To assist in the development and provisions of culturally appropriate community support services through a variety of programmed formats specified to the Timmins Native Friendship Centre and surrounding Timmins Community. To assist in the development of community support services with particular attention to the needs of Indigenous families, specifically 0 – 6 years of age. To assist with the support to children 0 – 6 years and their families through provision of holistic and preventative services. Develop or further enhance contacts within the community that will support the Indigenous Maskwa Wakahikan program and its clients.

Education/Work Experience:

• A post-secondary education diploma in Social Work or Health Sciences, and/or combination of an equivalent and relevant education.

• 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.

• To be knowledgeable of and to work with community agencies and referral sources.

• Establish and maintain priorities, work under stress and deadlines.

• Must have the ability to work as a team player and be capable of coordinating activities with other Friendship Centre Programs.

• Knowledge of the Friendship Centre movement, its aims and objectives.
• Knowledge of the Timmins Native Friendship Centre’s programs and services.

• Minimum of 2 years of demonstrated and related work experience within an Indigenous organization or community.
• Knowledge of Aboriginal cultures.
• Ability to speak Cree and/or Ojibway an asset.
• Current Standard First Aid and Level C CPR; WHMIS; and Food Handler Certificate.
• Excellent knowledge and ability to work proficiently with the company software packages, e-mail and the Internet.

• Experience in working with not-for-profit, provincial and federal funding agencies.
• Must be licensed to drive a motor vehicle, insured to do so in the Province of Ontario and have access to a safe and reliable vehicle.
• Ability to provide a clear Criminal Reference Check and Vulnerable Persons Check.

Working Hours:

Works a flexible 35 hour work week,. It is mandatory to ensure the program consists of a minimum of (2) evening or weekend programming per month. Salary range $ 50,000 Health benefits, cultural and wellness days.

TNFC is committed to an inclusive, barrier free selection process. If contacted regarding this competition, please advise the interview coordinator of accommodation measures you may require during the selection process. Information received relating to accommodation needs of applicants will be addressed confidentially.

*Three (3) employment references will be required at the time of the interview* Special working conditions cover a range of circumstances from regular days, some occasional weekends, working outdoors, working with challenging clients, travel and so forth.