Indigenous Traditional Ceremony Provider - Milner Ridge, Canada - Manitoba Government

Description

Introduction

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.