Indigenous Traditional Ceremony Provider

Indigenous Traditional Ceremony Provider

CHN Spiritual Care Provider

Regular/full-time

Manitoba Justice

Correctional Services Division

Various locations throughout rural MB and various locations throughout northern MB

Advertisement Number

45272

Salary(s)

CHN $70,149.00 - $90,480.00 per year

Closing Date

September 2, 2026

The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drives a high standard of service and innovation.

The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities).

This competition is designated for Indigenous people. Only applicants who self-declare at the time of application will be eligible for further consideration.

An eligibility list may be created for similar positions and will remain in effect for 12 months.  This competition may be used to appoint successful candidates(s) to current and future CHN regular appointments.

Please identify what locations that you would be interested in when applying (Manitoba Youth Centre in Winnipeg, Women’s Correctional Centre and the Headingley Correctional Centre in Headingley, The Pas Correctional Centre and the Milner Ridge Correctional Centre in Beausejour).

The Indigenous Traditional Ceremony Provider is a member of the team responsible for providing opportunities for both inmates and staff to gain knowledge and understanding of Indigenous traditions and teachings. The incumbent reports directly to the Assistant Superintendent of Programs / Director of Indigenous Relations and Cultural and Spiritual Services and receives day to day support from the Assistant Superintendent of Programs for coordination and delivery of services. The Correctional Services Division of the Department of Justice is seeking qualified candidates to fill the position of Indigenous Traditional Ceremony Provider (CHN) at the Manitoba Youth Centre in Winnipeg, Women’s Correctional Centre and the Headingley Correctional Centre in Headingley, The Pas Correctional Centre and the Milner Ridge Correctional Centre in Beausejour.

Duties

As a member of the Spiritual Caregivers team, the Indigenous Traditional Ceremony Provider will conduct appropriate ceremonies and other spiritual activities, will be present and visible throughout the Correctional Centre and provide individual, group and family counselling. The successful candidate will promote positive healthy change to help reduce the risk of recidivism and reoffending through the teaching of Indigenous culture, philosophy, practices and the holistic approach to life. This position provides resource contact information in the community for release planning.

Qualifications

Essential

Experience providing sweat ceremonies and spiritual activities within an Indigenous community

Experience in providing culturally appropriate counselling

Provide timely and effective services to a large caseload

Ability to effectively problem solve various sensitive situations and maintain confidentiality

Strong verbal communication skills with the ability to speak with internal and external partners (Indigenous communities/organizations, Elders, Supervisors, Probation Officers, Corrections workers and other Spiritual Care Givers)

Ability to work effectively in a team environment

Desired

Experience working with Indigenous people who are in conflict with the law

Ability to communicate in an Indigenous language

Conditions of Employment

Must be legally entitled to work in Canada

Must provide and maintain a satisfactory Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Search

Must provide and maintain satisfactory Child Abuse and Adult Abuse Registry Checks

Must be able to provide a satisfactory Enhanced Security Screening Level 4

Must be willing and able to work in various settings including indoor and outdoor environments