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Location

Hamilton, ON | Canada

Job description

The Hamilton Regional Indian Centre (HRIC) is a large Indigenous not for profit organization. We are culturally based and community focused and committed to driving positive change for the community. As a staff member of HRIC you will have opportunity for professional growth, access to Elders and Traditional Knowledge Keepers, and a generous benefit package. We strive to uphold pre-colonial management and policy structure, while being supportive and maintaining a positive work atmosphere.

Qualifications:

• 2-year post-secondary diploma in Education Field, Indigenous Studies or a combination of equivalent and relevant education;
• Experience working in a community organization and/or experience with Indigenous population;
• Experience working with youth;
• Strong knowledge and awareness of Indigenous culture and history, with particular on the emphasis on the impacts of trauma and community outreach;
• Knowledge of Indigenous and non-Indigenous community services and supports;
• Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Training;
• First Aid/CPR certification;
• Sufficient skills in use of Microsoft Office applications and 365;
• Valid driver’s licence with clear driving record and have access to reliable transportation is an asset;
• High flexibility with strong interpersonal skills that allow one to work effectively in a diverse environment; and,
• Satisfactory Criminal Record check (CPIC) or Vulnerable Sector Search (if applicable).

REQUIREMENTS

The Hamilton Regional Indian Centre (HRIC) is a large Indigenous not for profit organization. We are culturally based and community focused and committed to driving positive change for the community. As a staff member of HRIC you will have opportunity for professional growth, access to Elders and Traditional Knowledge Keepers, and a generous benefit package. We strive to uphold pre-colonial management and policy structure, while being supportive and maintaining a positive work atmosphere.

HRIC is a highly flexible organization offering additional compensation including 5 paid cultural days, 4 paid holidays beyond mandatory Employment Standards, paid shutdown over the Christmas holiday week, and health benefits. HRIC health benefits are offered to full time permanent employees, employees will be able to enroll upon the successful completion of their (3) three-month probationary period.

HRIC is committed to providing a barrier-free work environment in concert with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. As such, Hamilton Regional Indian Centre will make accommodations available to applicants with disabilities upon request during the recruitment process.

HRIC strives to ensure that its employment practices are free from direct and indirect discrimination and is committed to upholding the human rights of those participating in the hiring process. In pursuit of this commitment, Hamilton Regional Indian Centre will not condone or tolerate any acts of discrimination or harassment under any of the grounds protected under human rights legislation. This commitment extends to the hiring process and throughout the course of employment.

Since this position is engaged primarily in serving the interests of Indigenous people, HRIC shall give preference to Indigenous people who possess the requisite skill sets and experience.

Please submit a cover letter, resume, 3 references to [email protected] or in an envelope marked CONFIDENTIAL to:

Human Resources

Hamilton Regional Indian Centre

34 Ottawa Street North, Hamilton, Ontario L8H 3Y7

FAX: 905-548-0024

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