultural practices for the Agency in consultation with community Elders and cultural practitioners to facilitate preservation and promotion of traditional practices within member First Nations to enhance positive and strong cultural identity.
Required Skills:
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Social Work or Native Studies Degree is preferred
- Post-Secondary Diploma in Social Services or Native Studies will be considered
- Three (3) years' experience in a Social Services organization developing and delivering cultural programs and services
- Experience working with Indigenous people, organizations and communities
- Bachelor of Social Work or Native Studies Degree is preferred
- Post-Secondary Diploma in Social Services or Native Studies will be considered
- Three (3) years' experience in a Social Services organization developing and delivering cultural programs and services
- Experience working with Indigenous people, organizations and communities
Requirements:
Other Requirements
- Respect for, sensitivity towards as well as knowledge and understanding of Anishnawbek culture, traditions and the Seven Grandfather Teachings
- Ability to understand and speak Anishnaabemowin is a definite asset
- Must provide a Criminal Records Check deemed satisfactory by the employer
- Must have a Class 'G' Ontario Driver's Licence, access to a vehicle and the ability to travel
- Must have $1M automobile insurance coverage
- Respect for, sensitivity towards as well as knowledge and understanding of Anishnawbek culture, traditions and the Seven Grandfather Teachings
- Ability to understand and speak Anishnaabemowin is a definite asset
- Must provide a Criminal Records Check deemed satisfactory by the employer
- Must have a Class 'G' Ontario Driver's Licence, access to a vehicle and the ability to travel
- Must have $1M automobile insurance coverage
DOWNLOAD PDF for job Ehkinoomaagejig (Traditional Knowledge Teacher/Keeper)
SIMILAR IN THIS SECTOR
Child Welfare Worker - Child in Care
Posted: Apr 23, 2024 View Child Welfare Worker - Child in Care - ID 15497
Posted: Apr 23, 2024 View Child Welfare Worker - Child in Care - ID 15497
Legal Anokiiwin (Disclosure/Customary Care Worker)
Posted: Apr 23, 2024 View Legal Anokiiwin (Disclosure/Customary Care Worker) - ID 15498
Posted: Apr 23, 2024 View Legal Anokiiwin (Disclosure/Customary Care Worker) - ID 15498
How to Apply:
Please submit a job-related resume and cover letter along with three work related references by:
Monday, April 3, 2023 - 4:00 pm
Hiring Committee
Nogdawindamin Family and Community Services
210B Gran Street, Batchewana First Nation, ON P6A 0C4
Email: [email protected]
Preference will be given to Indigenous applicants. Self-Identification is encouraged.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
A full job description is located on our website at www.nog.ca
Nogdawindamin Family and Community Services has been in operation for over 30 years. We are committed to providing a barrier-free work environment in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in the recruitment process.
JOIN A GROWING AND DYNAMIC ORGANIZATION OFFERING REWARDING CAREERS, COMPETITIVE SALARIES, BENEFITS, OMERS PENSION AND
A GREAT WORK ENVIRONMENT FOR INDIVIDUALS COMMITTED TO MAKING A DIFFERENCE.
Monday, April 3, 2023 - 4:00 pm
Hiring Committee
Nogdawindamin Family and Community Services
210B Gran Street, Batchewana First Nation, ON P6A 0C4
Email: [email protected]
Preference will be given to Indigenous applicants. Self-Identification is encouraged.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
A full job description is located on our website at www.nog.ca
Nogdawindamin Family and Community Services has been in operation for over 30 years. We are committed to providing a barrier-free work environment in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in the recruitment process.
JOIN A GROWING AND DYNAMIC ORGANIZATION OFFERING REWARDING CAREERS, COMPETITIVE SALARIES, BENEFITS, OMERS PENSION AND
A GREAT WORK ENVIRONMENT FOR INDIVIDUALS COMMITTED TO MAKING A DIFFERENCE.