Akwe:GO Enhancement 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 license and provide a drivers abstract
- Standard First Aid/CPR Certificate
- Safe Food Handler certificate.
- Criminal record 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 cover letter, resume and three (3) references by 4:30 p.m. September 8,
2026 to:
Human Resources Manager
980 Cassells Street
NORTH BAY, ON P18 4A8
Email: hrc@nbifc.org