Health & Wellness Driver / Food Sovereignty Coordinator

BIIGTIGONG NISHNAABEG

INTERNAL/EXTERNAL

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Job title: Health & Wellness Driver / Food Sovereignty Coordinator
Department: Health
Employment status: Full Time Permanent
Posting Date: April 1, 2026
Closing Date: April 10, 2026, at 12:00pm (Noon)

Job Summary:
For three (3) days a week the Health & Wellness Driver will provide clean, safe, and reliable medical transportation for the community members of the Biigtigong Nishnaabeg. The Health & Wellness driver will abide by all policies and procedures governing this program and conduct him/herself in a professional manner.
For two (2) days a week the Food Sovereignty Program Coordinator will be responsible for organization and promoting programming within the community, which highlights Indigenous food Sovereignty and food security.

Skills & Qualifications:
• Grade 12 Diploma or equivalent
• Knowledge of the Highway Traffic Act
• Clear understanding of policies and procedures that outline behaviours to promote client safety
• First Aid and CPR Certificate
• Safe Food Handling Certificate
• Clear Criminal Reference Check & Vulnerable Persons Sector Check
• A Valid Class “G” Driver’s License
• Strong understanding of First Nation communities, people and culture
• Outstanding interpersonal and relationship-building skills
• Background in program development and implementation,
• Ability to work independently, and as part of a team, exercising good judgement in determining when to take initiative and when to consult others
• Excellent oral and written communication and listening skills
• High level computer systems proficiency, particularly in Microsoft

Summary of Duties & Responsibilities:
Vehicle Upkeep and Assisting Clients:
• Ensure all certification and licensing are renewed and present proof to the Health Director once a year.
• Obey all rules of the road, speed limits and safety regulations.
• Scheduling of appointments for clients and be available for arranging transportation
• Assist the elderly and/or persons with disabilities in and out of vehicle
• Responsible for scheduling annual safety checks for medical vehicles
• Responsible for attention to client safety by addressing client safety on a regular basis in community newsletters and Health’s monthly staff meetings and Accreditation meetings.
• Regularly participate in the Accreditation process and is aware of Health & Wellness role as it pertains to ongoing quality improvement and Accreditation.

Coordination of Food Security Programming:
• Work with the Diabetes coordinator to manage and take care of Biigtigong Community Garden and Greenhouse at The Health Centre
• Organize programming and community events to promote First Nations Food Sovereignty, Food Security and Food preservation.
• Research & Develop new Food programming within the community to promote healthy, sustainable living
• Cooking demonstrations with harvested food
• Programming with clients/ groups with utilization of the land for harvesting

Perform other program duties as required

Application Instructions:
Online Application Submission:

Please submit your resume and cover letter via our online application portal. You can find the link below. Be sure to complete all required fields and attach your documents before submitting.

BambooHR Web Link: https://bn.bamboohr.com/careers/69

Incomplete applications WILL NOT be considered & WILL automatically be screened out.