Cultural Facilitator

Cultural Facilitator

REPORTS TO: Band Manager

TERM: Full-Time, Permanent upon Successful completion of probation

SALARY RANGE: $30.97 to $34.47/hr

POSITION OBJECTIVE

The Cultural Facilitator will guide and engage families, children, youth and community members in cultural activities promoting spiritual healing and wellness in a supportive and ethical manner the Cultural Facilitator also provides opportunities to share knowledge of Ojibwe culture, tradition, history and protocols.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

● Develop programming that is based on cultural programs, in connection to the land

● Provide opportunities for traditional learning

● Coordinate Sharing/Learning Circles as required

● Promotes and supports traditional Zhiibaahaasing First Nation cultural teachings and practices for families, community and staff

● Coordinate the planning for cultural knowledge and activities

● Support the planning of traditional dancing, singing, drumming, community and/or seasoned celebrations/feasts, traditional and social events

● Provide administrative and program support to the departmental committees, as required

● Plan, Coordinate, and facilitate cultural workshops, ceremonies, and teachings

● Facilitate hands-on cultural workshops, circles, and land base learning such as traditional crafts, songs, drumming, medicines and ceremonies

● Adapt facilitation methods to suit diff erent groups, including youth, adult, and families

● Provide cultural insights to departments within Zhiibaahaasing First Nation with the development of policies of laws

● Facilitate and participate in ceremonies

● Facilitate traditional ceremonies such as smudging, sweat lodges, feasts, pipe ceremonies, naming ceremonies, and seasonal celebrations

● Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

● Excellent communication skills

● Ability to work independently, professionally, friendly, and open-minded

● Strong experience in interacting with First Nations and communities

WORKING CONDITIONS

● Evenings, Weekend work and travel may be required at times

● Will be required to work indoors and outdoors

HOW TO APPLY

Please forward your cover letter, and resume by email to: melanie@zhiibaahaasing.org   RE: Cultural Facilitator