Cultural Advisor - Ohsweken, Canada - Six Nations of the Grand River Elected Council

Six Nations of the Grand River Elected Council

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Ohsweken, Canada

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

beBee Recruiter

Description

JOB SUMMARY**:
The Cultural Advisor (Odaihohnyanih/Hadaihohnyanih) reports to and works under the direction and supervision of the Program Supervisor.

Under the direction of the Six Nations Child and Youth Health Team Program Supervisor, our Odaihohnyanih/Hadaihohnyanih will advise, support, and advocate for programming rooted in Haudenosaunee cultural values.

Our Odaihohnyanih/Hadaihohnyanih is immersed in our Entry to School program and acts as a resource to the Entry to School Team in its development and delivery of culturally safe services.

The Entry to School Program is a six month group based program to prepare children with autism entering school for the first time to be successful in their transition to school.

The role of our Odaihohnyanih/Hadaihohnyanih is to preserve and promote traditional Haudenosaunee practices, thereby enhancing a positive and strong cultural identity for clients and their families.

They will advise on setting up the environment, and review curriculum, treatment plans, and provider recommendations from a Haudenosaunee cultural perspective.

They will take the lead on community engagement efforts for autism programming and will incorporate community feedback in programming decisions.

The Cultural Advisor (Odaihohnyanih/Hadaihohnyanih) works within the policies and procedures established by Six Nations of the Grand River.

Type
Contract

Closing Date
April 26, 2023

Term
Until March 31, 2024

Hours of Work
35 hours per week

Wage

TBD

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

Working experience of cultural preservation and teachings OR

Bachelor of Arts in Indigenous studies, and experience in working with Six Nations children and family

Fluent or highly knowledgeable in Cayuga and/or Mohawk language
Must have knowledge of Haudenosaunee traditions, culture, storytelling, and ways of being
Understands importance of confidentiality under PHIPA
Valid Class "G" license and reliable transportation

SUBMISSION PROCEDURE:
(Choose one
method ONLY
):

Method #1:
Online

Cover letter including your band name and number (if applicable). Please indicate in your letter how your education and experience qualifies you for this position.
Recent resume clearly identifying that you meet the Basic Qualifications of this position as stipulated above.
Copy of your education diploma/degree/certificate and transcript.

Method #2:
GREAT - Applications must include
all of the following**:

Printed, filled in and authorized Six Nations of the Grand River Application for Employment Form.
Cover letter including your band name and number (if applicable). Please indicate in your letter how your education and experience qualifies you for this position.
Recent resume clearly identifying that you meet the Basic Qualifications of this position as stipulated above.
Photocopy of your education diploma/degree/certificate and transcript.
Place all documents listed above in a sealed envelope and mailto or drop off at:

Cultural Advisor - Contract
c/o Reception Desk

Grand River Employment & Training (GREAT)

P.O. Box 69, 16 Sunrise Court

Ohsweken, Ontario N0A 1M0