Indigenous Cultural Wellness Coordinator

ABOUT US

Siloam Mission is a Christian-based non-profit service organization for Manitobans who have experienced homelessness and who struggle with mental health issues, physical and cognitive disabilities, addictions, or trauma. Founded in 1987, the mission provides emergency shelter, meals and clothing, supportive housing, and a variety of healing, support, and recovery services to help people transform their own lives and reach their full potential.

What matters to you?

Being in a work culture that operates out of their core values of HEART (holistic, equity, altruism, relationships, and truth and reconciliation) - embracing diversity, promoting equality and inclusion.

JOB SUMMARY

The Indigenous Cultural Wellness Coordinator plays an important role in Siloam Mission's commitment to honouring Indigenous perspectives, knowledge and approaches to wellness and reconciliation.

As part of the People, Culture & Wellness Department, the Coordinator develops and delivers Indigenous cultural and spiritual wellness programming across multiple Siloam Mission locations, supporting the holistic well-being of community members and employees.

Drawing on their own cultural knowledge and experience, the Coordinator facilitates traditional teachings, cultural practices and opportunities for knowledge sharing, while working respectfully alongside Elders, Knowledge Keepers and other Indigenous cultural practitioners. With a primary focus on community members, the Coordinator also provides individual and group cultural and spiritual support and collaborates with colleagues to strengthen cultural connections, wellness initiatives and reconciliation throughout Siloam Mission.

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Cultural Programming & Wellness

• Develop, coordinate and deliver Indigenous cultural and wellness programming that reflects the Coordinator's cultural knowledge, experience and permissions:
• Independently and in collaboration with colleagues, Elders, Knowledge Keepers and other Indigenous cultural practitioners, as appropriate.
• Across Siloam Mission's locations, including Na a way Ishkode (Centre Fire), the Nest, MTCU and off-site residential locations.
• Programming may include:
• Traditional teachings, ceremonies, prayer, sharing circles and seasonal celebrations.
• Land-based learning, traditional medicines and cultural arts, including beading and ribbon-skirt making.
• Cultural workshops, language learning, mentorship and activities that strengthen cultural identity, belonging and connection.
• Healing-centred and recovery-focused programming that supports spiritual, emotional and holistic wellness.
• Provide cultural and spiritual guidance and support to community members, including those experiencing grief, trauma, addiction or other challenges, while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries and referring individuals to clinical or specialized services when needed.
• Support community members and employees in connecting with Indigenous cultural resources, traditional supports, ceremonies and community-based services, as appropriate.
• Collaborate with colleagues and other departments to plan and support memorials, remembrance gatherings and culturally appropriate supports.
• Develop and maintain respectful relationships with Elders, Knowledge Keepers, Indigenous organizations and cultural practitioners to strengthen programming and community connections.
• Collaborate in planning and delivering Indigenous-led events and commemorations, including National Indigenous Peoples Day and National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.

Employee Wellness & Collaboration

• Provide dedicated weekly availability for employees seeking confidential Indigenous cultural or spiritual support.
• Collaborate with colleagues within People, Culture & Wellness to:
• Develop and deliver cultural learning, wellness activities and initiatives for employees and community members.
• Contribute to organizational reconciliation initiatives and the respectful integration of Indigenous knowledge, teachings and cultural protocols into Siloam's practices.
• Work with internal departments to integrate culturally appropriate programming and practices into Siloam's services.

Program Planning & Administration

• Collaborate with colleagues and community members to identify cultural and spiritual wellness needs, opportunities and priorities across Siloam's locations and services.
• Collaborate with colleagues within People, Culture & Wellness to develop and maintain departmental programming calendars.
• Coordinate resources and cultural facilitators for assigned programming, ensuring activities remain within approved budgets.
• Collaborate with colleagues to support the respectful use and preparation of cultural spaces, traditional medicines and ceremonial resources for programming and gatherings.
• Track program participation, gather feedback and prepare reports to support program evaluation, continuous improvement and future planning.
• Deliver programming in accordance with appropriate cultural protocols, confidentiality requirements, organizational policies and health and safety practices.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

This position is designated for Indigenous applicants (First Nations, Métis and Inuit) in recognition of the cultural knowledge, lived experience and responsibilities required to deliver Indigenous cultural and spiritual programming. Demonstrated experience leading Indigenous cultural programming, with practical knowledge and experience in a combination of traditional teachings, ceremonies, spiritual practices, sharing circles, land-based learning, traditional medicines, cultural arts or other Indigenous cultural activities.

• Applicants are required to self-identify as Indigenous as part of the recruitment process.
• Experience developing, coordinating and delivering cultural, community or wellness programming.
• Experience working with Elders, Knowledge Keepers and other Indigenous cultural practitioners.
• Relevant post-secondary education or training in Indigenous Studies, community development, social services or wellness is an asset.
• Recognition within an Indigenous community as a traditional helper or cultural practitioner is an asset.
• Relevant post-secondary education or training in Indigenous Studies, community development, social services or wellness is an asset.
• Experience developing or delivering recovery-focused programming is an asset.
• A valid 5F driver’s license, acceptable driver abstract, and reliable vehicle required
• Clear Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Check, and Clear Adult Abuse Registry Check required
• Lived experience of homelessness, addictions, recovery, or other related experiences is considered an asset

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/BEHAVIORS

• Strong knowledge of Indigenous cultural traditions, teachings, spiritual practices and protocols, gained through traditional learning, mentorship, lived experience or community involvement.
• Ability to provide culturally appropriate individual and group spiritual guidance and support, recognizing the distinction between support and clinical counselling.
• Established, respectful relationships with Indigenous communities, Elders, Knowledge Keepers or cultural practitioners.
• Understanding of Indigenous histories, colonization, residential schools, intergenerational trauma and their impacts on Indigenous communities.
• Understanding of homelessness, poverty, addiction and mental health challenges, with the ability to apply trauma-informed, person-centred and culturally responsive approaches.
• Strong communication, facilitation, organizational and relationship-building skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, including program planning, scheduling, record-keeping and reporting.
• Ability to adapt programming based on participant feedback, cultural considerations and evolving community needs.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, demonstrating sound judgement, initiative, discretion and appropriate professional boundaries.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, email and other workplace technologies, with the ability to learn new systems.
• Ability to speak an Indigenous language is an asset.

RELATIONSHIP

• Works closely with the People, Culture & Wellness team, Community Member Services department and other internal departments.
• Maintains established, respectful relationships with Indigenous communities, Elders, Knowledge Keepers and other Indigenous cultural practitioners.
• Develops and maintains relationships with relevant community organizations, sector partners and external service providers to support cultural programming and wellness initiatives.

WORKING CONDITION

• Hours of work: Monday to Frida, 8 am – 4:30 pm (40 hours per week)
• Occasional evening and weekend work for ceremonies, events and cultural gatherings.
• Position requires regular work and travel across multiple Siloam Mission locations.
• Participation is mostly indoor, but includes outdoor and land-based programming.
• Hazardous conditions could potentially include unpredictable or risky behaviours from community members

WORKPLACE SAFETY AND HEALTH

The incumbent contributes to making the organization safe for clients and staff and recognizes the importance of reporting unsafe situations and participating in follow-up reviews as a learning opportunity.

• Provides a safe environment by ensuring adherence to Workplace Safety and Health Regulations and Policies, Infection Control Guidelines, WHMIS and Safe Work Procedures
• Immediately investigates and recommends corrective action on any unsafe acts, work conditions, incidents, near misses, injuries or illnesses
• Demonstrates understanding of role and responsibilities in fire prevention and disaster preparedness and participates in safety and health training programs including the facility’s Fire, Disaster and Evacuation Plan
• Supports an environment which avoids, prevents and corrects all activities or actions which may result in an adverse outcome in the delivery of services. Community Member safety is a standing item for all individual and departmental meetings
• If applicable the use of proper PPE and respiratory equipment is provided by the manager of the department and must be worn as suggested

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• The successful candidate must maintain legal eligibility to work in Canada. If the successful candidate possesses a work permit, it is their responsibility to ensure the permit remains valid.

• A Police Information Check satisfactory to the employer will be required from the successful candidate, at their expense. To obtain Police Information Check information please visit https://www.winnipeg.ca/police/services/online-record-checks.

• The successful candidate must provide a satisfactory Adult Abuse Registry check. To obtain an Adult Abuse Registry application please visit: Province of Manitoba | Families | Adult and Child Abuse Registry (gov.mb.ca)

Siloam Mission Inc. promotes Employment Equity and is strongly committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce reflective of Canadian society. Therefore, we encourage candidates to voluntarily self-identify on their application if they are members of the underrepresented groups (women, Indigenous persons, a person with a disability, or a visible minority).

Salary: $53,321 - $72,140

Siloam Mission offers a competitive compensation package, including comprehensive health and dental benefits, a pension plan, paid time off, and additional wellness supports, as well as opportunities for professional growth and development. We follow a structured salary guide to ensure fair, equitable, and consistent compensation across our team, taking into account directly related experience and internal equity in all offers.

CLOSING DATE: 10 NOV 2026

Please include cover letter, resume, and three (3) work references for consideration.

Note: Applications will only be accepted if you apply on Siloam Missions Careers Page. We appreciate all that apply, however; only qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview.