Sioux Lookout Traditional Healing Aide

5 days ago

Toronto, Canada Northwest Employment Works Full-time €43,000 - €58,000 Contract
Support traditional healing at the Sioux Lookout First Nations Health Authority as a Healing Aide. Play a crucial role in providing culturally safe care while enhancing community wellness programs. As a full-time permanent Aide, you will assist Traditional Healing Practitioners in various support tasks. Your role involves working closely with Elders and collaboratively with a dynamic health team. This position requires a deep respect for First Nations culture and a commitment to community-focused programming.

Key Responsibilities
• Collaborate with Traditional Healing Practitioner in delivery
• Assist in programming tasks for community healing initiatives
• Develop traditional and non-traditional support networks
• Work effectively within a multidisciplinary health team
• Facilitate culturally safe practices in community engagement

Requirements:
• Minimum 2 years of related experience needed
• Knowledge of First Nations dialects an advantage
• High school graduation or Indigenous studies diploma
• Comprehensive understanding of First Nations culture
• Willingness to travel and work flexible hours Your commitment and cultural knowledge will contribute significantly to the health initiatives in Sioux Lookout.