Maternal Child and Youth Health, WellbeingContract (Up to March 31, 2028)JOB SUMMARY:Reports to and works under the direction and supervision of the Maternal Child and Youth Health Team Manager which includes matters pertaining to the policies and procedures of Six Nations Elected Council.Position Description – Department of WellbeingPOSITION TITLE: Land-Based Program Coordinator – Maternal Child and Youth HealthREPORTING RELATIONSHIP:Reports to and works under the direction and supervision of the Maternal Child and Youth Health Team Manager which includes matters pertaining to the policies and procedures of Six Nations Elected Council.TypeContract (Up to Mar. 31, 2028)Closing DateOctober 14, 2026Hours of Work35hr/weekWage*A competitive compensation package will be offered commensurate with qualifications. *BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:College Diploma in outdoor education, environmental studies, science or related fields with three (3) years' demonstrated skills in land and water-based activities as well as demonstrated skills/experience in leadership and/or program developmentORHigh School Diploma with a minimum of eight (8) years' experience undertaking land and water-based activities which include, but not limited to; hunting, fishing, canoeing, building structure, preservation of land and its natural resources, gardening, tree & plant identification, etc.Must possess a valid Ontario Class G Driver's Licence and be willing to travel.Possess a boat license; or willingness to obtainORCKA or Paddle Canada trained; or willingness to obtainFirst Aid/CPRDemonstrated knowledge of Hodi:nohshoni/ Rotinonhsion:ni cultureKEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:Technical Functions:Assist in the development and implementation of the Hodi:noshoni/ Rotinonhsion:ni Wellness Model and trauma-informed care using culture as foundation for the development of land-based services and programs.Fulfills the role of Workplace Health and Safety Committee Representative and ensures all staff adhere to Health and Safety practices and protocolsEnsure appropriate use of land and water-based skill that is respectful of Hodi:nohshoni/ Rotinonhsion:ni knowledge and practice.Utilize culturally safe and evidence informed practice principlesAdhere to safe handling and operational practices when facilitating land and water-based activities that have a high potential for serious risk, harm, or injuryParticipate in program development and accreditation activitiesAssist in the development and facilitation of land-based activities that support the development of effective coping strategies and build resiliencePlans, organizes and coordinates cultural workshops, programming and activities, teachings and practices for clients and staff as requiredAssists in staff training as requiredEngages in ongoing training and learning opportunities with Hodi:nohshoni/ Rotinonhsion:ni knowledge and practice.Acts in a professionally appropriate manner both when working and not working,



and is a positive role model for clients and staffProvides opportunities for student employment and student placements with the team by providing functional supervision for appropriate student placements and summer student employment relevant to position.Works collaboratively with Team Manager to ensure buildings and grounds maintenance and plans align with program activities and goalsIn collaboration with the Manager and Cultural Advisors, determines the priority of work.May be required to work evenings, nights or weekends when requiredCommunications Functions:Works closely with Cultural Advisors and other applicable services to support programming from a Hodi:nohshoni/ Rotinonhsion:ni knowledge and practiceUtilizes ethical, culturally appropriate principles throughout programming and communicating with community partners, participants, knowledge keepers and facilitators.Attends case conferences, as required to provide input in order to coordinate care and optimize client outcomesAttend monthly Health and Safety Committee Meetings and communicate updates as neededAttend training as required/requested and deliver summary of training in staff meetingsRepresents Maternal Child & Youth Health at community events in accordance with Six Nations Elected Council Policies and ProceduresProvides updates and reports to the Team Manager as requestedAdministrative Functions:Attend team meetings as requiredAccountable for submission of all invoices related to daily work functionsResponsible for implementation of appropriate inventory log and equipment use logPrepares monthly narrative report to Team ManagerReviews and provides Activity Plans to Manager prior to implementing new programming.Supports the development of Seasonal Program Binders that include completed activity plans, costs and facilitator information.Supports the development of program calendars grounded in Onkwehonwe'neha – original ways of being, knowing and doingSupports program enhancements by regularly conducting activity evaluations aimed at identifying successes, opportunities for improvement and overall impact.Maintains statistics relevant to the position, fulfills annual work plan activities and documents required information.Take lead on coordinating and executing existing land-based programming.Other Functions:Provide support to program development and planning as advised by the Team ManagerPerforms other job related duties as may reasonably be required by the Team Manager.Will provide support to the Six Nations Emergency Measures Plan by ensuring awareness of the Emergency Measures Plan and assistance as instructed by the Director of WellbeingIt is the responsibility of the employee to be aware of and adhere to all policies and procedures, including those that relate to client safety, staff safety and risk management.WORKING CONDITIONS:Work as a high public profile, extensive public contact and is subject to deadlines and interruptions.Work as part of a team to support and deliver land-based activities and healing.Work will include activities outdoors in all elements, appropriate attire required.Work may at times be subject to unscheduled hours, including on-call and weekend coverage as well as programming,



when necessary.Intermediate stress; required high degree ofconfidentiality.KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:College Diploma in outdoor education, environmental studies, science or related fields with three (3) years' demonstrated skills in land and water-based activities as well as demonstrated skills/experience in leadership and/or program developmentORHigh School Diploma with a minimum of eight (8) years' experience undertaking land and water-based activities which include, but not limited to; hunting, fishing, canoeing, building structure, preservation of land and its natural resources, gardening, tree & plant identification, etc.Must possess a valid Ontario Class G Driver's Licence and be willing to travel.Possess a boat license; or willingness to obtainORCKA or Paddle Canada trained; or willingness to obtainFirst Aid/CPRDemonstrated knowledge of Hodi:nohshoni/ Rotinonhsion:ni cultureOther Related Skills:Hodinohshoni ancestry with understanding, practice and sharing of Hodinohshoni history, culture, traditions, ceremonies, principles and valuesDemonstrated Knowledge of Hodi:nohshoni/ Rotinonhsion:ni cultureDemonstrated commitment to the culture and community by undertaking sustainable land and water-based activities in ways that respect culture and practicesDemonstrated leadership qualities and knowledge of Hodi:nohshoni/ Rotinonhsion:ni concepts of health and wellnessWillingness to learn trauma informed care and harm reduction approachesStrong knowledge of Six Nations Community and importance of culture as foundationStrong organizational and time management skillsDemonstrated interpersonal, verbal and written communication skillsUnderstands the importance of Confidentiality and has ability to work with tact and discretion.Clean and current vulnerable sector police checkWORKING RELATIONSHIPS:With the Director of WellbeingReceives direction, guidance, encouragement; discusses plan and priorities.With the Wellbeing Senior Leadership TeamReceives direction, guidance and discusses plans, priorities or actions to ensure tasks are done efficiently and effectively, receives instruction and supervision.With Maternal Child and Youth Health Team ManagerReceives direction, guidance and discusses plans, priorities or actions to ensure tasks are done efficiently and effectively, receives instruction and supervision.With Other StaffCourtesy, cooperation and teamwork with all staff.With External AgenciesRepresents and promotes Six Nations' interests relative to Maternal Child and Youth Health and the Department of Wellbeing; seeks to develop sound,qualified and working relationships.With the PublicRepresents and promotes Maternal Child and Youth Health, Wellbeing and Six Nations Elected Council in a courteous, cooperative, positive and proactive manner; provides information asrequested.IMPACT OF ERROR:Errors in judgement and in the conduct of duties could lead to lose credibility, poor public relation, confusion, duplication of effort and misinformation being given to the Director of Wellbeing, Human Services Committee, Six Nations Elected Council, Government Agencies and the public.CONTROL:Guiding principles set by the Department of Wellbeing and Six Nations Elected Council. Works within the administrative policies and procedures established by the Six Nations Elected Council for the Department of Wellbeing and other legislation provided by the respective go

📌 184-26-4 Land Based Program Coordinator (Haldimand County)
🏢 Six Nations Of The Grand River
📍 Haldimand County