Wiidookaa-Gagewi (Programs Coordinator) (Full-Time) – Siloam Mission

Job Title: Wiidookaa-Gagewi (Programs Coordinator) (Full-Time)

Location: Winnipeg, MB

Job Description: JOB SUMMARYUnder the Director of Community Wellness, the Wiidookaa-Gagewi (Programs Coordinator) is responsible for program delivery of a variety Wellness Programming offered at Siloam Mission. Adoption of the Medicine Wheel framework in balancing the physical, mental, spiritual, and emotional wellness of the individuals we serve is key to maintaining a person-centered, trauma-informed approach in our program development and implementation. A part of the Spiritual Wellness team, the Programs Coordinator will work alongside other departments collaboratively with the shared goal of a Winnipeg without chronic homelessness.KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIESDuties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:Administration

• Assist the Community Wellness team in maintaining the Indigenous Resource Library through research, assessment, acquiring and care for Indigenous cultural and educational resources;
• Create, update and maintain an attendance schedule for Indigenous Knowledge Keepers and Elders, advising Knowledge Keepers and Elders of monthly functions and coordinating logistics for Elders for each engagement both on-site and off-site when necessary;
• Assist Director of Community Wellness to maintain cleanliness, traditional medicines and supplies for Na a way Ishkode (Centre Fire) and Spiritual Wellness programs;
• Assist the Community Wellness team with providing insight and support in the development of protocols and best practices for Indigenous engagement within Siloam Mission;
• Assist Director of Community Wellness on tracking data and statistical information and preparing internal reports as required;
• Provide administrative support for internal and sector committees where directed;

Community Programming and Connections

• Plan, develop and deliver a variety of programs that support the physical, spiritual, mental and emotional wellness of individuals;
• Foster relationships with Knowledge Keepers/Elders and create/maintain a Knowledge resource/directory for on-going programming throughout Siloam;
• Assist with creating an effective and supportive connection between Indigenous/non-Indigenous service providers and community supports in order to expand community access to Indigenous learning and practice;
• Work with the Director of Community Wellness on strategies to foster connections between community members and their home community and/or broader community supports;

Event Coordination

• Assist the Community Wellness team in planning community and/or seasonal celebrations/feasts/events and organizing workshops for Siloam Mission staff and community members;
• Assist the Director of Community Wellness in coordinating Indigenous-led events, such as, National Indigenous Day, National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, youth gatherings, Indigenous Open Houses, land-based learning events, or conferences;
• Build and nurture positive relationships with current and potential Indigenous partners for the purposes of joint initiatives, voluntarism, fund development and to elevate the profile of the Siloam in the community;
• Assist with tours of businesses and individuals that come to volunteer and highlight the work of Siloam Mission’s Truth and Reconciliation strategy;
• Ensure all Siloam Mission’s Indigenous events are communicated effectively both internally and externally in order to maximize their return;
• Develop and implement a measurement system in order to evaluate the benefit of these Siloam’s events;

Communications

• Assist the Spiritual Wellness team to support communications by developing key messages on Indigenous materials, assisting with organizing press conferences, writing media releases and other related material;
• Work to ensure consistency of branding and messaging for all communications related to Siloam’s Truth and Reconciliation Strategy;
• Assist with coordinating Indigenous Employees Circle meetings and provide content for Siloam’s blog and/or Siloam’s 30 Days of Reconciliation and Learning;
• Monitor media for relevant news stories and identify new opportunities to promote Indigenous awareness for staff and volunteers through current issues;
• Assist with designing print publications, including brochures, newsletters, and Indigenous-led event promotional materials;
• Regularly gather, compile or edit testimonials, stories and photographs and conduct interviews to be used in communications and promotional materials in relation to Siloam’s Truth and Reconciliation Strategy;
• Assist the Community Wellness team with reviewing/updating the Truth and Reconciliation web site content to ensure information is current, contact the appropriate persons as updating is required and write or edit copy as needed;

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Experience working with Elders and Knowledge Keepers and an understanding of Indigenous culture, spiritual care, traditions and history;
• An interest in special event planning, public relations and/or project management;
• A valid 5F driver’s license, a clear driver abstract, a reliable vehicle and the ability to travel is an asset;
• Experience working with the Indigenous community in a non-profit organization is ideal;
• Clear Vulnerable Sector Check and Clear Adult Abuse Registry Check will be required.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/BEHAVIORS

• Knowledge of the intergenerational impacts of residential schools, intergenerational healing practices and trauma informed practices;
• Excellent organizational and time management skills;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
• Ability to work well with and builds successful working relationships with internal and external partners and Indigenous community;
• Ability to work independently, and positively contribute to the team;
• Confident, dynamic, and a results-oriented professional who can exercise strong judgment when balancing multiple priorities with overlapping deadlines;
• Ability to exercise good judgement, show initiative and be proactive;

WORKING CONDITION

• Hours of work: Thursday – Monday, 8:00 am – 4:30 pm with occasional evenings and weekends;
• Office environment;
• Frequent off-site events;
• Hazardous conditions could potentially include unpredictable or risky behaviours from community members;

WORKPLACE HEALTH & SAFETYThe incumbent contributes to making the organization safe for clients and staff and recognizes the importance of reporting unsafe situations and participating in follow up reviews as a learning opportunity.

• Provides a safe environment by ensuring adherences to Workplace Safety and Health
• Regulations and Policies, Infection Control Guidelines, WHMIS and Safe Work Procedures. Immediately investigates and recommends corrective action on any unsafe acts, work conditions, incidents, near misses, injuries or illnesses.
• Demonstrates understanding of role and responsibilities in fire prevention and disaster preparedness and participates in safety and health training programs including the facility’s Fire, Disaster and Evacuation Plan.
• Supports an environment which avoids, prevents and corrects all activities or actions which may result in an adverse outcome in the delivery of services. Community Member safety is a standing item for all individual and departmental meetings.

CLOSING DATE: 10 JANUARY 2025

Company Name: Siloam Mission

Salary: $52020 – 70380 per year

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