Archive for March, 2023

Department: Nisichawayasihk Cree Nation (NELSON HOUSE MEDICINE LODGE)
Position: One(1) FULL TIME ASSISTANT COOK – PERMANENT
Deadline: Wednesday, April 12, 2023
Start Date: ASAP
Salary Range: $20.00/hour
Ref #: NCN-2023-03-29-001

Primary Role:

The Assistant Cook assists the Head Cook with the effective operation of the kitchen to assure efficiency of the operations, nutritional adequacy and acceptability of dietetic service to the residential treatment program participants. The primary duties of the Assistant Cook are to assist in the preparation, cooking and service of the nutritious menus.

Knowledge, Abilities and skills:

Ability to take directions and use the knowledge acquired from dietician/nutritionist and Head Cook in the food preparation, cooking and services.

Education and Experience required:

Any combination of training and experience, which provides the required knowledge, ability and skills. Must have a valid Safe Food Handling certificate.

People selected for this position must be an abstainer of alcohol, cannabis & illegal drugs for at least 4 months. An understanding of Aboriginal culture & the ability to speak Cree is an asset.

If you are interested, please forward your cover letter, Criminal Records Check and resume to:
Nora Thomas, Human Resource Administrator
Nisichawayasihk Cree Nation
Phone: (204) 484-2604
Cell: (204) 307-1178
Email: [email protected]

Deadline: Monday, April 3, 2023
Department: Nisichawayasihk Cree Nation (NELSON HOUSE MEDICINE LODGE)
Position: One (1) Male Treatment Counsellor
Start Date: ASAP
Salary Range: Negotiable
Ref #: NCN-2023-03-20-001

Primary Role:

This position is an integral part of the treatment and prevention teams that provide traditional healing services for individuals struggling with substance dependency and/or concurrent disorders that impacts them in different life areas. Their primary function is to coordinate and deliver traditional and cultural activities offered in the Nelson House Medicine Lodge programs.

People selected for this position must be an abstainer of alcohol, cannabis & illegal drugs for at least 5 years. An understanding of Aboriginal culture & the ability to speak Cree is an asset.

Knowledge, Abilities And Skills:

• This position requires knowledge of various counselling techniques, group facilitation and presentation skills, assessments, treatment planning and evaluation.
• Human relations skills are needed to guide influence and motivate others to attain the Centre’s goals and objectives.
• Must have a good understanding of Indigenous ways of healing that allows the promotion of culture as the foundation to their healing and recovery.

Education And Experience:

• Graduate from a recognized college or university with a degree or certificate in Social Work, counselling or related field preferred; or any combination of training and experience that provides the required knowledge, abilities, skills and competencies.
• Employer is willing to train candidates who do not have the education but demonstrate a passion and the ambition to work in this field. For a full job description, please enquire within.
• Must have Class 5 minimum, and willing to obtain a Class 4 license.
• Must have clear Criminal Records Check (within the last 6 months).
• Must have basic knowledge of MS programs such as Word, PowerPoint, Publisher, Outlook and Excel, or willingness to obtain.

If you are interested, please forward your resume, cover letter and Criminal Records Check to:
Nora Thomas, Human Resource Administrator
Phone: (204) 484-2604
Cell: (204) 307-1178
Email: [email protected]

Deadline: Monday, April 3, 2023
Department: Nisichawayasihk Cree Nation (NELSON HOUSE MEDICINE LODGE)
Position: ONE (1) FEMALE Traditional Land Based Healer
Start Date: ASAP
Salary Range: $41,600.00 – $54,742.76
Ref #: NCN-2023-03-20-001

Primary Role:

Coordinate and deliver all aspects of the traditional and cultural activities offered in the Nelson House Medicine Lodge programs.  They will work directly with clients in the residential and outpatient treatment programs.  They will work collaboratively with staff and community partners so they may help their clients begin to understand how the cultural teachings and ceremonies serve as a foundation for their personal healing and recovery.

People selected for this position must be an abstainer of alcohol, cannabis & illegal drugs for at least 5 years. An understanding of Aboriginal culture & the ability to speak Cree is an asset.

Duties And Responsibilities:

• Work as an integral part of the treatment and prevention teams; assisting the Counsellors in the development of holistic assessments and healing plans that encompasses traditional values, beliefs and practices
• Facilitate cultural workshops and ceremonies
• Harvest medicines needed for clients’ wellness and recovery, and for those who may be experiencing withdrawal symptoms
• Work on evenings and weekends on a rotation basis with other members of the treatment team.
• Liaison with community partners in health and wellness initiatives
• Other duties assigned from time to time.

Knowledge, Abilities And Skills:

• This position requires an individual with extensive knowledge and experience of the traditional Indigenous way of life and spiritual practices. This person must be fluent in an Indigenous language, preferably Cree; and ability to read and write in English, and have respect for others’ teachings. They must be willing to expand and improve present knowledge and experience as it relates to traditional teachings and/or ceremonies that may benefit clients in their healing from the harms of addiction and mental health.   Must demonstrate ability to maintain confidentiality. Must possess a valid minimum Class 5 driver’s license.

Education And Experience:

This position is unique in that it requires a person who is knowledgeable in the Indigenous and Western worldviews. They must demonstrate a good working knowledge of traditional healing practices, natural plant medicines, teachings and be able to conduct healing ceremonies that will aid our clientele in their recovery from trauma, addictions and withdrawal from substances.   Successful candidate must have a minimum of 5 years of experience working directly with clients and their families afflicted with mental health and/or substance use disorders.

If you are interested, please forward your resume, cover letter and Criminal Records Check to:
Nora Thomas, Human Resource Administrator
Phone: (204) 484-2604
Cell: (204) 307-1178
Email: [email protected]