Cultural Practitioner

By promoting a culture of inclusion and mutual respect, we ensure that our values of care, compassion, and commitment are reflected in every aspect of our work. If you are passionate about making a difference in healthcare and are committed to upholding these values, we encourage you to apply and join us in our journey towards a more inclusive and equitable future. Accommodations are available upon request at any stage in the selection process.

CULTURAL PRACTITIONER (25-0000097)

• Bargaining Unit: NON-UNION Health Care Professional
• Status: Full Time
• Department: Indigenous Health
• Site: Safe Sobering Centre
• Shifts: Days/ Evenings
• Annual Salary: $76,323 - $99,001

Reporting to the Traditional Healing Manager - Indigenous Services, the Cultural Practitioner works within the Indigenous Health Support Team along with the Traditional Healing Coordinator to carry out the delivery of culturally competent and safe client-centered care which is centered on Indigenous Knowledge, ceremonies and cultural practices.

Qualifications

Education/Experience:

• Traditional knowledge acquired through direct experience with Elders and Traditional Healers
• Diploma in social services, Indigenous studies or a related field

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Knowledge of Indigenous ceremonies and traditional healing practices
• Knowledge of Indigenous history, culture and worldview
• Ability to effectively communicate, both orally and in writing
• Understand the importance of trauma informed practice through a cultural lens
• Ability to deliver presentations to a variety of audiences
• Ability to establish effective and collaborative working relationships with a variety of stakeholders including community partners within the Indigenous community
• Strong time management and organizational skills
• Appreciation and respect for others' cultural teachings and understanding and working within a multi-faith setting
• Ability to work collaboratively within an interprofessional team environment
• Demonstrated computer proficiency including skills with MS Office applications
• Competent within the meaning of the Occupational Health & Safety Act

Assets:

• Ability to speak Ojibwe or Oji-Cree is preferred

Conditions of Employment:

• Ability to travel to various work locations as required and provide own transportation
• This position shall be conditional upon a satisfactory Police Vulnerable Sector Check (PVSC) where indicated, to ensure the absence of relevant criminal convictions.
• Offers of employment made to external candidates are conditional upon providing proof of COVID-19 vaccination as per the SJCG Immunization Policy IMS-04-005 or proof of valid medical exemption, prior to the offered effective date. If proof of vaccination or valid medical exemption is not provided, the offer of employment is rescinded.