The Lac La Ronge Indian Band's Woodland Wellness Centre is inviting applications for the following Permanent Full-Time position based out of the Cultural Support Department La Ronge, SK:

Cultural Support Manager

The suitable candidate will be able to perform the following duties:

• Oversee the Cultural Support department and land-based activities, ensuring alignment with the Woodland Wellness Centre's (WWC) mission and values.
• Collaborate with the WWC Director and management team to enhance service delivery and program development.
• Supervise and mentor cultural support staff, ensuring ethical practice and professional conduct.
• Manage departmental budgets, conduct regular meetings, and develop strategic goals and individual work plans.
• Organize and lead cultural and land-based activities that support participants' healing journeys, incorporating traditional Woodland Cree practices.
• Develop and implement safety, educational, and cultural awareness plans tailored to participants' needs.
• Collaborate with Woodland Cree Elders and Knowledge Keepers to maintain cultural integrity in programming.
• Provide ongoing supervision, performance evaluations, and professional development for assigned staff.
• Ensure compliance with WWC policies, Occupational Health & Safety Standards, and confidentiality requirements.
• Foster a positive and collaborative team culture and help by responding to any questions or concerns.
• Support team members in achieving individual and collective goals.
• Collaborate with team members to develop innovative and effective cultural based treatment wellness initiatives, involving elders, cultural workers, and community agencies.
• Conduct regular assessments and evaluations to measure program impact.
• Perform any other task as assigned by the supervisor.

The suitable candidate will possess the following qualifications:

• Minimum Bachelor' Degree in Cultural/Indigenous studies or related field;
• Minimum (3-5) years experience in organising and leading land-based cultural activities;
• Prior experience in managing teams and supervisory role;
• Experience working with First Nations communities, preferably in a cultural or therapeutic setting;
• Ability to develop and implement culturally relevant programs and curriculum;
• Strong organizational skills & able to multi-task;
• Ability to work independently as well as a member of a team;
• Willing to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends;
• Advanced computer skills including Microsoft Office;
• Must have experience working with First Nations communities and knowledge of Woodland Cree Culture & Traditions and must be able to speak and understand Cree language;
• Must possess a valid class 5 driver's license and own a reliable vehicle;
• Must be able to provide a satisfactory Criminal Record Check, Vulnerable Sector Check, & SGI Driver's Abstract.

Date of Posting: Sep 04th, 2024 Deadline: Until Suitable Candidate is found

To apply, please submit a cover letter and resume including three (3) references (excluding Chief and Councilors), one from your most recent/current employer, to the following:

Human Resource Office Phone: 306-425-9109

Woodland Wellness Centre Fax: (306) 425-9108

Box 850 E-mail: [email protected]

Air Ronge, SK. S0J 3G0 Website : https://llrib.com/llrib-jobs/

NOTE: Please be advised applications received without the proper documentation shall not be considered. In the cover letter, please indicate permission to contact references. Your references MUST be people who you reported to and had direct supervisory authority over you.

• Telephone interviews will not be granted. However, an interview via Teams may be granted.
• LLRIB thanks all interested applicants; however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.