Heart Medicine Lodge – Facilitator

Ka Ni Kanichihk Inc. is a nonprofit, community-based, Indigenous-led human services organization that provides a range of Indigenous-identified programs and services that focus on the wholeness, wellness, and building on the strengths and resilience of Indigenous People.

We are looking for a Facilitator to support our Heart Medicine Lodge program. Heart Medicine Lodge is a unique, Indigenous-led program that walks alongside Indigenous women, girls, and female-identifying relatives who have experienced sexual assault or sexual violence. Our work is grounded in culture, safety, and healing.

In this role, you will help create a space where relatives feel supported, heard, and connected to the teachings and practices that guide their healing journey.

• Walk alongside relatives who have experienced sexual assault or sexual violence, offering compassionate, culturally grounded support.
• Create and maintain a warm, safe, and welcoming environment where relatives feel respected and supported.
• Help deliver workshops, circles, teachings, and cultural activities focused on sexual health, reproductive justice, consent, and healing.
• Work with Elders, Knowledge Keepers, and cultural helpers to arrange ceremonies and ensure cultural safety throughout the program.
• Provide one-on-one and group supports using trauma-informed, anti-oppressive, and strengths-based approaches.
• Assist with intake, advocacy, referrals, and connecting relatives to community resources and services.
• Help design, plan, and evaluate program activities so they reflect community needs and cultural teachings.
• Keep clear and respectful documentation, notes, and reports.
• Work collaboratively with the team—supporting others, sharing responsibilities, and contributing to a positive workplace.
• Participate in team meetings, trainings, and opportunities for cultural and professional growth.

• Deep understanding of sexuality, reproductive justice, sexual violence, and gender-based violence through a trauma-informed lens.
• Experience providing or supporting culturally safe programming for survivors of sexual violence.
• Ability to create safe, open spaces for group dialogue around sensitive topics.
• Post‑secondary education in a related field and at least three (3) years’ experience working in Indigenous communities, or a mix of education, training, and lived experience.
• Experience with facilitating groups, developing and delivering programs, and completing program evaluations.
• Strong teamwork, problem‑solving, and relationship‑building skills.
• Ability to stay organized, manage time well, and juggle multiple responsibilities.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of community resources, advocacy supports, and confidence in helping relatives navigate systems.
• Experience working with Elders, and comfort arranging ceremonies and cultural supports.
• Familiarity with Microsoft 365, One Drive, Teams, and similar software tools.
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed
• Clear Criminal Record Check, Vulnerable Sector Check, and Child Abuse Registry Check (within last 6 months)
• Valid Driver’s License and access to reliable vehicle

• Comprehensive and Immediate Benefits including Health and Dental
• Long‑Term Disability & Life Insurance
• Employer Contributed RRSP; up to 5% match
• Employee and Family Assistance Program with Consult + and Telus Health
• Cultural Ways of Being;
  Mino Pimatisiwin Sexual Wellness Lodge, Knowledge Keepers, Kookums, Skaabes, medicine picking, sweats, ceremony, smudging on‑site
• Wellness Days per year, in addition to Vacation Days
• Work‑life balance and casual dress
• Training and Development opportunities
• Free on‑site parking
• Employee appreciation and wellness events facilitated by our Social Planning Committee

Candidates must be able to provide a recent (within six months) Criminal Record Check, Vulnerable Sector, and Child Abuse Registry Check prior to starting in the position.

You must be able to provide a valid Manitoba driver’s license, access to a reliable vehicle, and a driver’s abstract.

Applicants are asked to submit a cover letter and resume, detailing how you meet the requirements of this position (with salary expectations).

Ka Ni Kanichihk remains committed to achieving employment equity. Candidates are strongly encouraged to self‑declare in their cover letter if they are of Indigenous ancestry.

Applications will be reviewed as received.

Please forward your cover letter and resume to:

Ka Ni Kanichihk thanks all applicants, however, we will only contact those selected for an interview.