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NORTHERN NISHNAWBE EDUCATION COUNCIL Secondary Teacher – Full Time Position Supply Teachers – Casual Education Assistants - Casual NNEC invites applications for one full time teaching position, supply teachers and education assistants for the 2012-2013 year at Pelican Falls First Nations High School. Pelican Falls First Nations High School is a private school operated by the Northern Nishnawbe Education Council under the direction of the Sioux Lookout District Area Chiefs. Pelican Falls First Nations High School is a unique facility that is located on Pelican Lake in the traditional territory of Lac Seul First Nation and within the Municipality of Sioux Lookout, Ontario. NNEC provides: • Competitive salary • Extended vacation periods • Established student support staff and counselling network Minimum Qualifications: • Certificate of Qualifications and Intermediate/Senior qualifications in required subject area(s); • Member of Ontario College of Teachers • Experience teaching First Nation students an asset • Special Education background an asset • Computer literacy • Ability to speak a District First Nations language an asset Term:
August 2012 to May 2013.
Applications must be received by 4:00 p.m. Friday, August 3, 2012. Fax, email or mail your resume complete with statement of personal philosophy of education, copy of Ontario Certificate of Qualification and written permission for NNEC to contact three employment references and a brief cover letter to Human Resources at NNEC Head Office in Frenchman=s Head (807)582-3865 fax, email humanresources@nnec.on.ca or mail to Box 1419, Sioux Lookout, Ontario P8T 1B9. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted NNEC requires Criminal Background Checks from those offered positions www.nnec.on.ca
AUGUST 2, 2012
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Tikinagan Child & Family Services Founded by our Chiefs and Elders, Tikinagan continues to focus services and staff positions in the First Nations we serve. We believe our role is to be there in the communities, mentoring young parents, supporting families and protecting children. Our work is guided by the Tikinagan service model – Mamow Obiki-ahwahsoowin (Everyone working together to raise our children). We invite applications for the following jobs, which are open until filled unless a closing date is indicated: Aroland – Live-in Foster Parents Bearskin Lake – Prevention Services Co-ordinator Cat Lake – Prevention Services Co-ordinator, Casual Relief Workers, Secretary/Receptionist Deer Lake – Family Services Worker Eabametoong (Fort Hope) – Direct Services Supervisor (Child Care), Family Services Worker Fort Severn – Child Care Worker, Secretary/Receptionist (full-time, term until Dec. 12, 2012) Kasabonika – Family Services Worker, Secretary/Receptionist, Child Care Worker, Residential Care Worker Keewaywin – Prevention Services Co-ordinator, Child Care Worker Kitchenuhmaykoosib (Big Trout Lake) – Residential Care Worker, Casual Relief Workers, Office Administrator, Kitchen Cook (part-time), Traditional Life Skills Educator (male), Maintenance Worker, Residential Counsellors Lac Seul – Casual Relief Workers Marten Falls – Prevention Services Co-ordinator Mishkeegogamang – Child Care Worker, Family Services Worker Muskrat Dam – Secretary/Receptionist, Maintenance Worker/Janitor (part-time) Neskantaga – Family Services Worker Nibinamik (Summer Beaver) – Family Services Worker, Prevention Services Co-ordinator Pikangikum – Intake/Investigation Worker, Child Care Worker, Residential Care Worker Poplar Hill – Prevention Services Co-ordinator, Residential Care Worker Red Lake – Family Services Worker (serving Pikangikum, term to April 13, 2013), Live-in Foster Parents (serving Pikangikum, 14 days on/14 days off) Sandy Lake – Child Care Worker (serving Sandy Lake, North Spirit Lake & Deer Lake), Maintenance Worker (Aug. 3 closing date) Sioux Lookout – Casual Relief Workers, Direct Services Supervisor (Telephone Intake), Intake/Investigation Workers, Information Resource Worker, Finance Clerk, Family Services Worker Slate Falls – Casual Relief Workers Wapekeka – Direct Services Supervisor Webequie – Prevention Services Co-ordinator Wunnumin Lake – Child Care Worker
For more information about these jobs, you can: * Visit our website, www.tikinagan.org, under “New Jobs” * E-mail hr@tikinagan.org to request details * Call Christina Davis, human resources secretary, at: (807) 737-3466 ext. 2249 or toll-free 1-800-465-3624 NEW WEBSITE FEATURE – Apply for jobs online
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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
SIOUX LOOKOUT FIRST NATIONS HEALTH AUTHORITY
SHELTER WORKER
RESIDENTIAL COUNSELLOR Internal/External Posting Permanent Full Time –Term Position Location: Sioux Lookout, Ontario
Overnight Shift 9:30 pm to 7:30 am Monday through Thursday The Sioux Lookout Out of the Cold provides: Transition Housing, Emergency Shelter, Food Bank, Meal programs and referral services. The Overnight Shelter Workers support and supervise overnight guests of the Emergency Shelter, ensure the safety of all persons in the building, assist with the preparation of breakfast, share in cleaning of the building and laundry of bedding, towels, and clothing. The Overnight Shelter Worker works 4 – 10 hour shifts per week, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday a total of 40 hours. There is a medical benefit plan after the probationary period. Minimum Qualifications: • High School Diploma • Related work experience or education • Reliability and punctuality • Ability to relate to people in friendly, respectful and caring way • Understanding and appreciation of Aboriginal history and culture • Ability to work independently and as a team member • Ability to understand and speak Ojibway or Oji-Cree an asset. Please forward your resume with a cover letter and three references to: Sioux Lookout Out of the Cold, Box 674, Sioux Lookout ON P8T 1B1 Phone: 807 737-7499 Fax: 807 737-0065 Email: ootc@bellnet.ca Deadline is August 10, 2012 Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Residential Counsellor is required for full time position. Team members will be responsible for carrying out daily programming, facilitating groups, case conferencing and supervision of clients. QUALIFICATIONS • Child and Youth Worker diploma and/or related discipline; • Experience working with youth in a residential treatment setting; • Must have experience and understanding of Native culture, and of the geographic realities and social conditions within remote First Nation Communities; • Work experience in Residential Services with children, adolescents, and families. KNOWLEDGE & ABILITY • A thorough understanding of the Child & Family Services Act and Mental Health Act a definite asset; • Ability to communicate in one or more of the First Nations dialects of the Sioux Lookout District will be an asset; • Ability to take direction and facilitate individualized treatment plans; • Knowledge of child development and therapeutic modalities in working with youth. • Excellent time management and organizational skills, as well as the ability to work independently; • Must be willing to relocate Please send cover letter, resume, three most recent employment references and an up-to-date criminal reference check with a Search of the Pardoned Sexual Offender Registry to: Human Resources Department Sioux Lookout First Nations Health Authority 61 Queen Street, P.O. Box 1300 Sioux Lookout, Ontario P8T 1B8 Phone: (807) 737-1802 Fax: (807) 737-2969 Email: Human.Resources@slfnha.com Closing Date: August 16, 2012 The Health Authority wishes to thank all applicants in advance. However, only those granted an interview will be contacted. For additional information regarding the Health Authority, please visit our Web-site at www.slfnha.com
NORTHERN NISHNAWBE EDUCATION COUNCIL NNEC is not for profit educational organization. Under the direction of the Sioux Lookout District Chiefs, NNEC delivers secondary and post secondary education programs and services for First Nations people. NNEC operates Pelican Falls First Nations High School and Centre, Dennis Franklin Cromarty High School, Wahsa Distance Education Centre, and has offices in Lac Seul (head office), Sioux Lookout and Thunder Bay. NNEC welcome applications for the following position: HOUSE COUNSELLOR (Female) House Counsellors - Casual (Male and Female) PELICAN FALLS CENTRE Pelican Falls Centre is a School with residential facilities for approximately 180 students and staff on a 10 acre site. The House Counsellor will be responsible for supervising and caring for ten to fourteen students attending the Pelican Falls First Nations High School and living at one of the Centres. QUALIFICATIONS • A post-secondary degree/diploma in social work, youth counselling or a related field AND two years counselling experience with First Nations youth OR the equivalent of five years counselling experience. • Class “F” Ontario Driver’s Licence • Fluency in Oji-Cree, Ojibwe or Cree preferred • A sensitivity to and understanding of First Nations culture and traditions. LOCATION:
Sioux Lookout, Ontario
HOURS OF WORK:
Modified work schedule from August to June annually.
START DATE:
Immediately
SALARY:
Hourly rate, will commensurate with education and experience. Hours of work and payment subject to an averaging work schedule.
Only those selected for an interview will be contacted NNEC requires a Vulnerable Persons Check to be completed for all staff at time of hiring Applications must be received by 4:30 pm, Friday, August 10,2012. Fax or email your resume with written permission for NNEC to contact three employment references and a brief cover letter to Personnel Officer at (807)582-3865 fax, email humanresources@nnec.on.ca or mail to Box 1419, Sioux Lookout, Ontario P8T 1B9. For further information contact Gerson Agustin, Director of PFC (807) 737-3369.
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Telemedicine Informatics Educator – Job Posting SUMMARY Reporting to the Clinical Services Coordinator (CSC), the Telemedicine Informatics Educator coordinates telemedicine training for Community Telemedicine Coordinators (CTCs) and for KO eHealth Services staff and other KO health staff. The Informatics Educator assesses CTC training needs, provides training, supports the acquisition of specific telemedicine skills and knowledge, develops continuous learning plans, and monitors learner success and performance. S/he takes the lead role to ensure CTC certification. The Informatics Educator prepares practical learning materials, documents standard telemedicine procedures, and prepares and updates training procedure manuals. The Informatics Educator provides technical assistance in his/ her work with the CTCs and the telemedicine team to ensure high quality telemedicine delivery. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES a) Diploma or degree in Nursing or other health field preferred b) Experience working with First Nations communities in health or education c) Knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal culture and values, and of the geographical and health care challenges of First Nations in the Sioux Lookout district d) Familiarity with health system in the district e) Experience with adult learning and training strategies f) Ability to learn, adopt and teach new technical and clinical skills and practice g) Understanding of and interest in the use of communications and learning technologies in health care delivery h) Excellent interpersonal skills i) Strong computer skills (M/S Office Suite, E-mail, Internet) j) Good oral and written communications skills k) Able to work independently or as part of a team l) Ability to speak Cree, Oji-Cree or Ojibway an asset m) Some travel to remote communities required Location: Balmertown, Ontario Deadline for applications: Friday, August 24, 2012 Please send cover letter, resume and three written references to: Hiring Committee Keewaytinook Okimakanak P.O. Box 340 Balmertown, ON P0V 1C0