128-26-3 Cultural Advisor

Six Nations•Ohsweken, ON

5d•CA$35 - CA$43•Hybrid

About The Position

The Cultural Advisor acts as a primary resource to the Crisis Hub staff in its development and enhancement of the provision of services that correspond with Ogwanohgwatrae:’ Tseh Niyogwai:ho`de` (Our Hodinohshoni Beliefs). The Cultural Advisor thereby supports consistent, culturally safe service delivery and crisis response. The Cultural Advisor ensures the appropriate development of cultural resources and delivery of cultural programming to facilitate preservation and promotion of traditional Hodinohshoni practices, thereby enhancing a positive and strong cultural identity among clients and staff.

Requirements

Post-Secondary degree or diploma in Indigenous studies and five (5) years’ experience working in cultural preservation OR a minimum of eight (8) years’ experience working in cultural preservation
Must have working knowledge of Cayuga and/or Mohawk languages and possess an ability to communicate with diverse cultural and educational backgrounds
Experience in supporting those in crisis situations
Knowledge of the unique social dynamics of the Six Nations of the Grand River
Hodinohshoni ancestry with understanding, practice and sharing of Hodinohshoni history, culture, traditions, ceremonies, principles and values
Demonstrated commitment to the culture and community by providing services in ways that respect Hodinohshoni culture and practices
Knowledge of Hodinohshoni concepts of health and wellness
Possess a valid Driver’s License

Nice To Haves

Familiar with Six Nations community and services available in the area
Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training
Mental Health First Aid Training
Non-Violent Crisis Intervention & De-escalation
Trauma Training

Responsibilities

Provides relevant, competent cultural support services to the Crisis Hub team, and to the Well-Being Programs when available or needed.
Provide intensive short-term support, crisis intervention and service coordination as a walk-in, or mobile in the community.
Seek to balance the application of professional and clinical practices with the traditional Hodi:noshoni: culture and values as foundation.
Show compassion, empathy, and responsiveness while understanding the impact each different crisis situation has on individuals/families of the Six Nations community.
Instructs management and staff regarding aspects of Hodinohshoni culture, knowledge and practices to support health of clients and stabilization of crisis.
Ensures cultural support services are delivered with excellence and conform to Ogwanohgwatrae:’ Tseh Niyogwai:ho`de
Provides Gasgyao:nyok to Crisis Hub staff, clients and families
Works collaboratively with traditional community leaders, Traditional Medicine Practitioners and Helpers for the provision of traditional medicines and practices for clients as well as staff well-being;
Plans, organizes and coordinates cultural workshops, programming and activities, teachings and practices for clients and staff as required;
Assists in the delivery of Ogwanohgwatrae:’ Tseh Niyogwai:ho`de services;
Acts in a professionally appropriate manner both when working and not working, and is a positive role model for clients and staff;
Provides continued updates and reports to the Crisis Hub Manager.
Follows the appropriate protocols necessary with internal and external supports in order to effectively manage a crisis response.
Work closely and collaboratively with all the Mental Wellness Teams.
Attends staff and program meetings as required.
Conducts presentations within the community on cultural supports and services as requested.
Provides check-ins and follow-up with clients/community members who are in crisis.
Attends and participates as a team member in staff meetings, workshops, and training sessions.
Maintains documentation according to the organization's policies and professional standards and guidelines.
Completes documentation in relation to Mobile Crisis /Crisis Response
Collection of stats and data specific to crisis response and client interactions.
Employs effective decision-making skills to prioritize crisis response needs and understands the dynamics of individuals in crisis.
Other Administrative functions as required, e.g., answering the telephone, answering messages, copying and filing, etc.
Provides support to cultural/traditional Crisis Hub initiatives in the community by providing educational support as directed by the Crisis Hub Manager.
Any other related duties as may reasonably be required by the Crisis Hub Manager.
It is the responsibility of the employee to be aware of and adhere to all policies and procedures, including those that relate to client safety, staff safety and risk management.