Indigenous Cultural and Wellness Programs 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. 

Siloam Mission recognizes that racism and colonialism – past and present – are contributors to disproportionate experiences of poverty and houselessness by Indigenous peoples. These same factors create barriers to employment for historically, persistently and systemically marginalized groups. 

Our pursuit towards a Winnipeg without chronic homelessness must include an anti-racist and decolonial framework. As such, Siloam Mission is committed to building diversity, equity and inclusion into our board, staff team, and volunteers. To advance this goal, we recognize the value in supporting growth in Indigenous leadership in a broad range of expertise, knowledge and skills. 

As part of the Community Wellness (CW) team, the Wiidookaa Gagewi Cultural Coordinator (Indigenous Cultural and Wellness Programs Coordinator) is responsible for programs, supports, and interactions with community members that are focused on wellness and spiritual care. Along with the other Wiidookaa Gagewi Coordinators, the incumbent will provide trauma-informed, person-centered, and supportive programming and care for the community members served at Siloam Mission.

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Community Programming and Connections 

• Support currently running CW programs (Reflections, Na a way Ishkode, Multi-purpose space, etc.) specifically to ensure that MTCU residents have access to participate
• Plan and develop programs to be delivered in the MTCU that support the physical, spiritual, mental, and emotional wellness of individuals in the MTCU, involving other CW team members as needed
  • Assess, evaluate, and adapt programs for meeting the needs of MTCU residents
  • Prepare and host community members at programs, including snacks, cleaning, and preparing materials needed to facilitate programs
• With the CW team, foster relationships with Knowledge Keepers and Indigenous organizations and create/maintain a resource guide for ongoing Indigenous programming in the community
• Support community members in accessing external relevant programs and supports in the community; develop referral processes as necessary
• Work with others in CW/MTCU on strategies to foster connections between MTCU residents and their home Indigenous community and/or broader community health supports

Administration

• Assist CW in maintaining and growing the Indigenous Resource Library, particularly health/wellness related
• Work with others in CW to develop referral procedures for external Indigenous organizations
• Maintain cleanliness, traditional medicines and supplies in the cultural space in MTCU for use during programs 
• In collaboration with the CW department, provide insight and support to development of protocols and best practices for staff engagement with Indigenous practices/ceremony within Siloam and staff attending external ceremony/events with Indigenous partners
• Accurately track and report on program attendance and engagement, and assist with report preparation with the CW/MTCU team
• Provide administrative support for internal and sector committees where directed

Event Coordination

• Assist the Community Wellness team in planning community and/or seasonal celebrations/feasts/events, and organizing workshops for staff and community members, particularly ensuring these are accessible to MTCU residents
• Ensure all Siloam Mission's CW events are communicated effectively both internally and externally in order to maximize their return
• Build and nurture positive relationships with current and potential organizational partners for the purposes of joint initiatives, voluntarism, fund development, representing Siloam well and demonstrating our commitments to Truth and Reconciliation
• Assist with tours for businesses and individuals that come to volunteer and highlight the work of Siloam Mission’s Truth and Reconciliation strategy

Communications

• Assist with CW communications by helping develop key messages on Indigenous practices, the MTCU program, CW activities and events, and by assisting in writing media releases and other materials
• Assist with designing print publications, including brochures, newsletters, and recovery-focused and/or event promotional materials, ensuring the MTCU is included and accurately represented
• Ensure consistent messaging for all communications
• Collaborate or liaise with relevant internal staff regarding wellness related programs, support, advocacy, etc.
• As needed, support the CW/MTCU team to compile or edit testimonials, stories, and photographs and conduct interviews to be used in communications and promotional materials in relation to Siloam’s Truth and Reconciliation Strategy
• Other duties related to the role as assigned 

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Experience working with Elders and Knowledge Keepers
• In-depth knowledge and understanding of Indigenous culture, spiritual care, traditions and history
• Indigenous identity is an asset in this role, please self-identify in cover letter when applying
• Lived experience of homelessness, addictions, recovery, or other related experiences is considered an asset 
• Demonstrated experience in special event planning
• Hands-on experience in program delivery
• Project management skills 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

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/BEHAVIORS

• Knowledge of the intergenerational impacts of residential schools
• Understanding of trauma-informed, person-centered approaches, including intergenerational healing practices
• Awareness of the barriers faced by people experiencing homelessness
• Exceptional, written and verbal communication skills and time management
• Strong organizational skills, including time management, scheduling, record-keeping and reporting
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills with individuals form diverse backgrounds, including community members, internal and external partners and the Indigenous community
• Ability to adapt programs and initiatives based on feedback and evolving community needs
• Team-oriented and collaborative, positive approach, with the ability to work independently
• Ability to exercise good judgement, show initiative, act proactively, and solve problems effectively
• Technical proficiency in MS Office, email, social media with demonstrated ability to learn new technologies

WORKING CONDITION

• Hours of work: Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm, with occasional evenings and weekends
• Office environment, residential medical care environment, occasional presence in Siloam Drop-In, program spaces adjacent to Drop In, and other Siloam sites
• Occasional travel to off-site events, partner organizations, community spaces
• Hazardous conditions could potentially include unpredictable or risky behaviours from community members

WORKPLACE HEALTH & SAFETY

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 adherences 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.

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: $41,768-$56,509

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: 16 MAR 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.