About the Opportunity
The Miyaayaawiin Worker increases access to mental wellness supports for Métis individuals that have been impacted, both directly and indirectly, by the harms of Indian Residential Schools and Indian Day/Mission Schools. The Miyaayaawiin Worker works to improve mental wellness and address the harmful effects of colonialism, assimilation attempts, and the residential school system for Métis individuals.
The Miyaayaawiin Worker provides culturally sensitive mental health and wellness support, collaborating with Métis Chartered Communities to address their mental health and wellness needs related to colonialism, fostering cooperation in mitigating colonial harm, promoting understanding of the Métis experience, facilitating sharing circles, and responding to client inquiries and needs. The Miyaayaawiin Worker also coordinates responses for clients with complex needs, maintains relationships with Métis Chartered Communities, advocates for Métis in BC through governmental relationships, supports the development of Métis wellness programs and resources, organizes meetings and events, prepares various materials, and performs administrative tasks as necessary.
Does this role sound perfect to you, yet you don’t check every box?
We at MNBC realize that qualifications and experiences may look different for everyone. If this career opportunity is of interest to you and your experience may not perfectly align with every qualification, we still encourage you to apply.
MNBC thanks all applicants for their interest. Pursuant to Section 41 of the BC Human Rights Code, preference may be given to applicants who self-identify as Indigenous (First Nation, Métis, or Inuit). All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. Only applicants shortlisted for interview will be contacted.
We strive to provide an accessible candidate experience for our candidates with different abilities. If you require any accommodations to support you through the application process, please reach out to the People & Culture department at hr@mnbc.ca.
Métis Nation British Columbia (MNBC) develops and enhances opportunities for our Métis communities by implementing culturally relevant social and economic programs and services. Through teamwork, respect, dedication, accountability, integrity, and professionalism, MNBC strives to build a proud, self-governing, sustainable Nation in recognition of inherent rights for our Métis citizens, assisting in the delivery of services based on policy, process, and specified regulations.
MNBC reflects an equitable, diverse, and inclusive work environment. We respect the unique characteristics, backgrounds, and experiences that our employees bring to the organization and the communities we serve. We are committed to lateral kindness based on Métis cultural values that promote social harmony and healthy relationships.
How To Apply
Please submit your cover letter, resume, education credentials and a copy of your social worker registration to careers@mnbc.ca, using "Miyaayaawiin Worker - #24-191" in the subject line of the email.
MNBC’s KAA-WIICHIHITOYAAHK (We take care of each other) initiatives offer employees a competitive total compensation package including:
- Comprehensive group benefit package or health-care spending account 100% employer-paid.
- Enrollment in the BC Municipal Pension Plan.
- 15 paid days per year for statutory and cultural days (Indigenous Peoples Day and Louis Riel Day).
- 15 paid days per year for Wellness.
- Generous vacation entitlements
- Carpool, parking & public transit subsidies (Provincial Office only).
- Educational and professional development funding to support continued lifelong learning and skills upgrade.
- Internal advancement career opportunities
