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Cultural & Ceremonial Worker

Lac La Ronge Indian Band
La Ronge, SK
Full-time
Experienced
Posted 14 days ago
Salary:

The Lac La Ronge Indian Band's Woodland Wellness Centre is inviting applications for the following Permanent Full-Time positions based out of La Ronge, SK:

The suitable candidate will be able to perform the following duties:

  • Assisting the Elder/Cultural Advisors in conducting/preparing for spiritual ceremonies;
  • Supports traditional knowledge, experience and skills to the participants of the Woodland Wellness Centre;
  • Assisting the treatment staff in the delivery of health care services including but not limited to; promotion and prevention;
  • Assisting in the planning and organizing events such as; cultural camps, canoe trips, hunting, fishing, gathering, planting and harvesting community gardens, berry picking expeditions, trips and traditional outings for the participants;
  • Maintaining all cultural equipment and supplies;
  • Assisting the Elder/Cultural Advisors by; providing transportation, chopping wood, shovelling snow, hunting and gathering; food, traditional medicines, wood and rocks;
  • Working closely with the Treatment Team by assisting in; providing support, awareness, reinforce teaching, interpreting and advising;
  • If able, act as an interpreter between English and Cree speaking clients, health care providers, and accompany clients when necessary to appointments;
  • Engage Treatment centre families and community members in basic life skills from a traditional perspective;
  • Other duties as assigned by supervisor and/or designate.

The suitable candidate will possess the following qualifications:

  • Minimum Grade 12 Diploma or Equivalent;
  • 1-2 years' relevant experiences in Cultural and Traditional Practices;
  • A combination of education and relevant experience may be considered;
  • Extensive knowledge of and experience with Woodland Cree Culture and Traditions is a must;
  • Maintain exemplary lifestyle, i.e. be free from drugs and alcohol, no swearing, etc.
  • Must carry a high degree of Respect for women, children and all genders.
  • Possession and Acquisition License (PAL), Hunter's Safety Certificate and Boating License;
  • Valid WHMIS and First Aid/CPR Certification;
  • Ability to speak/understand the Cree Language is a strong asset;
  • Saskatchewan Safe Food Handling Certificate;
  • Must have a Valid Class 5 Driver's License and own a reliable vehicle;
  • Must provide a satisfactory Criminal Record Check/Vulnerable Sector Check, and SGI Driver Abstract

To apply, please submit a cover letter and resume including three (3) references (excluding Chief and Councilors), one from your most recent/current employer, to the following:

Human Resource Office Phone: 306-425-9109

Woodland Wellness Centre Fax: (306) 425-9108

Box 850 E-mail: [email protected]

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