Job Description

Ndinawemaaganag Endaawaad Inc.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY - Internal & External Posting

2025-45

Position:

Bamiiwe

Salary:

$25.00 per hour

Classification:

Full Time, 6 month term with the possibility of extension

Hours of Work:

80 hours bi-weekly

Days of work:

Sunday to Thursday

Reports To:

Ogiima (Ceremonial Leader)

Closing Date:

Open until filled

The Bamiiwe is responsible for supporting the planning and implementation of Culture for the organization and engaging youth across all Ndinawemaaganag Endaawaad sites. The Bamiiwe assumes all duties and responsibilities in accordance with the organization's philosophy, direction, and policy standards.

SPECIFIC ACCOUNTABILITY:

Develop and maintain positive relationships with youth accessing Tina's Safe Haven (and other Ndinawe programs and sites as needed), emphasizing trust, respect, and active engagement. Supervise youth promoting safety and respect among all participants; responding to crisis/emergent situations as required. Provide help and support to the Ogiima and Elders which includes assisting with or leading a range of traditional ceremonies and teachings. Support the facilitation of youths' access to cultural activities and ceremonies, ensuring that protocols are understood and met. Develop and implement a wellbriety program for youth from an Indigenous perspective. Promote holistic wellness from a culturally based approach. Act as an encouraging, supportive, and motivating role model for youth. Respond to sensitive and confidential situations with professionalism, confidentiality, and respect. Ensure appropriate documentation of interactions with youth, logbook documentation, and incident reports as required. Work collaboratively with Ndinawe's Cultural Team including Cultural Support Workers, Ogiima, and Elders. Maintain program statistics and complete written reports as required. Maintain the cleanliness of program sites by participating in the general cleanup. Attend staff meetings and participate in staff development as directed by the Ogiima. Follow all policies and procedures as outlined in the Personnel Policy and site-specific manual Performs other tasks consistent with this job description as per personnel

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

Knowledge of Indigenous cultural practices and protocols is required; Local knowledge is an asset. Have established and positive relationships with the Indigenous community of Elders, Knowledge Keepers, and agencies. Extensive knowledge of the history and culture of the Indigenous peoples of Manitoba. A working knowledge of an Indigenous language is desirable. Must have the ability to develop rapport with youth and be seen as a source of guidance in ways that will encourage and support youth by maximizing promotion of learning about cultural ways. Comfortable in an environment that includes individuals who use/misuse substances and are resilient, living in vulnerable conditions. Knowledge of agencies, programs, and supports for the Indigenous community serving Indigenous youth. Proven success working within a team of both Indigenous and non-Indigenous members. Comfortable with public speaking. Be a good role model and mentor. Be actively involved in their community. Be a good listener, a good communicator, and be empathetic. Be committed to working collaboratively with youth, employees, and community. Other qualities considered to be an asset: trusting, approachable, kind, accepting, calming, sense of humor. Computer skills considered an asset. Subject to Criminal Record Check, Child Abuse Registry Check and Prior Contact Check. Valid Class 5 Driver's License.
Ndinawe requires a satisfactory criminal record check (including vulnerable sector search), child abuse registry check, and Prior contact check prior to the commencement of employment.

Ndinawe will accept existing criminal record checks and child abuse registry checks if dated within 3 months of your start date. Should you be the successful candidate these documents are a condition of employment.

Applicants are required to send a current resume with a cover letter clearly outlining your qualifications to:

Attention: Human Resources

Ndinawemaaganag Endaawaad Inc.

650 Burrows Avenue

Winnipeg, MB R2W 2A8

Email:

recruitment@ndinawe.ca

As an Indigenous organization preference will be given to applicants who self-identify as being First Nations, Metis, or Inuit. Applicants are encouraged to self-identify in their cover letter.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates selected to an interview will be contacted.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

Casual dress Company pension Dental care Disability insurance Employee assistance program Extended health care Life insurance Paid time off Vision care
Application question(s):

Do you self declare as First Nations, Metis or Inuit? Are you familiar with Indigenous cultural practices with local knowledge? Do you have current Criminal Record Check with the Vulnerable Person Sector Search, Child Abuse Registry Check and Prior Contact Check?
Education:

Secondary School (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

Driver's License (preferred)
Work Location: In person