What are the responsibilities and job description for the Traditional Cultural Oshkaabewis (Helper) position at Fond du Lac Reservation?
Division/Department: Human Services- Behavioral Health
Location: Human Services- As Designated
Reports To: Behavioral Health Coordinator/Clinical Director
Probationary Period: 90 days – Full time, 120 days – Part time
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt (Hourly)
Classification: Child-Related CA
Driver’s License: Level 0
Rate of Pay : $24.47 to $27.53
- Responsibilities: Assist the Traditional Cultural Counselor in developing culturally appropriate health and human service programs, client services and patient care.
- Due to changes and modifications in the job from time to time, employees are required to be flexible and assume other responsibilities assigned by management as deemed necessary.
Provide support for overall cultural programming at FDL Human Services.
Assists the Traditional Cultural Counselor in coordinating, overseeing and providing ceremonies and cultural activities to patients/clients sponsored by HSD.
Act as a spiritual and cultural role model who is free from substance use
Provide traditional teachings and increase the knowledge of traditional healing at FDL Human Services Division and community through awareness, training, and workshops.
Act as a staff resource for traditional medicine topics.
Aid in development and planning of cultural delivery methods to promote patient/client healing.
Assist in planning for and conducting direct cultural programming, training, and delivery of services by the cultural department to Human Services Division and community, through awareness, teachings and workshops.
Ensure delivery and integration of traditional healing practices are facilitated and encouraged throughout FDL Human Services Division and community.
Promote traditional indigenous values.
Always represent self and others in an honest manner
Respect the fundamental rights of each individual.
Appropriate/Professional work attire is required.
Must attend all mandatory department trainings.
Ensures confidentiality of financial records and all records for employees and/or clients.
Displays a responsive and professional manner in promptly responding to all requests, complaints, and problems.
Recognizes that each employee is a representative of the Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa and is responsible for demonstrating courtesy, respect, and sensitivity to the needs of all others, including visitors and co-workers.
Represents the Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa and the department in a positive and professional manner in the community.
Required to maintain proper attendance including reporting to work on time in accordance with applicable policies.
Maintains a clean and organized work area.
- Qualifications: · GED, High School Diploma, or equivalent is preferred.
- Ability to help identify and assist with gathering natural medicines such as cedar, sage, sweetgrass, and much more from the woods and swamps.
· Knowledge of the intergenerational trauma and oral history of the Anishinaabe is required.
· Knowledge of traditional healing practices, customs and beliefs of Anishinaabe lifeways is preferred.
· Knowledge of traditional medicines, plants, herbs, traditional teas, and ointments, which are commonly used by Anishinaabe practitioners is preferred.
· Knowledge of traditional medicine practices use by Anishinaabe Communities for healing is preferred.
· Customary knowledge of traditional healing practices, lodges and ceremonies of the Anishinaabe is preferred.
· Ability to understand and communicate in Anishinaabemowin verbally is preferred.
· Must be aware and abide by HIPAA regulations as they pertain to traditional client care
· Must have the ability to assist with traditional ceremonies.
Knowledge of computer applications to include word processing, data bases and/or data entry, Spreadsheets, and Microsoft Outlook is preferred.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing is required.
Ability to work independently and establish priorities is required.
Attention to detail and accuracy is required.
Ability to establish professional and harmonious working relationships on all projects and with all parties involved.
Subject to drug and alcohol testing in accordance with the Fond du Lac Reservation’s Personnel Policies.
Subject to pre-employment and annual background checks.
Subject to immunization review and submitted proof of required vaccinations.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to lift 50 pounds or more such as rocks, wood, heavy snow, ceremonial bundles.
Ability to work outside in various kinds of weather or environmental conditions.
Ability to stand, stoop, kneel, reach, bend and sit long hours at a time.
T he Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa, Nagaajiwanaang ( Where the water stops ), is one of the six Bands of the Minnesota Chippewa Tribe and a proud sovereign Ojibwe nation. We strive to be a diverse , supportive , and inclusive workforce that employs Fond du Lac Band members, native peoples , and those from our surrounding communities .
As one of Carlton County's largest employers, the Fond du Lac Band is dedicated to elevating the community through a broad spectrum of programs and enterprises including our gaming facilities, tribal government, health services, and education that promot es our language, culture, and the preservation of our natural resources .
The Fond du Lac Band is a n employer that cultivate s the growth of our employees and our programs ; a place where you can develop your skills and gain experience that will positively impact the lives of those who call the Fond du Lac Band home. Our hiring practices follow tribal employment rights outlined in Fond du Lac O rdinance #12/94 (TERO).
Join the Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa in our mission to preserve and promote our community while contributing to its vibrant future.
Salary : $24 - $28
