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About UOS:
Under One Sky is a vibrant and caring community hub, providing programs and services, educating, advocating for, and empowering a healthy and proud Indigenous Community. Under One Sky invites applications for a Wabanaki Wellness Coordinator to support our growing organization.
The Opportunity:
The position of Wabanaki Wellness Coordinator will collaborate with the Sakolomolsowakon Family Wellness Program (SFWP) to deliver land-based programming for 2SLGBTQI+ individuals, families of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls (MMIWG), men and boys. Traditional land-based activities will be the foundation of this program, involving Elders, and Traditional Knowledge Holders and Indigenous Artists.
Why UOS:
- Education, support and mentoring in traditional Wabanaki land-based arts and culture and program design in Year 1 by the Wabanaki Wellness Lead and ongoing support by the UOSFC team.
- Professional development opportunities
- Opportunities to engage in Indigenous culture (smudging, beading, drumming, sweatlodge ceremonies, medicine picking, etc.)
- Paid sick days
- 15 vacation days per year
- Paid statutory and Indigenous holidays
- 35-hour work week
Responsibilities:

• Coordinate traditional land-based programming for families of MMIWG, members of the 2SLGBTQI+ community, men and boys. Mentoring will be provided by the Wabanaki Wellness Program Lead.
• Build and maintain relationships with Elders, Traditional Knowledge Holders and Indigenous Artists to support future collaboration for workshops and events.
• Develop workshops and events centered on traditional land-based activities, such as drum making, hunting, basket weaving, tracking, and traditional cooking, by involving Elders, and Knowledge Holders and Indigenous Artists.
• Coordinate and communicate with Elders, and Knowledge Holders and Indigenous Artists to arrange transportation, meals, and accommodations for land-based learning field trips.
• Create and ensure a safe learning environment indoors and outdoors for artists, participants and elders to do ceremony, teach and share traditional skills and knowledge.
• Conduct community outreach to promote traditional land-based programming, attract participants, and advertise workshops and events through social media platforms.
• Work with artists to source and prepare materials and/or equipment.
• Facilitate communication between Elders, Traditional Knowledge Holders and Indigenous Artists and our internal team to coordinate contracts for professional services.
• Regular collaboration with the Sakolomolsowakon Family Wellness Program (SFWP).
• Organize debrief and planning meetings with land-based learning team and others as required.
• Oversee project data collection and evaluation for events and workshops, including tracking participant numbers and gathering feedback for continuous improvement.

Essential Skills/Qualifications/Experience:

• Passion for Indigenous culture, language, ceremony, and knowledge.

· Experience in relationship and partnership development with Indigenous communities and organizations, provincial, federal, and private sectors.

• Experience communicating with a diversity of people from different backgrounds, ages and abilities.
• Experience working as part of a team.
• Experience developing and delivering projects or programs.
• Experience or willingness to be trained in Reporting and Project Management.

· A Criminal Background/Vulnerable Sector and Social Development check is required.
How to Apply:
At Under One Sky, we believe in the power of diversity and recognize that qualifications and experience can vary widely among applicants. We encourage individuals who may not meet every requirement listed in this job ad to apply. We understand that talent and potential can come from various backgrounds and experiences and if you’re passionate about the role and eager to learn and grow, we welcome your application. Preference will be given to qualified Indigenous candidates. We encourage Indigenous applicants to self-identify in their applications.
To apply for this position, please email your cover letter and resume to danielle@uosfc.ca
Applications will be accepted until: October 31, 2024
Under One Sky thanks all applicants for their interest in this career opportunity; however, only those considered for the position will be contacted.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From $45,000.00 per year
Benefits:

• Company events
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Vision care
• Wellness program

Flexible language requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person