September 12, 2024

POSTING NUMBER – 24-09-14 (Please include this number when applying)

Position: Heart Helper (Various positions available)

Classification: Full- Time, Part- Time and Casual positions available

Location: Rural Manitoba – HANDS OF MOTHER EARTH (HOME) Residential Program

Starting Salary: $23.08 – $24.52 depending on position

Daily Travel Incentives Provided

Background:

Under the responsibility of the Team Lead and in accordance with the Centre’s philosophy and principles for service the H.O.M.E Heart Helper will assume responsibility for providing comprehensive support and holistic services aimed at empowering youth and facilitating their healing journey. The H.O.M.E Heart Helper is passionate, committed, and engaged in improving the lives of young Indigenous women and families.

Qualifications:

  • Child & Youth Care Diploma or acceptable equivalent and related experience
  • Understanding of Indigenous values and community issues.
  • Group care and/or healing lodge experience would be an asset.
  • Care and healing plan development and implementing with the young woman.
  • Experience providing support/supervision for youth.
  • Ability to promote life skill development by providing guidance and support for youth to develop practical life skills that can help them function more independently and confidently in daily life.
  • Understanding of program implementation and facilitation skills.
  • Experience liaising and consulting with collateral agencies with regards to specific youth or service concerns in general.
  • Incumbent must be aware of the impact and effects of trauma on the lives of the young women and be able to establish relationships to build on trust and genuine caring.
  • Needs to have the ability to work cooperatively with others and contribute as a team member.
  • Ability to work under stressful situations as part of a team.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills.
  • First Aid/CPR Certification.   
  • Valid Class 5 Drivers License

Open until filled.

Attention: Gillian Anderson, Human Resources Assistant
Ma Mawi WI Chi Itata Centre, Inc

350-200 Alpine Way

Headingley, Manitoba  R4H 0B7

Fax # 204-946-5042 or HR@mamawi.com

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. As an Indigenous employer, we encourage First Nations, Inuit and Métis applicants to self-declare when applying.