Sacred Child Wellness Worker (female)

Minwaashin Lodge

Indigenous Women’s Support Centre 

2323 St. Laurent Blvd 

Ottawa, ON K1G 4J8

Internal - External Job Posting

Sacred Child Wellness Worker (female)

(Relying on Provisions of Section 23 of the Ontario Human Rights Code)

Position reports to:    Manager, Children and Youth Programs  

Location:                         2323 St. Laurent Blvd. Ottawa, ON K1G 4J8
Work Conditions:         Located in an office setting; very low/low risk environment 

Start Date:                       Immediate 

End Date:                         Until Filled 

Benefits/Pension:        Attractive benefits pkg

Salary:                               Salary dependent on work experience 

Under the Accessibility of Ontario and Disability Act (AODA), Minwaashin is committed to fostering an equitable, accessible, and inclusive workplace.

Summary:

The Sacred Child Wellness Worker role is to aid in the implementation of activities/programs associated with the Sacred Child Program. This position requires knowledge of family violence issues with emphasis on the perspective and needs of children who witness and knowledge/understanding of the holistic approach to healing through tradition and culture.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• To work with the Manager to create a safe environment for the families and children

• To provide emotional and practical support to abused women and their children

• To help children learn, share and explore culture and tradition related to family healing

• To maintain and update resource material

• Responsible for Play Lodge upkeep, organizing and cleaning toys after each visit

• Prepare Play Lodge for family meetings/access visits

• To prepare art activities

• To help with food bank deliveries and distribution to community

• Prepare healthy snacks & meals for children participating in program

• Implement cultural relevant activities and programs

• Work in partnership with other City agencies to provide programs and services.

• Accompany team members on outreach/ home visits/access visits

• Maintain program statistics, provide written and verbal reports, conduct intakes, andkeep client files updated and current

• Maintain records according to CAP-C requirements

• Attend weekly team meetings and monthly staff meetings

QUALIFICATIONS:

• College Diploma in Early Childhood Education or equivalent combination of education and work experience with children

• Minimum one-year experience in the field

• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office

EMPLOYER PREFERENCES:

• First Nation, Inuit, Métis or non-status 

• Bilingual

EMPLOYER REQUIREMENTS:

• Current Criminal Records Check

• CPR/First Aid Certification (willingness to train)

• Driver’s License/clean driving record required for operation of Commercial vehicles

• Personal vehicle with 2 million liability insurance an asset

• Must be available for evening and weekend work as required.

To Apply:
Send a cover letter, a complete resume with three (3) references to Kate Holden– Finance/Human Resources- Minwaashin Lodge, 2323 St. Laurent Blvd. Ottawa, ON K1G 4J8 or email to: kholden@minlodge.com

We thank all those that apply; however, only those invited for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please.