Cultural Coordinator

at  Michif Child and Family Services

Michif Child & Family Services (MCFS) Agency is a mandated child and family services agency with the responsibility to administer and manage culturally appropriate community-based child protection and support services for Metis and Inuit people in Manitoba.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• BSW or BA and two years related experience, or a combination of education and five yeas related experience.
• Knowledge related to areas of substance abuse, family violence, child maltreatment, and child development.
• Strong oral and written communication.
• Current certification in CPR and emergency First Aid is an asset.
• Experience working with Metis and Inuit people.
• Experience in planning, developing and coordinating events.
• Experience and knowledge of Metis culture and relevant practices, events, activities and traditions.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Ability to work collaboratively within a team, with other community and related service organizations to achieve Agency goals and objectives.
• Experience in facilitating/conducting supportive groups.
• Experience and knowledge of Metis culture and relevant practices, events, activities and traditions.
• Ability to teach and mentor children, youth and others about traditional practices and their significance.
• Strong interpersonal, administrative, organizational and written communication skills
• Excellent communication skills including written, computer literacy skills using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint), emails, report writing, oral presentation skills, listening and observation skills.
• Knowledge of childhood development, effects of attachment and trauma, and the intergenerational impact of Residential Schools and Colonization.
• Ability to maintain a highly professional approach to youth, collaterals and colleagues.
• Knowledge of and open to learning about Metis and Inuit culture.

• Implement and coordinate a range of cultural events and programs at various location throughout the region.
• Complete Cultural Plans in coordination with assigned workers, caregivers, children, youth, families and others.
• Teach and mentor children, youth and others about traditional practices and their significance.
• Identify program and service gaps and inform supervisor
• Identifies resource needs, provides rationale, for expenditures staying within budgets.
• Complete documentation including referral forms, daily contact notes, letters, and memos.
• Complete all administrative and reporting requirements.
• Coordinate and plan cultural events including booking space, purchasing supplies and creating event posters.
• Organizing and develop event calendars.
• Traveling throughout the region facilitating cultural events and activities.
• Participate in Cultural Committee activities.
• Practice professional conduct, communication and behavior in the workplace as set forth in Agency policy
• Connect children and families to local cultural resources (regional MMF offices, locals etc)
• Be aware of upcoming cultural events and activities occurring within our service regions and sharing that information with workers and families.
• Develop and maintain a resource list of cultural people, resources and other Elders / Knowledge Keepers available to the Agency.Lead and connect youth with events and outings that will highlight the history and traditions of Metis people.
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  Prior to commencing employment the successful applicant will be asked to provide satisfactory results of a Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Search, a Child Abuse Registry Check, and Prior Contact Check at their own expense. A valid Manitoba driver’s license and the use of a personal vehicle are requisites as travel is required.
  MCFS offers a supportive and progressive work environment, competitive salaries, excellent benefits package and training opportunities.
  We thank all who apply; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.