Indigenous Cultural

2 weeks ago


Edmonton, Canada Bent Arrow Traditional Healing Society Full time

Nikihk Indigenous Housing First is an intense home visitation and follow-up program designed to assist those experiencing chronic homelessness. We provide in-home follow-up support, with cultural and spiritual support and education. The Indigenous Cultural & Spiritual Educator supports families in areas of spiritual guidance, traditional healing and emotional support within the Indigenous culture.

**Responsibilities**:

- Obtain information and prepare reports or case histories
- Database entry-Weekly Reports
- Assess clients’ relevant skills strengths and cultural needs
- Develop, coordinate and implement the delivery of specific services within the community
- Resolve conflict, Advocate for clients
- Conduct home visits to discuss clients’ cultural needs, provide guidance and support from a cultural perspective
- Transport clients to ceremonies and cultural events
- Provide clients with access to Elders, spiritual advisors, and ceremonies
- Provide support to the Trauma Support Worker in creating a mental health healing plan with the clients-Minimal Life skills facilitating
- Host cultural events for clients involved in the program
- Provide community agencies with Aboriginal Awareness and opportunities to access cultural events and ceremonies
- Partner with community agencies in offering their clients access to cultural events and services.
- All staff are to be cross trained in Nikihk Housing 1st positions for the purpose of cover off as needed and requested by the Team Leader

Qualification Requirements
- A. Native Studies Degree or equivalent; or 3 - 5 years minimum of relevant experience.
- Must have the ability to empathize with those experiencing significant barriers in their lives.
- A significant understanding of the issues of poverty is essential.
- Must have an understanding of the impact the loss of culture identity and intergeneration residential school syndrome has had on Aboriginal people.
- Must have own vehicle and be willing to transport clients.
- Must have a valid driver’s license and willing to obtain a drivers abstract.
- Must have 2-million-dollar liability insurance coverage.
- Must provide a Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector and Intervention Record Check (within a 6-month period from date of completion).
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Salary and Benefits
- Salary plus monthly auto allowance.
- Paid sick and wellness days after 3 months’ probation (pro-rated)
- Extended Health Benefit (50/50 cost sharing) after 6 months’ employment.
- Working approximately 34.5 hours per week

**CANDIDATES WITH A COMPLETED CRIM AND IRC (WITHIN 6 MONTHS) WILL BE GIVEN PRIORITY. MUST BE ABLE TO DRIVE AND HAVE A RELIABLE VEHICLE.

Pay: $3,860.00-$4,053.00 per month

**Benefits**:

- Automobile allowance
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care

Work Location: In person



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