Job Description

We are Community Leaders

Ka Ni Kanichihk Inc. is a nonprofit, community based; Indigenous-led human services organization that provides a range of Indigenous identified programs and services that focus on the wholeness, wellness and that builds on the strengths and resilience of Indigenous People.

The Opportunity

Walking with our Relatives

(WWOR) is an indigenous-led response team that supports relatives access to care related to sexual assault and/or intimate partner violence within the Mino Pimatisiwin Sexual Wellness Lodge (MPSWL). We are looking for a

Registered Social Worker

to join the WWOR team to foster culturally grounded, consent based, and trauma informed strategies to provide meaningful support to relatives. As the selected candidate, you are an expert in navigating community resources, and supporting relatives in accessing sexual assault nurse examiners. You understand that the connections are the medicine, and the reason why relatives will continue to be engaged with the organization and seek follow up care. You are able to provide multiple ways of connecting after the initial meeting, and ensure the relative is empowered, informed, and respected at all levels of interactions.

What You Will Be Doing:

Utilizing healing centered modalities to gather necessary information from relatives, and coordinating referrals internally and externally Offering clinical support to people presenting to care, and support relatives' healing after sexual assault and/or intimate partner violence Working from a culturally grounded, consent based, and trauma informed place to support to relatives that are seeking care following sexualized violence/intimate partner violence Understanding and informative on sex positivity and sexual wellness, including supporting people wanting to connect with their sexuality post assault Building connections with relatives that foster ongoing consent, autonomy, and informed choices Understanding how to walk alongside relatives while being experts at navigating community resources and support Supporting relatives navigating the justice system, including protection orders, third party reporting, and attending court Guiding relatives navigating the healthcare system including accessing hospital based sexual assault nurse examiners Assisting the team in regards to case management and safety planning Ensuring confidentiality and PHIA standards are met Participating in pipe ceremonies, sharing circles, and other ceremonies held onsite

Who You Are

Relevant post-secondary education in Social Services, Community Health, or combination of education and two (2+) years of relevant work experience Registered Social Worker in good standing at the Manitoba College of Social Workers Knowledge of traditional Indigenous culture, spirituality and traditions are required Experience providing counselling to relatives in a community-centered environment Demonstrated understanding of sex positivity, harm reduction, decolonization, trauma informed practices and healing centered care Has experience in creating inclusive, anti-racist and equitable environments for relatives accessing care Able to navigate and utilize community and clinical resources Comfortable transporting relatives from different locations within Winnipeg Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite Detail orientated and organized in file management and data base entry A valid driver's license and access to a vehicle is required Clear Criminal Record, Vulnerable Sector Check; Child Abuse Registry Check Flexible hours; able to work evenings and weekends as required

What We Offer:

Comprehensive Benefits including Health and Dental Long-Term Disability & Life Insurance Employer Contributed RRSP; up to 5% match Employee and Family Assistance Program with Consult + and Telus Health Cultural Ways of Being; Knowledge Keepers and Kookums, medicine picking, sweats, ceremony, smudging on-site Wellness Days, in addition to Vacation Days Work-life balance and casual dress Training and Development opportunities Free on-site parking Employee appreciation events

To Apply

Applicants are asked to submit a cover letter and resume, detailing how you meet the requirements of this posting, and your salary expectations. Applications will be reviewed upon received.

Candidates are required to provide a current (within the past 6 months) Criminal Record Check, Child Abuse Registry Check, a valid driver's license, access to a vehicle, and a driver's abstract prior to starting this position.

Ka Ni Kanichihk remains committed to achieving employment equity; candidates are

strongly encouraged to self-declare

in their cover letter if they are of Indigenous ancestry.

Please send your cover letter and resume to:

Human Resource Manager

Ka Ni Kanichihk Inc.

101-1065 Portage Ave.

Winnipeg, MB R3A 0B5

Email: careers@kanikanichihk.ca

Ka Ni Kanichihk thanks all applicants, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract

Pay: $30.00-$36.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

Casual dress Company events Company pension Dental care Disability insurance Employee assistance program Extended health care Life insurance On-site parking Paid time off RRSP match Vision care Wellness program
Application question(s):

Are you self-declaring to be of Indigenous descent (First Nations, Metis, or Inuit)?
Work Location: In person