Cultural Activity Coordinator

The Misiway Milopemahtesewin Community Health Centre, located in Timmins, Ontario, is established to provide quality programs and services that honour, respect and support Indigenous culture, values and healing practices, complimented by western approaches to primary health care.

The Opportunity:

Job Title:             Cultural Activity Coordinator                                     Salary Range: $48,000 - $58,000

Misiway Milopemahtesewin CHC, Timmins, ON

Bring your proven experience in coordination of Cultural Land-Based Programming to a challenging and rewarding role at our Indigenous Community Health Centre. Our Cultural Activity Coordinator will plan, organize, lead and support Misiway’s family-focused cultural land-based programming comprised of individuals of all ages. This will include recruitment of Elders and Traditional Knowledge Keepers, planning and organizing seasonal activities and group session that bring families together to heal, facilitating and/or leading the implementation of select land-based activities, ensuring supplies are readily available and actively participating in evaluation methods to measure effectiveness of programming.  

 As a successful candidate your qualifications will include:

• Post-secondary education in counselling, social work, health or mental health helping disciplines or suitable combination of training and experience
• Minimum 2 years of experience within a health or social service setting/programs and initiatives related to land-based programming
• Competence in delivery of cultural land-based activity encompassing significant physical activity
• Knowledge of the rich history, stories, legends, sacred spaces, ceremonies and cultural norms of the region surrounding the City of Timmins
• Ability to work in a team environment with minimal supervision
• Knowledge of basic budgeting and financial management
• Strong computer skills are required
• Class G Driver’s Licence and use of a vehicle is required
• Ability to speak Cree or Ojibway is considered an asset

Indigenous candidates are encouraged to apply. We also welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodation is available on request from candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Successful candidates will be required to provide a Vulnerable Sector Screening Police check before proceeding with hiring.

Applications should be forwarded electronically to Amy Blais, Director of Finance and Administration, by Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at 4:30 pm. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.