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Family Services Counsellor

One Temporary Part Time Position (up to 25 hours per week)

(12 months with possibility of extension)

Comp # NBIH-2026-05-04

Salary $40.00 hourly

Recent Vacancy

Location: All sites serviced by The North Bay Indigenous Hub The North Bay Indigenous Hub (NBIH) will provide a wide range of programming services including traditional healing, primary care, health promotion, chronic disease management, family-focused maternal/child health care, mental wellness care, diabetes care, and a culturally integrated licensed day care facility. All the programs are to be delivered in a culturally safe manner to the local urban Indigenous population in addition to our partner First Nations, Nipissing, Temagami and Dokis First Nations. This new Indigenous Primary Health Care team seeks a motivated, self-starter who is passionate about positive health outcomes for Indigenous people.

Under the direction of the of the Director of Indigenous Primary Care of the North Bay Indigenous Hub (NBIH), this position will be responsible to assist in the delivery of culturally competent and safe counselling and support that promotes healthy family functioning in relation to personal, family and community values while providing linkage to relevant community resources with a focus on prevention, family preservation and strengthening cultural identity.

The Family Services

Counsellor will be part of an inter-professional team at the North Bay Indigenous Hub (NBIH).

Qualifications:

- Diploma is Social Service Worker or Indigenous Wellness and Addiction
- Minimum 2 years experience in a related field
- Knowledge of Indigenous culture, values, traditions and the impacts of colonization on individuals and families
- Experience working within culturally appropriate service models for Indigenous people
- Fluency in a traditional language is an asset
- High level of sound and independent judgement, reasoning and discretion
- Professional, responsive and positive work attitude is essential




- Ability to work within interdisciplinary teams
- Demonstrated community work experience with families to improve wellness, coping skills, and empowerment in the following areas: poverty issues, housing, legal, social assistance, education, family violence
- Valid Class G Driver’s License, access to a reliable vehicle and insurance
- Ability and willingness to travel and to work flexible hours

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

- In depth knowledge of Indigenous Social Determinants of Health
- Cultural understanding of traditional parenting, family roles with a connection to culture and ways of being
- Role modeling wise practices in Indigenous wellness
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills for report writing case notes with strong family advocacy
- Ability to build rapport and trust with community members

Responsibilities:

- Work with, educate and coach individuals, families and group by counselling using trauma-informed and strengths-based approaches
- Liaison for children and families that require support with case management or coordination of service provision
- Integrated traditional practices and cultural knowledge into healing plans
- Build trust with families and develop a dependable and reliable relationship
- Assess client needs, develop care plans, and advocate for families in navigating systems
- Connect families with community resources
- Maintain accurate client records, reports and data in compliance with agency policies.

A current Criminal/Police Records Check and Vulnerable Persons check is a requirement for this position. Qualified applicants are invited to submit a letter of interest, resume and three (3) current references no later than 4:30pm on Monday, May 11, 2026 to:

Ashley Patey, Human Resources Manager

North Bay Indigenous Hub

3B Maang Road, Nipissing First Nation

North Bay, ON P1B 8G5

https://giiwednomshkikiiwgamig.ca/

Miigwech to all applicants for their interest; however, only those who qualify for an interview will be contacted. Preference will be given to qualified Indigenous applicants. However, the position is open to all applicants.

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📌 Family Services Counsellor (North Bay)
🏢 North Bay Indigenous Hub
📍 North Bay