Full Time – 40 hours a week
We are Community Leaders:
Ka Ni Kanichihk Inc. is a nonprofit, community based; Indigenous-led human-centered services organization that provides a broad range of Indigenous identified programs and services that focus on the wholeness, wellness that builds on the strengths and resilience of Indigenous Peoples.
The Opportunity:
The Coordinator will manage, administer, and oversee delivery of the Kistesimaw “Eldest Brother” program. The program is a prevention initiative that focuses on young boys under the age of 12 in conflict with the law and provides support and resources through providing one-on-one and group mentorships.
What You Will Be Doing…
- Developing program delivery tools, as well as planning, implementing, evaluating, and monitoring of the program;
- Oversee the day-to-day management of the program and staff;
- Provide creative leadership, mentorship and support;
- Facilitate recruitment, oversee work plans and budgets;
- Complete all program related reports;
- Ensure traditional knowledge is incorporated in the design, development and delivery of the program;
- May also be required to prepare and submit proposals;
Who You Are:
- Relevant post-secondary education, or combination of education and experience;
- Three (3) years’ experience working with Indigenous boys, ages 12 and under;
- Strong understanding of child development processes;
- Physically able to engage in physical activities with children;
- Experience in facilitating group activities;
- Experience with Case Management Model;
- Understanding of Wrap around Approach;
- Strong morals and ethics, along with a commitment to staff and participant privacy.
- Must be prepared to work 40 hours a week with flexible hours including weekends, evenings;
- Must provide a clear criminal record and child abuse registry check
- Commitment to cultural reclamation practice and traditional healing practices
- Must possess a valid Manitoba Driver’s License, clear drivers abstract and reliable access to a vehicle;
You Have:
- Understand the male role influence when working with boys;
- Accompany boys and/or family to recreational/leisure, appointments, referrals, educational,
- Cultural and other appropriate resources to ensure active and ongoing participation occurs;
- Conduct home visits;
- Record case notes and produce report documentation as per program requirements;
- Program planning, preparation and facilitation;
- Maintain regular contact with participants and families, and collaterals in their lives;
- Demonstrate and incorporate cultural knowledge competence;
- Ka Ni Kanichihk is committed to achieving employment equity, therefore encourage applicants to self-declare in Cover letter if Indigenous (First Nation (includes Status, Treaty or Non-Status), Metis and Inuit);
To Apply:
Applicants are asked to submit a cover letter and resume, detailing how you meet the requirements of this posting, and your salary expectations. .
Candidates are required to provide a current (within the past 6 months) Criminal Record Check, Child Abuse Registry Check, a valid driver’s license, access to a vehicle, and a driver’s abstract prior to starting this position.
Ka Ni Kanichihk remains committed to achieving employment equity; candidates are strongly encouraged to self-declare in their cover letter if they are of Indigenous ancestry.
Please forward your cover letter and resume to:
Human Resource Specialist
Ka Ni Kanichihk Inc.
101-1065 Portage
Winnipeg, MB R3G 0R8
Email: HR@kanikanichihk.ca
Ka Ni Kanichihk thanks all applicants, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.