The Program Coordinator – Indigenous Services provides culturally grounded guidance, mentorship, and strong supervisory leadership to ensure Indigenous spirituality and cultural identity are integral aspects of treatment and programming for BHF residents and families. 

Working collaboratively with Elders, Knowledge Keepers, staff, and community partners, the Program Coordinator develops, implements, and oversees Indigenous programming; including traditional ceremonies, land-based teachings, group and individual mentorship, and cultural education. This role includes direct supervision of program staff, volunteers, and external facilitators, ensuring high standards of performance, accountability, and cultural integrity.

• Provide direct supervision, leadership, and ongoing performance management to program staff and volunteers, including regular check-ins, coaching, formal evaluations, and ongoing training.
• Mentor, guide, and train staff, volunteers, and program members on Indigenous cultural awareness, best practices, and traditional teachings, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional growth.
• Coordinate and deliver Indigenous teachings, cultural activities, and ceremonies for BHF residents and families.
• Lead the planning and execution of workshops, traditional events, and community-based cultural activities, ensuring all programming is culturally safe and trauma-informed.
• Liaise and collaborate with Indigenous leaders, Elders, Knowledge Keepers, and community organizations to strengthen partnerships and enhance programming.
• Oversee, coordinate, and hold accountable external facilitators, Elders, or Knowledge Keepers for program activities and use of facilities, ensuring compliance with BHF policies and cultural protocols.
• Oversee the care and respectful use of sacred items, traditional spaces, and supplies for land-based education.
• Maintain accurate program documentation, statistics, and contribute to evaluation and reporting.
• Promote and represent BHF’s Indigenous Services within the community.
• Support residents’ healing journeys through culturally relevant approaches and provide mentoring and advice to individuals and families.
• Recommend program enhancements to better serve Indigenous residents.
• Responsible for purchases, maintenance, and storage of equipment and supplies for land-based education.
• Develop and maintain annual and monthly calendars of events, including ceremonies, teachings, and awareness trainings for staff, such as: 
  • Monthly Full Moon Ceremonies
  • Weekly Sweat Lodge ceremonies
  • Seasonal feasts and celebrations
  • Drum group
  • Indigenous Teachings at the school/daycare and at each program
  • Awareness trainings for Behavioural Health Foundation staff

• Must be able to provide and maintain a satisfactory Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Search.
• Must be able to provide and maintain a satisfactory Child Abuse Registry Check.
• Must possess a valid full class 5 Manitoba Driver’s license, access to a vehicle and the ability to travel within the Province of Manitoba.
• Must be available to work evenings and weekends, on occasion.
• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada.
• Mental Health First Aid Certificate is considered an asset. 
• Valid First Aid / CPR Certification an asset
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Must demonstrate a strong work ethic and be reliable.
• Maintain strict confidentiality guidelines regarding all clients, conversations, and referrals.