Family Services Counsellor

Family Services Counsellor

One Temporary Part Time Position (up to 25 hours per week)

(12 months with possibility of extension)

Comp # NBIH-2026-05-04

Salary $40.00 hourly

New Vacancy

Location: All sites serviced by The North Bay Indigenous Hub

The North Bay Indigenous Hub (NBIH) will provide a wide range of programming services including traditional healing, primary care, health promotion, chronic disease management, family-focused maternal/child health care, mental wellness care, diabetes care, and a culturally integrated licensed day care facility. All the programs are to be delivered in a culturally safe manner to the local urban Indigenous population in addition to our partner First Nations, Nipissing, Temagami and Dokis First Nations. This new Indigenous Primary Health Care team seeks a motivated, self-starter who is passionate about positive health outcomes for Indigenous people.

Under the direction of the of the Director of Indigenous Primary Care of the North Bay Indigenous Hub (NBIH), this position will be responsible to assist in the delivery of culturally competent and safe counselling and support that promotes healthy family functioning in relation to personal, family and community values while providing linkage to relevant community resources with a focus on prevention, family preservation and strengthening cultural identity. The Family Services Counsellor will be part of an inter-professional team at the North Bay Indigenous Hub (NBIH).

Qualifications:

Diploma is Social Service Worker or Indigenous Wellness and Addiction

Minimum 2 years experience in a related field  

Knowledge of Indigenous culture, values, traditions and the impacts of colonization on individuals and families

Experience working within culturally appropriate service models for Indigenous people

Fluency in a traditional language is an asset

High level of sound and independent judgement, reasoning and discretion

Professional, responsive and positive work attitude is essential

Ability to work within interdisciplinary teams

Demonstrated community work experience with families to improve wellness, coping skills, and empowerment in the following areas: poverty issues, housing, legal, social assistance, education, family violence

Valid Class G Driver’s License, access to a reliable vehicle and insurance

Ability and willingness to travel and to work flexible hours

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

In depth knowledge of Indigenous Social Determinants of Health

Cultural understanding of traditional parenting, family roles with a connection to culture and ways of being

Role modeling wise practices in Indigenous wellness

Excellent written and verbal communication skills for report writing case notes with strong family advocacy

Ability to build rapport and trust with community members

Responsibilities:

Work with, educate and coach individuals, families and group by counselling using trauma-informed and strengths-based approaches

Liaison for children and families that require support with case management or coordination of service provision

Integrated traditional practices and cultural knowledge into healing plans

Build trust with families and develop a dependable and reliable relationship

Assess client needs, develop care plans, and advocate for families in navigating systems

Connect families with community resources

Maintain accurate client records, reports and data in compliance with agency policies.

A current Criminal/Police Records Check and Vulnerable Persons check is a requirement for this position.
Qualified applicants are invited to submit a letter of interest, resume and three (3) current references no later than 4:30pm on Monday, May 11, 2026 to:

Ashley Patey, Human Resources Manager

North Bay Indigenous Hub

3B Maang Road, Nipissing First Nation

North Bay, ON P1B 8G5

https://giiwednomshkikiiwgamig.ca/

Miigwech to all applicants for their interest; however, only those who qualify for an interview will be contacted.  Preference will be given to qualified Indigenous applicants.  However, the position is open to all applicants.