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NWICDC is excited to share that we are entering a new chapter of strengthening our services and programming. Lifting up and honoring our traditional teachings to strengthen individuals, families and community. As we move towards a more participant-centered approach, we are creating new opportunities and building a team dedicated to helping our members achieve stability, wellness and Mino-Bimaadiziwin! We are currently hiring several new positions that will play an important role in this change. These positions reflect our commitment to meeting community needs in new and meaningful ways, strengthening relationships, and creating lasting positive change for the members we serve. If you're passionate about helping others, the power of community, and want to be a part of an organization that's evolving and growing with purpose, we encourage you to apply! Be a part of an opportunity to help shape the future of community support and make a real difference in people's lives. Together we're building stronger communities and creating new opportunities for future generations. Ombishkaa Care Coordinator

PRIMARY PURPOSE

The Ombishkaa Care Coordinator is part of the Ombishkaa Reentry team and works collaboratively to welcome members back into the community through advocacy, mentoring, peer support, and culturally grounded services. The Ombishkaa initiative empowers community members with resources and Indigenous approaches that promote stability, support individual healing journeys, increase self-awareness of the impacts of intergenerational trauma, and strengthen healthy reconnection with family, culture, and community. The Ombishkaa Care Coordinator serves as a community advocate who encourages members to recognize their personal strengths, self-expertise, and self-leadership. This position collaborates with internal departments and external partners to provide coordinated support services based on each member's needs. Responsibilities include active listening, mentoring, case coordination, transportation support, housing assistance, systems advocacy, and referrals to legal, medical, employment, recovery, and community resources. This position will have a strong focus on supporting men's programming, including facilitating men's groups, hosting meetings, mentoring participants, coordinating cultural and recovery-focused activities, and helping create a supportive environment for program members during reentry and recovery.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Associate's degree in Human Services, Social Work, Criminal Justice, Behavioral Health, or a related field and relevant work experience required.
• Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Human Services, Criminal Justice, or a related field preferred.
• Peer Support Specialist Certification preferred, or willingness to obtain certification.
• Three to five years of experience in community reentry, behavioral health, substance use recovery, housing services, case management, corrections, or related fields.
• Experience facilitating groups, educational workshops, community meetings, or support programming preferred.
• Experience providing mentorship, advocacy, and member-centered support services.
• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and proof of vehicle insurance.
• Ability to pass required criminal background checks.

Knowledge of community resources, recovery supports, crisis response services, cultural teachings, protocols, and ceremonies. Awareness and experience navigating probation, parole, detention, and criminal justice systems. Ability to build trust and maintain professional relationships with members, families, staff, and community partners. Strong communication, conflict resolution, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. Ability to organize activities, coordinate groups of people, facilitate meetings, and support group programming. Computer skills needed to enter data, maintain records, and prepare reports and schedules. Maintain accurate statistical and program data to meet case management, funding, reporting, billing, and invoicing requirements. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and electronic recordkeeping systems.

• Ability to work independently while also functioning effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, follow through on assigned tasks, and meet deadlines.
• Reliable, self-motivated, punctual, professional, and committed to serving community members with dignity and respect.
• Demonstrated commitment to supporting individuals and families in need.
• Able to remain accountable to members and follow through on organizational responsibilities, including maintaining confidentiality, working cooperatively as a team member, and acting in a professional manner.
• Ability to perform job duties in alignment with NWICDC's mission, vision, and values.
• Demonstrated understanding, appreciation, and awareness of the Anishinaabe and Native American cultural, social, and economic diversity within the community being served.
• Cultural sensitivity and knowledge of Anishinaabe worldviews and values, or willingness to learn and incorporate them into practice.

Pay $25 per hour DOQ Full-Time Position The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, or to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and objectives required of employees assigned to this job. This position is contingent on continued funding.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

The emphasis of the organization is to provide resources for American Indian community members, but the resources, programs and employment opportunities of the organization shall be available to all persons regardless of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, familial status, disability, public assistance status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, and local human rights commission activity.

Pay:

$25.00 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

401(k) matching 403(b) Dental insurance Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location:

In person