POSITION: Omushkego Youth Wellness Support Worker
DEPARTMENT: Administration
COMPETITION #: 2026-014
LOCATION: Timmins, ON
TERM: Full-Time
CLOSING DATE: April 28, 2026

POSITION SUMMARY
Under the supervision of the program manager, the Omushkego Youth Wellness Support Worker promotes the physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual wellbeing of Indigenous youth living in an urban environment. This role provides culturally grounded support, advocacy, and mentorship while coordinating land‑based and wellness‑focused programming that strengthens identity, belonging, and connection to community. Guided by Elders, Knowledge Keepers, and Indigenous worldviews, the Support Worker helps youth navigate challenges, build resilience, and access culturally safe services.

REQUIREMENTS
- Education in social work, child and youth, indigenous studies, or a related field
- Minimum 1-2 years of experience working with Indigenous youth in community, educational, or social service settings.
- Knowledge of Mushkegowuk cultures, traditions, and the impacts of colonization on youth and families.
- Provide one‑on‑one support, mentorship, and advocacy for Omushkego youth ages 12-18.
- Offer culturally safe, trauma‑informed, and harm‑reduction‑based support.
- Demonstrate respect for Indigenous culture, language, teachings, and community protocols.
- Work experience with Elders, Knowledge Keepers, and cultural practitioners
- Strong relationship‑building and communication skills.
- Ability to create culturally safe, youth‑centered environments.
- Program planning, facilitation, and event coordination skills.
- Experience with youth engagement, outreach, and leadership development.
- Required to work outdoors in all seasons for land‑based activities.
- Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends for youth programming.
- Valid G or G2 driver’s license is an asset
- Vulnerable Sector and Criminal Record Check

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 #2026-014 no later than 4:00 PM on April 28, 2026 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.