Employment Opportunities

Current Job Postings:

• Waaban Worker
• Healthy Babies, Healthy Children Worker
• Suswin Village Casual Relief Worker
• Indigenous Prenatal Nutrition/Family Support Assistant
• Indigenous Children’s Wellness Worker
• Akwe:Go Worker

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Waaban Worker

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Healthy Babies Healthy Children Worker

Open Until Filled

STATUS: Permanent Full Time: 35 hours/week
SALARY: $45,773-$61,916
POSITION: The Indigenous Healthy Babies Healthy Children Worker (IHBHCW) is to be a helper, an auntie or an uncle to families of the urban Indigenous population within Nipissing District. They will promote healthy growth and development of Indigenous children, build on parenting skills, and link families with community supports and resources. The IHBHCW will work with families in their home environment from the prenatal period to age 6 years.
ACCOUNTABILITY: This position reports directly to the Executive Director.
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Social Service Worker Diploma and/or 3 to 5 years relevant work experience.
• Strong knowledge of urban Indigenous issues.
• Crisis intervention training, anger management training, Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) and First Aid/CPR certificates are essential.
• Working knowledge of traditional teachings, urban and on-reserve culture.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within multi sector groups.
• Very good time management, organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Computer literacy and strong written and oral skills.
• Willing to work flexible hours.
• Must have a valid driver’s license, clean driver’s abstract, appropriate insurance and access to a reliable vehicle.
• CPIC/Vulnerable Sector Check will be a condition of employment.

Please forward cover letter, resume and three (3) recent references to:

Human Resources Coordinator North Bay Indigenous Friendship Centre
980 Cassells Street North Bay, ON P1B 4A8
Email: here

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Indigenous Prenatal Nutrition/Family Support Assistant

Open Until Filled
STATUS: Full Time (35 hours per week)
Salary: $40,622 – $54,964
Position Summary:
The Indigenous Prenatal Nutrition/Family Support Program Assistant will be responsible for delivering programming according to the goals of both the Prenatal Nutrition program and the Family Support program. The Indigenous Prenatal Nutrition/Family Support Program Assistant will be under the supervision and direction of the Prenatal Nutrition Worker and the Family Support Worker and is ultimately responsible to the Executive Director.
QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS:
• Early Childhood Education and/or Social Services Diploma or related relevant work experience
• Strong knowledge and awareness of Indigenous culture
• Experience working with urban Indigenous individuals, families and children
• Experience in facilitating workshops and programming from development to delivery
• Excellent communication skills with staff, families and community members
• Maintains confidentiality and a professional demeanor
• Knowledge of Fetal Alcohol Syndrome, Fetal Alcohol Effect, solvent abuse and family dysfunction.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds
• Excellent time management
• Works collaboratively as a team and independently as required.
• Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) preferred but training available
• Valid First Aid and CPR Training Certification
• Food Handling Course Certificate – training available
• Valid Driver’s License with a Clean Driver’s Abstract
• Criminal Record with Vulnerable Sector Check
• Willing and able to work flexible hours

We thank all interested applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. While we encourage applicants of all backgrounds to apply, those of Indigenous descent will be given preference.
Please forward cover letter, resume and three (3) references to:

Human Resources Manager
980 Cassells Street
NORTH BAY, ON P1B 4A8
Email: hrc@nbifc.org

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Indigenous Children’s Wellness Worker

Open Until December 3rd, 2024, 4:30 pm.

STATUS: Permanent Full Time: 35 hours/week
SALARY: $45,773-$61,916
ACCOUNTABILITY: The Indigenous Children’s Wellness Worker is accountable to the Executive Director.
OVERVIEW: The Indigenous Children’s Wellness (ICW) Worker promotes positive development and positive life choices of urban Indigenous children ages 7-14 years who have experienced violence. The ICW program is grounded in cultural traditions providing a sense of belonging and pride in each individual. The program offers a variety of strategies such as one-to-one activities, group activities and family circles to encourage positive behaviour, wholistic wellbeing and to address intergenerational experiences of violence, each tailored to the individual and family’s needs. The program will guide children in recognizing violence and gain the understanding that violence is not a normal aspect of life. Through personal support and cultural resources, the program provides children with education and knowledge to help on their healing journey and promote optimal levels of understanding, reasoning and daily success after violence has occurred.
EDUCATION/ QUALIFICATIONS:
▪ Shall possess post-secondary diploma in Indigenous social work or related field and/or 2 years of relevant experience
▪ Knowledge and awareness of Indigenous culture and history, with particular emphasis on family violence and the relationship to child welfare.
▪ Strong understanding of the Child and Family Services Act and Ontario Children’s Aid Societies, with particular emphasis on how they impact Indigenous families.
▪ Must possess skills and experience in presenting educational workshops and facilitating groups.
▪ Self-motivated, able to schedule and prioritize work.
▪ Good judgment, adaptability and willingness to learn.
▪ Willingness to work flexible hours.
▪ Excellent interpersonal skills with staff and community members.
▪ Ability to work under pressure.
▪ Knowledge of the Friendship Centre movement, its aims and objectives.
▪ Awareness of the North Bay Indigenous Friendship Centre’s programs and services.
▪ Strong listening, oral and written communication skills.
▪ Proficiency in MS Office applications and using a database reporting system.
▪ Basic research skills required.
▪ Knowledge of Indigenous cultures.
▪ Ability to speak Cree and/or Ojibway is an asset.
▪ Current Standard First Aid and Level C CPR; WHMIS; and Food Handler Certificate.
▪ Must posses a valid driver’s license, 2M liability insurance, clean drivers abstract and have access to a safe and reliable vehicle.
▪ Criminal Records Check/Vulnerable Persons Check.

We would like to thank all interested individuals; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. While we encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply, those of Indigenous descent will be given preference”
Please send a cover letter, and resume with three (3) references by

4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, December 3, 2024 to:
Human Resources Manager
980 Cassells Street, NORTH BAY, ON P1B 4A8
Email: hrc@nbifc.org

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Akwe:GO Worker

JOB POSTING – OPEN UNTIL FILLED
Akwe:GO Worker
Status: Permanent, full time, 35 hrs/week
Salary: $45,773 – $61,916
Accountability: This position is accountable to the Executive Director
Position Overview:
The purpose of the Akwe:GO program is to provide support and guidance within a cultural framework for children aged 7-12 who are at risk for specific negative behaviours and outcomes as a result of their circumstances in life. The goal is to be able to foster abilities to make healthy choices.
Qualifications:
• Minimum Social Service diploma and/or 3-5 years relevant work experience.
• Knowledge of Indigenous culture and language.
• Knowledge of social, cultural and recreational needs and interests of children and youth.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Excellent facilitation skills.
• Knowledge and experience working with Indigenous youth.
• Ability to meet deadlines with minimum supervision.
• Good time management and planning skills.
• A valid driver’s licence and provide a drivers abstract
• Standard First Aid/CPR Certificate
• Safe Food Handler certificate.
• Criminal records check/vulnerable person check.

Ability to speak Ojibway or Cree would be an asset.

We thank all interested applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. While we encourage applicants of all backgrounds to apply, those of Indigenous descent will be given preference.
Please forward a cover letter, resume and three (3) references to:
Human Resources Manager
North Bay Indigenous Friendship Centre
980 Cassells Street
NORTH BAY, ON P1B 4A8
Email: hrc@nbifc.org

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