Employment Opportunities – North Bay Indigenous Friendship Centre

Current Job Postings:

Medical Transportation Driver/Friendly Visitor
Suswin Casual Relief
Akwe:GO Enhancement
Seven Stones Learning Centre Assistant
Indigenous Mental Health and Wellness Coordinator

Part Time Medical Transportation Driver/Friendly Visitor – Open Until Filled

(Life Long Care and Aging at Home Programs)

STATUS: Contract, Part Time, 25 hours/week

SALARY: $24,245 – $32,799 plus 4% vacation pay

ACCOUNTABILITY: This position is accountable to the Executive Director.

PURPOSE: This position provides medical transportation for the elderly, and chronically ill clients locally and out of town within a 1,000 km radius round trip three days/week and will provide friendly visiting/companionship to Indigenous seniors/elders 55 years of age and older who present with complex care needs and for those seniors who are aging with general wellness two days per week.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license;
Ability to drive a multi-passenger vehicle safely and appropriately, including ability to read and interpret road signs in English;
Minimum 3 years driving experience and drivers abstract updated annually;
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing;
Ability to establish effective professional relationships with clients, co-workers, and upper level staff and employees;
Ability to prepare concise and accurate records and reports;
Extensive knowledge of the operations and features of assigned vehicle(s);
Ability to recognize vehicle maintenance needs and ability to perform minor vehicle repairs;
Skilled in reasoning skills to interpret policies and procedures, maps, and route directions;
Experience working with seniors, and transporting persons with disabilities;
Current CPR & first aid certification and ability to administer First Aid and CPR;
Clean, courteous, friendly, and respectful;
Experience working with Indigenous people an asset;
Ability to hold information in the strictest confidence;
Ability to work long hours for longer medical trips

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

CASUAL/RELIEF Suswin Village Transitional House (SVTH) Night Client Care Worker

STATUS: part time, evenings, nights, weekends, holidays, as needed. 4-12 hour shifts

SALARY: $25.15/hr plus 4% vacation pay

PURPOSE: The CASUAL/RELIEF Night Client Care Worker will work in partnership with members of the client care team to provide support and overnight care and security of clients and the SVTH. The SVTH Night Client Care Worker’s responsibilities are to ensure clients are following program and facility rules and procedures in a consistent manner. The Suswin Village Transitional House is a 24 hour/7days per week facility for homeless males.

ACCOUNTABILITY: The CASUAL/RELIEF Night Client Care Worker reports to the SVTH Case Manager and is ultimately accountable to the Executive Director of the North Bay Indigenous Friendship Centre.

QUALIFICATIONS:

College diploma in Social Worker/Social Service Worker and/or related field or a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience.
Experience providing supportive services to homeless individuals highly preferred
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Understanding of severe mental, physical health and substance abuse issues and symptoms
Excellent interpersonal and crisis intervention skills with a ‘can do’ and flexible attitude
Ability to work with minimal supervision, multitask, and maintain confidentiality
Ability to maintain professional conduct, attitude and appearance at all times
Knowledge of Indigenous culture
Strong knowledge of urban Indigenous issues and needs and experience working with urban Indigenous individuals
Ability to practice active and empathetic listening
Crisis intervention and conflict resolution skills
Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, reporting databases and related technology
Ability to work as a team member and independently
Criminal record check/vulnerable sector check is required

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

Human Resources Manager

980 Cassells Street, NORTH BAY, ON P1B 4A8

Or via email to hrc@nbifc.org

Akwe:Go Enhancement Worker — Open Until filled

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 suport 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 experince
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 Handlers certificate
Criminal records check/vulnerable person check
Ability to speak Ojibway or Cree would be an asset

Please forward cover letter, resume, and three (3) references by 4:30pm on August 11, 2025 to:

Human Resources Manager

980 Cassells St.

North Bay, ON, P1B 4A8

Email: hrc@nbifc.org

Seven Stones Learning Centre Assistant- Open Until filled

STATUS: PART TIME (25 hours per week), Monday to Friday

SALARY: $14,508 – $19,630/year

POSITION: The Seven Stones Learning Centre Assistant will support and assist the Indigenous Alternative Secondary School Education (IASSE) Coordinator with administrative support and tasks required to support the Indigenous Alternative Secondary School Education Program.

The Indigenous Alternative Secondary School Education (IASSE) Program is for urban Indigenous, and non-Indigenous people to have the opportunity to earn their Ontario Secondary School Diploma in a safe and culturally appropriate atmosphere. The program is based on individualized, independent courses and has a unique style of programming where students can complete their high school diploma at their own pace while infusing Indigenous values and beliefs into the entire curriculum. The program also chooses project and activities designed with Indigenous heritage and cultural teachings in mind.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience and knowledge of administrative support duties
Experience preparing nutritious snacks/meals for students, including food preparation and shopping
Knowledge of Indigenous traditional teachings of land-based activities, traditional medicines, language reclamation and food education.
Knowledge and understanding of Indigenous people, their culture, history, and traditions
Demonstrated capacity to work efficiently and collaboratively in a structured environment
Good decision-making, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills
Detailed-oriented, with strong organizational and time management skills and ability to take initiative
Ability to engage people to build trust and rapport
Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Good written and oral communication skills
Effective crisis intervention skills is an asset
Willing and able to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends
Ability to lift 50 lbs
Works collaboratively as a team and independently as required
Valid First Aid / CPR Certificate
Safe Food Handling certification or must be willing to complete within a specified time frame
CPIC/Vulnerable Sector Check will be a condition of employment
Valid driver’s license and Driver’s abstract, access to a reliable vehicle, with $2M liability insurance

We thank all interested applicants; 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 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

or via email at hrc@nbifc.org

Indigenous Mental Health & Wellness Coordinator

Status: Full time, permanent

Accountability: Executive Director

Salary Range: $57,330 – $77,568/year

Summary: The Indigenous Mental Health and Wellness Program Coordinator will be responsible for counselling Indigenous individuals in the urban area of North Bay who are seeking assistance with drug and/or alcohol addictions. The Indigenous Mental Health and Wellness Program Coordinator will service both youth and adults through one-to-one and group counselling. Services include education and prevention programs, referral to treatment programs, and aftercare programs. The Indigenous Mental Health and Wellness Program Coordinator will act as an intake worker and/or referrer accordingly if the case is not within assigned jurisdiction. Whenever possible, the Indigenous Mental Health and Wellness Program Coordinator will work with other North Bay Indian Friendship Centre (NBIFC) programs or other agencies to determine and fulfill the short and long-term needs of Indigenous clientele.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or related field or minimum three (3) years of relevant experience
Strong knowledge of urban Indigenous issues and needs, and experience working with urban Indigenous individuals
Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST), Crisis Intervention Training, and First Aid certificates are essential
Mental Health First Aid is considered an asset
Knowledge of Global Appraisal of Individual Needs – Short Screener (GAIN-SS) systems
Knowledge of the inner-workings of the local justice system
Experience in compiling and delivering succinct reports in a timely manner
Experience in facilitating programming from development to delivery
Strong advocacy and/or lobbying skills
Deep understanding of severe mental, physical health, and substance abuse issues and symptoms
Dealing with clients in a considerate, open-minded, and compassionate manner
Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, reporting databases, and related technology
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Ability to work as a team member and independently
Maintains personal and professional integrity, and handles confidential information with discretion
Valid driver’s license with clean abstract, appropriate insurance, and access to reliable transportation
Criminal record/Vulnerable Sector check is required
Ability 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.

Submit your cover letter, resume with three (3) work references by

4:30 p.m. on Friday, October 10, 2025, to:

Human Resource Manager

North Bay Indigenous Friendship Centre 980 Cassells Street, North Bay, ON P1B 4A8 Or email to: hrc@nbifc.org