The Nogojiwanong Friendship Centre (NFC) is a not-for-profit, culture and community-based organization mandated to serve the needs of urban Indigenous people in the City of Peterborough and surrounding area. The NFC is currently accepting applications for a full-time position as our Apatisiwin Program Coordinator.
NFC is an inclusive organization, encouraging applications from qualified candidates, including persons with disabilities, and members of visible minorities. The position is open to qualified candidates although preference will be given to candidates with Indigenous ancestry (please self-identify in your application).

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 2 years post-secondary education in Indigenous studies, social work, or related field
• Minimum 3 years of demonstrated and related work experience with employment & training
• Other combinations of education and experience will be considered
• Strong knowledge and awareness of Indigenous culture and history, with a strong understanding of the impacts of trauma
• Understanding of the Indigenous Skills and Employment Training Program (ISETP)
• Knowledge of budgeting, WSIB, Employer/Employee rights
• Outstanding communication, analytical, problem-solving, and trouble-shooting skills
• Proficiency in MS Office applications; good organizational and administrative skills
• Ability to work within NFC’s established policies and procedures, and the ability to work independently and as a part of a team with minimal supervision
• Possess current First Aid / CPR certification or be willing to be certified
• A satisfactory Criminal Reference Check (CPIC) with a Vulnerable Sector Search (VSS) will be a condition of the employment offer.
  Salary: $45,900.00 - $56,100.00 (with a 3-month probation)
  Benefits: Health care spending account, 2 weeks paid vacation, 10 days of paid sick time, 5 paid wellness days, holiday closures.
  Schedule: 8:30-4:30 Monday to Friday with evenings and weekends as needed
  Work Location: In person
  Please email your Resume, Cover Letter and Three Working References to the attention of:

The Apatisiwin Program Coordinator will ensure all aspects of the Apatisiwin program are planned, coordinated, delivered, maintained, and evaluated. In addition, will practice and role model cultural competency and cultural safety using a trauma-informed wholistic approach within the broader community.