When applying please submit a cover letter, resume, and 3 references to hrdirector@mwikwedong.com
or you can submit your application in an envelope directed to:

Human Resource Director
M’Wikwedong Indigenous Friendship Centre
1045 3rd Ave. West, Owen Sound, ON N4K 5W6 

Please be sure to note the title of the job vacancy

The M’Wikwedong IFC is currently accepting applications for the full time position (35 hrs/week) of Mental Health and Wellness Program Coordinator.

 

M’Wikwedong IFC is an Indigenous not for profit organization. We are culturally based and community focused, and committed to driving positive change for the community. As a staff member of M’Wikwedong IFC you will have opportunity for professional growth, access to Elders and Traditional Knowledge Keepers, and a generous benefit package. The starting salary range for this position is $55,000 – $60,000 (prorated).

 

Reporting to the Executive Director, the Mental Health and Wellness Program Coordinator is responsible to ensure the provision of culturally-appropriate mental health and addictions support services to urban Indigenous community members. The program is designed to address individual, family, and community mental health, wellness and addiction needs utilizing a wholistic approach to care (physical, mental, emotional, spiritual).

 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Conducts peer-counseling sessions and case management services for direct-service users.
  • Provides culture-based intervention services including but not limited to: arranging healing ceremonies, sweat lodge ceremonies, utilizing recognized Elders/Traditional teachers in the counselling session, etc.
  • Conducts or organizes group counseling and/or psychoeducational workshops for direct-service users and interested community members such as talking/sharing circles, teaching circles, positive self- esteem, healthy relationships, etc.
  • Supports individuals, families or communities who request assistance or information concerning mental health and addictions treatment programs and services.
  • Designs, develops and delivers mental health and addiction educational presentations and information materials to individuals, families, community organizations and services.
  • Provides wrap-around services and a strengths-based action plan for each individual direct-service user; to address goals in the areas of mental health pre­treatment, treatment and aftercare planning.
  • Promotes awareness and ensures access to the program through a variety of outreach efforts and promotional activities.
  • Conducts strengths and needs assessments for direct-service users and to develop plans of care to meet the needs and goals of those in the program.
  • Refers direct-service users to appropriate community resources and arranges transportation or accompany direct-service users to appointments as needed.
  • Networks with Indigenous and non-Indigenous agencies and services to promote and provide services for direct-service users who need treatment and healing from dealing with mental health, addiction, and other prolonged problems.
  • Integrates with internal and external partners to promote culturally appropriate program activities that minimizes stigma surrounding mental health and addictions for individuals, families, and communities.
  • Communicates with Friendship Centre staff members, community professionals, and other service providers to ensure that services for direct-service user are coordinated.
  • Accurately report and ensure all program objectives are being met in accordance with agreements.

 

Qualifications:

  • Possess post-secondary education in Indigenous studies, social service work, mental health and addictions, child and youth work or a combination of equivalent and relevant education.
  • The candidate will have a minimum of three (3) years of demonstrated and related work experience within a mental health and/or social service setting.
  • Knowledge and awareness of Indigenous culture and history, with particular emphasis on the impacts of trauma, family violence, Indigenous youth engagement and community outreach.
  • Knowledge of Indigenous Healing and Wellness Strategy (IHWS), Ontario Mental Health Act, community health services and other related agencies.
  • Satisfactory vulnerable sector check.

 

M’WIKWEDONG IFC is a highly flexible organization offering additional compensation including paid cultural days, paid holidays beyond mandatory Employment Standards, paid shutdown over the Christmas holiday week, and health benefits. M’WIKWEDONG IFC health benefits are offered to full time permanent employees who work more than 25 hrs/wk, employees will be able to enroll upon the successful completion of their (3) three-month probationary period.

 

M’WIKWEDONG IFC is committed to providing a barrier-free work environment in concert with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. As such, M’Wikwedong IFC will make accommodations available to applicants with disabilities upon request during the recruitment process.

 

M’WIKWEDONG IFC strives to ensure that its employment practices are free from direct and indirect discrimination and is committed to upholding the human rights of those participating in the hiring process. In pursuit of this commitment, M’Wikwedong IFC will not condone or tolerate any acts of discrimination or harassment under any of the grounds protected under human rights legislation. This commitment extends to the hiring process and throughout the course of employment.

 

Since this position is engaged primarily in serving the interests of Indigenous people, M’WIKWEDONG IFC shall give preference to Indigenous people who possess the requisite skill sets and experience.

 

To Apply:

Please submit a cover letter, resume, 3 references (PDF Format preferred) to hrdirector@mwikwedong.com indicating – Mental Health and Wellness Program Coordinator posting or in an envelope marked by March 16, 2025:

 

CONFIDENTIAL- Mental Health and Wellness Program Coordinator

Human Resources Director

M’Wikwedong Indigenous Friendship Centre

1045 3rd Ave. West, Owen Sound, ON N4K 5W6

The M’Wikwedong IFC is currently accepting applications for the full time position (35 hrs/week) of Building Gender Diverse Communities (BGDC) Program Coordinator.

M’Wikwedong IFC is an Indigenous not for profit organization. We are culturally based and community focused, and committed to driving positive change for the community. As a staff member of M’Wikwedong IFC you will have opportunity for professional growth, access to Elders and Traditional Knowledge Keepers, and a generous benefit package. The starting salary for this position is $50,000 (prorated).

 

Reporting to the Executive Director, the BGDC Program Coordinator is responsible for providing support and services for Gender Diverse people (inclusive of Sexuality) within Friendship Centre communities; to utilise existing Indigenous community capacity to support self-defined needs from a culture-based framework; and to support a Trauma Informed approach to community-building and inclusion.

 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop a strengths-based action plan to support 2S-LGBTQQIAP+ people that is informed by their needs;
  • Supports Indigenous 2S-LGBTQQIAP+ people by providing one-to-one and participant-based services;
  • Promotes awareness and ensure access to the program through a variety of outreach efforts and promotional activities;
  • Coordinate relevant project activities that provide ongoing Friendship Centre and community-based supports for Indigenous 2S-LGBTQQIAP+ people;
  • Integrate Indigenous cultural approaches to the planning and delivery of programming;
  • Build strategic relationships with local organizations and schools (if applicable) to foster alignment between them and the Friendship Centre in supporting Indigenous 2S-LGBTQQIAP+ people;
  • Review existing tools and wise practices used to support Indigenous 2S-LGBTQQIAP+ people and integrate these into daily activities, where applicable;
  • Regularly provide reporting updates and maintain client files in alignment with Friendship Centre policy;
  • Continual education and knowledge sharing;
  • Community support through collaboration with other programs offered at the Centre;
  • Other responsibilities, as required.

 

Qualifications:

  • Lived experience as 2S-LGBTQQIAP+ identified Indigenous person;
  • Lived/work experience and/or education in working with people in a supportive or mentoring role;
  • Knowledge and understanding of the complex nature of intergenerational trauma and needs within the community, such as, but not limited to; housing, addictions, mental health, the intricacies of gender transition etc.
  • Community experience that can include organizing events, holding traditional roles, and volunteering;
  • Strong knowledge and awareness of Indigenous culture and history, with emphasis on the impacts of trauma, Indigenous engagement and community outreach;
  • Interest and/or experience in storytelling, arts-based activities such as crafting, visual art, theatre, singing, dancing, etc.
  • Experience in planning activities and documenting events and activities in a variety of formats;
  • Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills;
  • Ability to work independently and within a team;
  • Excellent organizational skills;
  • Excellent networking and facilitation skills;
  • Proficiency in applicable software programs (e.g.: Microsoft Office) is an asset
  • Satisfactory vulnerable sector check.

 

M’WIKWEDONG IFC is a highly flexible organization offering additional compensation including paid cultural days, paid holidays beyond mandatory Employment Standards, paid shutdown over the Christmas holiday week, and health benefits. M’WIKWEDONG IFC health benefits are offered to full time permanent employees who work more than 25 hrs/wk, employees will be able to enroll upon the successful completion of their (3) three-month probationary period.

 

M’WIKWEDONG IFC is committed to providing a barrier-free work environment in concert with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. As such, M’Wikwedong IFC will make accommodations available to applicants with disabilities upon request during the recruitment process.

 

M’WIKWEDONG IFC strives to ensure that its employment practices are free from direct and indirect discrimination and is committed to upholding the human rights of those participating in the hiring process. In pursuit of this commitment, M’Wikwedong IFC will not condone or tolerate any acts of discrimination or harassment under any of the grounds protected under human rights legislation. This commitment extends to the hiring process and throughout the course of employment.

 

Since this position is engaged primarily in serving the interests of Indigenous people, M’WIKWEDONG IFC shall give preference to Indigenous people who possess the requisite skill sets and experience.

 

To Apply:

Please submit a cover letter, resume, 3 references to hrdirector@mwikwedong.com indicating – BGDC Program Coordinator posting or in an envelope marked by March 16, 2025:

 

CONFIDENTIAL- BGDC Program Coordinator
Human Resources Director

M’Wikwedong Indigenous Friendship Centre
1045 3rd Ave. West, Owen Sound, ON N4K 5W6