POSITION: Cultural Support Coordinator                

DEPARTMENT: Social Development            

COMPETITION #: 2025-010  

LOCATION: Mushkegowuk Communities / Timmins Office              

TERM: Full-Time        

CLOSING DATE: May 12, 2025  

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the direct supervision of the Director of Social Development, the Enhanced and Expanded Trauma-Informed Cultural Support Coordinator is responsible for increasing the capacity of trauma-informed health and cultural support services for Class Members and potential Class Members both on-reserve and off-reserve. Additionally, this role includes managing and supervising Cultural Support Workers to ensure effective service delivery and program development.

REQUIREMENTS

•      A degree or diploma in social work, or a related field would be an asset.
•      Extensive experience working within Indigenous communities, with knowledge of Mushkegowuk cultural practices and traditions.
•       Experience and knowledge of Indigenous issues and the Child Welfare System.
•        Strong experience in trauma-informed care and cultural safety practices.
•       Experience managing staff, providing supervision, and overseeing program development.
•       Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills to work with community partners, Elders, and mental health providers.
•        Knowledge of First Nations health systems, including First Nations and Inuit Health Branch (FNIHB) and Non-Insured Health Benefits (NIHB) program.
•        Understanding of the historical and intergenerational impacts of child welfare on Indigenous communities.
•       Ability to communicate in the Cree language would be considered an asset.
•       Must have a Valid Ontario Class G Driver’s License
•       Current Police Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Screening are required. 

WHY JOIN OUR TEAM

Mushkegowuk Council offers a competitive compensation package, as well as a cohesive work environment and opportunities for development.

• Health and Dental Benefits
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Matched Pension Contributions
• Generous Vacation and Leave Entitlements

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Full vaccination against COVID-19 is mandatory for this position and operation (the Council will however adhere to its duty to accommodate those who are unable to be fully vaccinated for a reason related to a human right protected ground).

HOW TO JOIN OUR TEAM

SUBMIT RESUME AND THREE (3) RECENT WORK REFERENCES with their phone numbers and e-mail addresses, quoting Competition #2025-010 no later than 4:00 PM on May 12/25 to:

Human Resources Department

MUSHKEGOWUK COUNCIL

PO Box 370

Moose Factory, ON P0L 1W0                                  

Resumes can be emailed to: jobs@mushkegowuk.ca or faxed to 705-268-3282

We thank all applicants for their interest, however only selected candidates will be contacted for an interview. If you have any accessibility or special requirements, please let us know and we will do our utmost to accommodate, in accordance with applicable legislation.