Company: Hamilton Regional Indian Centre

The Hamilton Regional Indian Centre is currently accepting applications for the new position of

Indigenous Peer Support Program Worker.

The Hamilton Regional Indian Centre (HRIC) is a large Indigenous not for profit organization. We are culturally based 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.

The Indigenous Peer Support Program Worker under the direction of the Executive Director or Designate will provide networks of support and mentorship to urban Indigenous people released from custody or in circumstances including but not limited to; conditional sentence, probation or parole as they seek to improve their mental health, reduce harms associated with their behaviours, avoid justice system recidivism, and pursue a Good Mind.

The Indigenous Peer Support Program Worker will facilitate the development of a peer network comprising of people with experience with justice involvement and with mental health and/or addictions concerns, who can work together in achieving the Good Mind. The Program Worker serves urban Indigenous community members under community supervision orders and builds effective partnerships with mainstream community agencies, advocating broadly wherever necessary to improve both health and justice-system outcomes.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Post secondary diploma/certificate in Social Service Work, Community Justice, and/or Indigenous Studies or related equivalent education and/or experience, skills, and abilities as determined by the Executive Director;
• 2 years of demonstrated work experience working with justice involved individuals;
• Experience working in an Indigenous organization is an asset;
• Experience in program planning, development, implementation, facilitation, data collection and evaluation;
• Experience with case management;
• Strong knowledge and awareness of Indigenous culture and history;
• Knowledge of Indigenous and non-Indigenous supports and services;
• High flexibility with strong interpersonal skills that allow one to work effectively in a diverse environment;
• Non-Violent Crisis Intervention training and experience is an asset;
• First Aid/CPR certification or be willing to be certified;
• Skilled in use of Microsoft Office/365 applications and other databases;
• Valid driver’s licence with clear driving record is an asset: and,
• Satisfactory Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector

HOURS OF OPERATION: Monday to Friday 8am to 8pm (8-hour shift within these hours of operation), occasional evenings/weekends

SALARY RANGE: $51,345.00-$57,050.00 per annum

The HRIC is a highly flexible organization offering additional compensation in accordance with current policies. This includes 7 paid personal emergency days, 5 paid cultural days, 4 paid holidays beyond mandatory Employment Standards, paid vacation, paid shutdown over the winter holiday week, and health benefits. HRIC employee group benefits program has mandatory enrollment for full time permanent employees; employees will be eligible 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, HRIC 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, HRIC 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 of Turtle Island, HRIC shall give preference to Indigenous people of Turtle Island who possess the requisite skill sets and experience.

HRIC does not currently use Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the screening of applications. Please submit a cover letter, resume, 3 references to jobs@hric.ca 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