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Current Opportunities
Kasabonika EDO
Application deadline: Open until filled
The Economic Development Officer is a critical role responsible for providing guidance, planning, and assistance in economic initiatives within the community. The EDO will promote economic well-being, work closely with the Chief and Council and implement the economic development strategic plan. This role is integral in fostering the growth of new ventures and existing businesses, as well as supporting community development initiatives.
Temporary Palliative Care Coordinator
Application deadline: Open until filled
We are seeking a compassionate and culturally respectful Temporary On-Call Palliative Care Coordinator to join our team at Shibogama First Nations Council to support families and community members in Kingfisher Lake, Wunnumin Lake, and Wapekeka. This role involves coordinating holistic, community-based end-of-life care in collaboration with local healthcare providers, caregivers, and Elders.
Community Mental Wellness Clinical Lead
Application deadline: February 28th, 2026
We are seeking a dedicated Mental Health Clinical Lead to join our team at Shibogama First Nations Council. In this role, under the direction of the Health Director, you will assist in leading the Payahtakenemowin Mental Health & Wellness Programs and provide Clinical Support to community-based Nurses working in member communities. You will contribute to the enhancement of clinical practice within member communities and locally in Sioux Lookout.
Associate Nursing Program Coordinator
Application deadline: Open until filled
The Associate Nursing Program Coordinator (ANPM) provides technical provisions to the Nursing Program Coordinator. The ANPM identifies/coordinates/facilitates and/or develops staff training sessions. Promotes the success of Nursing Program delivery in remote and isolated communities. Contribute to the day-to-day activities of Nursing services at Shibogama First Nations Council. Advocates and represents Shibogama and member communities at stakeholder and partner consultations. Supports all Health Projects and Programs contributing to organizational planning processes and success. Continuous Quality Improvements to Nursing Service Delivery in Remote and Isolated Communities.
Nurse Practitioner
Application deadline: Open until filled
Shibogama First Nations Council is seeking Nurse Practitioners (NPs) to provide primary and community-based healthcare in our communities. This role offers full-time or part-time options, combining in-community and virtual care. NPs will deliver patient-centered care, support health promotion, and collaborate with Community Health Nurses and local providers to improve health outcomes. Competitive compensation, benefits, professional development, paid travel, and accommodations are included.
Community Advocate
Application deadline: Open until filled
We are hiring a Community Advocate (Lead) to support community members in navigating healthcare services and addressing barriers to medical treatment. Reporting to the Community Health Director and Health Director, this role provides confidential advocacy, language support, and complaint resolution while recruiting and guiding patient advocates in member communities. The position builds trust with clients, ensures their rights are upheld, and works with health providers to resolve issues and improve healthcare delivery in remote First Nations communities.
Youth Mental Wellness Counsellor – Youth Well-Being Team
Application deadline: Open until filled
As a member of the Youth Well-Being Team, the Youth Mental Wellness Counsellor is responsible to deliver mental wellness services to secondary students from Shibogama communities attending NNEC and provincial schools in Sioux Lookout. The Youth Mental Wellness Counsellor shall develop and implement a strategic plan that will address student healing and wellness, includes working with parents, boarding parents, student house counsellors, and other service provider agencies.
Secondary Education Support Services Worker (SESS)
Application deadline: Open until filled
Under the direction of the SESS Manager, the SESS Worker is responsible to deliver the student support and education services to all SESS off-reserve secondary students attending all sites. SESS Worker will work out at Pelican Falls First Nations High School 75% of the time.
Language Support Resource Worker
Application deadline: Open until filled
The Language Support Resource Worker is responsible to create, promote, support and implement a partnership and working relationship with the local community schools and staff. The Language Support Resource Worker will help and support the language and culture programs and work with the local communities to enhance and improve language use and work with the Language and Culture staff.
Crisis Response Coordinator
Application deadline: Open until filled
This worker will respond when a suicide or violent family incident occurs in a Shibogama community and a community identifies that they require assistance in the case management and coordination services at the community level. The worker will be responsible to provide overall coordination of services that are in the community and ensure continuity of mental health services for all individuals affected.
Social Emergency Manager
Application deadline: Open until filled
The Social Emergency Manager reports to the Health Director. This position will aid the Shibogama First Nations Council (SFNC) communities to establish and review community Social Emergency Policies and Procedures. The primary objective is to develop capacity within the communities and partners through the five pillars of social emergency; prevention, mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery.
Mental Wellness Counsellor
Application deadline: Open until filled
The Mental Wellness Counsellor with the Shibogama Community Mental Wellness Team provides culturally appropriate counselling and support to individuals, families, and communities within Shibogama First Nations. Working collaboratively with local health staff and leadership, the counsellor helps address mental health and addictions concerns, supports crisis prevention and intervention, and strengthens community capacity through education, counselling, and culturally grounded approaches to healing.
Mental Health and Addictions Nurse
Application deadline: Open until filled
The Mental Health Nurse provides culturally safe, trauma-informed care to individuals and families in the remote First Nations communities of Wapekeka, Wunnumin, and Kingfisher Lake. Working within a multidisciplinary team, the nurse supports clients experiencing mental health and substance use challenges through assessment, counselling, crisis intervention, and health promotion. This role focuses on building community resilience, improving access to coordinated mental health services, and promoting healing that integrates both traditional and clinical approaches.
Health Programs Manager
Application deadline: Open until filled
The Health Programs Manager is accountable for Program Delivery of a limited number of programs and ad hoc projects. Program Evaluation and Quality Assurance for all Health Programs. Development and Implementation of Training Plans for Shibogama Health Employees and Community Based Workers. Administers the compilation of reports that will assist the Director with service planning, project updates, performance indicators, budgetary analysis and accountability to communities and funders. Research into best practices for the development of Proposals and Program Delivery options. The Health Programs Manager is Accountable to the Health Director.
Community Health Nurses
Application deadline: Open until filled
The Community Health Nurse (CHN) provides culturally appropriate, primary health care services to individuals, families, and groups in the Wunnumin, Wapekeka, and Kingfisher Lake communities. Working within an interdisciplinary team, the CHN delivers clinical care across the lifespan, supports health promotion and disease prevention, and addresses acute and chronic health needs using a cross-cultural, community-centered approach. Flexible hours, on-call responsibilities, and travel within remote communities are essential aspects of this role.
Education Director
Application deadline: Open until filled
The Education Director under the direction of the Executive Director has executive and administrative oversight for all educational programs, from pre-school to tertiary levels, throughout the Shibogama communities. The incumbent leads and encourages the education team to reach goals while implementing policies and regulations and developing new ones when necessary. He/she directs and shapes the administrative, curricula and teaching processes of the various schools and educational programs and ensures that all activities and requirements are geared towards meeting the needs of the students. He / she will be part of the senior management team.
LANGUAGE SPECIALIST
Application deadline: Open until filled
The Language Specialist is responsible to create, promote, support, and implement a partnership and working relations with the local school authorities and schools. The Language Specialist will help and support the language and culture programs and work with the local community Language and Culture staff, under the direction of the Shibogama Language Coordinator.
HR & Admin Manager
Application deadline: Open until filled
• Organize and maintain internal databases with digital records related to employee information and health and safety training, • Support new employee onboarding, prepare offer documentation, and conduct orientation sessions, Assist recruitment with reviewing resumes, cold sourcing candidates, performing phone screens and scheduling interviews, • Maintain/support personnel files (electronic & paper) and ensure compliance with record keeping regulations.
Patient Navigator
Application deadline: Open until filled
We are hiring a Patient Navigator to support First Nations clients in the Sioux Lookout District with accessing medical services and navigating the Non-Insured Health Benefits (NIHB) program. Reporting to the Health Director, the Patient Navigator will act as a liaison, advocate, and resource for clients, Chiefs & Councils, and service providers. This full-time role is key to improving patient care, reducing barriers, and ensuring culturally sensitive services for Shibogama’s member communities.
STRUCTURAL READINESS OFFICER
Application deadline: Open until filled
Under the guidance and supervision of the Education/Project Manager, the Structural Readiness Officer is responsible for planning and coordinating activities associated with establishing the Shibogama Education Authority. The incumbent will prepare reports on the implementation and progress of project activities; and ensure timely completion of deliverables.
Community Public Health Nurse
Application deadline: Open until filled
The Public Health Nurse promotes the health of school-aged children, youth, and the broader community through culturally safe, trauma-informed care. Working collaboratively with Shibogama First Nations and community partners, the PHN delivers immunization programs, communicable disease control, health promotion, and chronic disease prevention initiatives. The role focuses on strengthening community wellness, addressing social determinants of health, and supporting resilience through education, early intervention, and culturally grounded public health practices.
Home and Community Care RPN
Application deadline: Open until filled
Shibogama First Nations Council is looking for a Home Care Nurse to provide health care to individuals in their homes. We are looking for someone who is compassionate, caring, and professional. We work hard and have fun doing so much more than just working with people. We work to help people live their best lives.