Indigenous Traditional Ceremony Provider - Open until filled

CHN Indigenous Traditional Ceremony Provider

Regular/full-time

(4 Positions)
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Manitoba Justice

The Pas, Milner Ridge, Headingly & Women's Correctional Institutions

The Pas MB, Milner Ridge MB, Headingley MB

Advertisement Number: 42053

Salary(s):   CHN $62,773.00 - $79,019.00 per year

Closing Date:   June 11, 2024

The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drives a high standard of service and innovation. The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities).

This is a preference competition. All applicants are encouraged to apply, however first consideration for this competition will be given to Indigenous people. Applicants are requested to self-declare at the time of application.

An eligibility list may be created for similar positions and will remain in effect for 12 months.  This competition may be used to appoint successful candidate(s) to current and future CHN regular appointments or acting status subject to staffing approval.

Please include two (2) letters of support outlining your experience as a traditional ceremony provider from Elders/Indigenous Spiritual Care Providers with your résumé/application.

The Indigenous Traditional Ceremony Provider is a member of the team responsible for providing opportunities for both inmates and staff to gain knowledge and understanding of Indigenous traditions and teachings. The incumbent reports directly to the Superintendent and receives day to day support from the Assistant Superintendent of Programs for coordination and delivery of services. 

Conditions of Employment:

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada

• Satisfactory Internal Security Check
• Satisfactory Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Security Check
• Satisfactory Child Abuse Registry Check
• Satisfactory Adult Abuse Registry Check

Qualifications:
Essnetial:

• Experience providing a variety of Indigenous ceremonies and teachings within an Indigenous community
• Experience performing a Sweat Lodge and a Pipe Ceremony
• Experience in providing culturally appropriate counselling
• Provide timely and effective services to a large caseload
• Ability to effectively problem solve various sensitive situations and maintain confidentiality
• Effective verbal communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment

Desired:

• Ability to communicate in an Indigenous language
• Experience working with Indigenous people who are in conflict with the law

Duties:
As a member of the Spiritual Caregivers' team, the Indigenous Traditional Ceremony Provider will conduct appropriate ceremonies and other spiritual activities, will be present and visible throughout the Correctional Centre and provide individual, group and family counselling. The successful candidate will promote positive healthy change to help reduce the risk of recidivism and reoffending through the teaching of Indigenous culture, philosophy, practices and the holistic approach to life. This position provides resource contact information in the community for release planning. 

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We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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