All Sagkeeng CFS workers are expected to exhibit a commitment to the 7 Teachings: Respect, Love, Wisdom, Bravery, Truth, Honesty, and Humility. Sagkeeng CFS is committed to providing employment and professional development to Indigenous People. Sagkeeng Child and Family Services (SCFS) is a First Nations CFS Agency who strives to recruit inspired, accountable and driven individuals to join our diverse talented team of professionals. The Cultural Worker is an individual with extensive knowledge and experience of the traditional Indigenous way of life and spiritual practices. Qualifications: • Must possess a valid minimum Class 5 driver’s license. • The ability to speak and/or understand the Ojibway Language is considered and asset and respect for others' teachings • This position is unique in that it requires a person who is knowledgeable in the Indigenous and Western worldviews. • They must demonstrate a good working knowledge of traditional healing practices, natural plant medicines, teachings and be able to conduct healing ceremonies that will aid our clientele in their recovery from trauma, substance use and mental health disorders, and withdrawal from substances. Successful candidate must have a minimum of 5 years of experience working directly with clients and their families afflicted with mental health and/or substance use disorders. Duties & Responsibilities: • Facilitate cultural workshops • Maintain an inventory record of cloth, prints, tobacco, and other ceremonial supplies • Engage the help of clients and staff, to maintain an adequate supply of wood and rocks for the sweat lodge and fasting camps, and in preparation for the winter months. • With the help of clients, set up camp prior to the fasting camp or winter camp. • Each summer, select treatment staff and clients to assist in the harvesting of medicines needed for the year. • Get involved in the strategic planning process and attend the group meetings as per accreditation standards. • Work on evenings and weekends on a rotation basis as needed • Liaison with community partners in health and wellness initiatives, e.g. (Family & Community Wellness Centre, elementary school and high school, Justice, etc.) that involve clientele • Participate in the planning of activities. • Assist in program evaluations and studies. • Other duties assigned from time to time. Sagkeeng Community members and Indigenous candidates are encouraged to self-identify. Qualified candidates will be required to undergo a criminal record check, child abuse registry check, and a prior contact check as a condition of employment. Sagkeeng Community members and Indigenous candidates will be given preference and are encouraged to self-identify as being of Indigenous descent.