Job Description

INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL POSTING

Date Posted: September 12, 2025

Position: Key Counsellor -- Full-Time

Location: 33 Victory Street - Eagle Warriors Healing Lodge

Closing Date: September 26th, 2025

Wage Scale: $19.01 per hour

Neecheewam Inc. has F/T Key Counsellor available at the Eagle Warriors Healing Lodge. This position is 3-week rotation schedule consists of weekday and weekends days, evenings shift rotating. Eagle Warriors Healing Lodge is a two bed unit for male identified youth aged 12-17. This facility is specific to Indigenous youth who have limited involvement with the justice system but have demonstrated behavior that indicate a need for additional structure and support. Young persons at this unit may be assigned a Probation Officer or an ISSP (Intensive Support and Supervision Program) Worker, in which case Eagle Warriors will work with the youth to meet their individual needs while remaining cognizant of legal requirements of the youth.

MISSON: Our mission is to provide healing lodges where the seven sacred teachings (love, respect, courage, humility, wisdom, honesty, and truth) are the path to wholeness.

VISION: The strength of our communities is restored through the wellbeing of our children. Our vision will be accompanied by:

Working in harmony with community -based programming and support services including public schools, youth justice, and mental health. Recognizing, honouring, and promoting our children's and youth's Indigenous heritage and identity, in both traditional and contemporary ways of life. Encouraging and supporting the children and youth we work with in acquiring the knowledge, skills, and confidence to transition into responsible, productive adults.
Key Qualifications Required:

Child & Youth Care Diploma preferred. Experience working with children, at-risk and sexually exploited youth. Education of youth with trauma, addiction, and substance abuse.

Knowledge and appreciation of the Indigenous Culture and Traditions. Strong knowledge of the issues affecting our children, families, and communities.

Have demonstrated leadership qualities and must be able to work independently and as a valued team member and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.

Ability to conduct oneself in a professional capacity when dealing with all CFS Agencies or any other related external organizations.

Organizational, problem solving, and analytical skills are necessary and possess a high level of advocacy

Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills and be confident in decision making.

Valid Criminal Record Check, Child Abuse Registry Check, and Prior Contact Check are required with in the last three months

Valid Driver's License an asset.
Please submit a cover letter with a current resume describing your experience, position applying for and qualifications email via: Only selected candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.01 per hour

Benefits:

Dental care Flexible schedule Vision care
Work Location: In person