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Nogdawindamin Family and Community Services

Cultural Mentor

To Be Determined
Social Services
POSTED: 5 months ago
Employer:
Nogdawindamin Family and Community Services
ES Job ID:
15776
Closing Date:
August 22, 2024
Salary:
94737
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, 2025
CULTURAL MENTOR
LOCATION: TO BE DETERMINED
*NEW* Salary Range: $94,737.00 to $116,315.00

Job Summary
The Cultural Mentor is responsible to provide cultural mentorship to new or experienced staff in order to develop and enhance strategies that are culturally appropriate when working with Anishnawbek children, families and communities. The Cultural Mentor will provide cultural education, training, guidance, coaching and mentoring activities. The Cultural Mentor functions within legislative requirements, regulations, policies and procedures and the Mission, Beliefs and Vision of the Nogdawindamin Family and Community Services and contributes to the accomplishment of the strategic priorities.

Required Skills:
Preferred university degree in Social Work or Native Studies.
Required College Diploma in Human Services or Native Studies.
Five (5) years' direct experience working with children and families in a social services organization.
Three (3) years' experience in a social services organization developing and delivering cultural programs and services.
Experience working with Anishnawbek people, organizations and communities.
Experience providing cultural teachings and facilitating cultural ceremonies.
Equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered
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 Police 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.
How to Apply:
Please submit a job-related resume and cover letter along with three work related references by:
Thursday, August 22, 2024 - 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.

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