Cultural Advisor

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**Applicants from Six Nations and other First Nations will be given preference to deliver programs and services in a First Nations community.**

**JOB** SUMMARY**: The **Cultural Advisor** reports to and works under the direction and supervision of the Manager of Primary Care Services and/or their designate. The Cultural Advisor works within the policies and procedures established by Six Nations of the Grand River.

PURPOSE & SCOPE OF THE POSITION:
The Cultural Advisor serves as a primary point of contact for the Primary Care Core Team, Integrated Team, and all patients accessing services within the primary care program. The Cultural Advisor supports staff and clients in the development and enhancement of the provision of services that correspond with Ogwanohgwatrae:’ Tseh Niyogwai:ho'de' (Our Hodinohshoni Beliefs). The Cultural Advisor thereby supports consistent, culturally safe service delivery. The Cultural Advisor ensures the appropriate development of cultural resources and delivery of cultural programming to facilitate preservation and promotion of traditional Hodinohshoni practices, thereby enhancing a positive and strong cultural identity among clients and staff.

**Type**

Full Time

**Closing Date**

September 18, 2024

**Hours of Work**

35hrs/week

**Wage**

Min. $73,500/year

*A competitive compensation package will be offered commensurate with qualifications. *

**BASIC QUALIFICATIONS**:

- Minimum Requirements:

- A minimum of 5 years working in traditional healing or medicine practices.
- Must have exceptional knowledge of Cayuga and/or Mohawk languages and possess an ability to communicate with diverse cultural and educational backgrounds.
- Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of, and personal commitment to Hodinohshoni way of life
- Hodinohshoni ancestry with understanding, practice and sharing of Hodinohshoni history, culture, traditions, ceremonies, principles and values
- Demonstrated commitment to the culture and community by providing services in ways that respect Hodinohshoni culture and practices
- Knowledge of Hodinohshoni concepts of health and wellness
- Must possess a valid Ontario G Driver’s License, own vehicle and be willing to travel.
- On their own personal healing journey. Other Related Skills:

- Familiar with Six Nations community and services available in the area
- Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills

**SUBMISSION PROCEDURE: (Choose **one** method **ONLY**)**:
**Method #1: Online***- Cover letter including your band name and number (if applicable). Please indicate in your letter how your education and experience qualifies you for this position.
- Recent resume clearly identifying that you meet the Basic Qualifications of this position as stipulated above.
- Copy of your education diploma/degree/certificate and transcript.

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**Method #2: GREAT** - Applications must include **all** of the following**:

- Printed, filled in and authorized Six Nations of the Grand River Application for Employment Form.
- Cover letter including your band name and number (if applicable). Please indicate in your letter how your education and experience qualifies you for this position.
- Recent resume clearly identifying that you meet the Basic Qualifications of this position as stipulated above.
- Photocopy of your education diploma/degree/certificate and transcript.
- Place all documents listed above in a sealed envelope and mail to or drop off at:
**Cultural Advisor - Full Time - 095R2-24-3**

c/o Reception Desk

Grand River Employment & Training (GREAT)

P.O. Box 69, 16 Sunrise Court

Ohsweken, Ontario N0A 1M0