Cultural Connections Coordinator

2 weeks ago

Saskatoon, Canada METIS NATION - SASKATCHEWAN Full time

**POSITION TITLE**: Cultural Connections Coordinator

**DEPARTMENT**: Mental Health and Addictions

**CLASSIFICATION**: MGO-06

**SALARY RANGE**: $66,300.00 to $79,235.00 Per Annum

**POSITION TYPE**: Full-time, Permanent

**LOCATION**: Saskatoon

**ACCOUNTABLE TO**: Director of Mental Health and Addictions

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**Brief Overview**:
Under the direction of the Director of Mental Health and Addictions the Cultural Connections Coordinator, will provide communications, collaboration and planning to support citizens of Métis Nation. In this role you will work to enhance the well-being, safety, and development of children and families in the Métis Nation community. You will be responsible for delivery of cultural resources with the goal of fostering a strong sense of well-being and positive Métis identity. You will provide and facilitate access to traditional teachings and ceremonies in a safe and acceptable environment. This position requires a unique blend of expertise in traditional knowledge, mental health, project development and implementation, as well as strong written and interpersonal skills.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Foster positive relationship with community members, leaders, and Elders, respecting and incorporating cultural practices and traditions.
- Collaborate with other departments within the Métis Nation Saskatchewan departments.
- Implement mental health supports and land-based programs.
- Create and maintain a resource list of Cultural Wellness supports to aid in addressing gaps and mental health services.
- Improve the awareness and sustainability of traditions, culture, language, and mental wellness with program participants.
- Assist in planning, developing, organizing, and providing educational/cultural workshops to reach children and youth.
- Other duties as assigned.

**Qualifications**:

- ** Minimum 3-5 years of experience in a similar role before with experience in community development, counselling, and facilitation.**:

- Post-secondary education in Human Services, Social Work, Comm. Health & Wellness, or other relevant discipline.

**Knowledge and skills**:

- Able to consistently demonstrate professionalism with a strong work ethic while maintaining confidentiality and following all MN-S policies and procedures.
- Ability to work effectively under pressure in a team environment with staff, other MN-S departments, and the 12 Regions under the MN-S.
- Excellent organizational skills, interpersonal skills, and communication skills
- Be familiar with the Ministry of Social Services policies and procedures under Child and Family Services.
- Métis land-based knowledge.
- Be familiar with and understand Métis barriers/issues/culture for children/youth in the foster care system.
- Knowledge and understanding of MN-S history, cultures, and values; ability to speak Michif, Cree and/or Dene will be considered an asset.
- Knowledge in Métis language, culture and traditional practices obtained through years of traditional apprentice/practice.
- Demonstrated knowledge in office procedures; ability to maintain accurate records/files and documentation; excellent communication, organization, and planning skills.

**Additional requirements**:

- Must undergo a Criminal Record and Vulnerable Sector Check.
- Valid Saskatchewan driver’s license and reliable transportation.
- All employees of the Métis Nation-Saskatchewan must adhere to a strict confidentially policy and will be required to sign a Confidentiality agreement.

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