- Use culture as a foundation of healing.
- Be familiar with Mi’kmaq organizations and communities.
- Strong initiative, motivation, conscientiousness, and dedication. The successful candidate
must be able to work unsupervised with a high level of productivity and the ability to seek
and take direction.
- Strong time management skills.
- Excellent verbal, written and computer skills.
- Must have a reliable vehicle, valid driver’s license, and the ability to travel throughout
Mainland Nova Scotia.
- Must be willing to provide the CMM with a recent criminal record check and pass vulnerable
sector check and child abuse registry check.
- Fluency in the Mi’kmaq language (an asset).
- There is a requirement to work outside of normal working hours due to the requirements of the
member communities and clients.
- This position supports programming for Two-Spirit and LGBTQIA+ community members and is
designated for individuals who identify as Two-Spirit, in alignment with our commitment to culturally
grounded mental wellness services.
Why work with us?
The Confederacy of Mainland Mi’kmaq (The CMM) is well known throughout Canada as a professional
organization that is committed to providing a pleasant and healthy working environment for all its
employees. As an organization, we understand that a great work/life balance is essential to success. As a
full-time employee you can expect:
- An atmosphere that is both professional and family oriented.
- Enrollment in the organization’s benefits packages on your first day of employment with no
waiting period, which includes Health & Dental, and Employee & Family Assistance Program
(EFAP).
- Generous amounts of paid time off (Paid Statutory Holidays plus St. Anne’s Day and Aboriginal
Day, Summer Shutdown (2 weeks), Christmas Shutdown (roughly 2 weeks), plus 1 week of
discretionary vacation time (up to 2 weeks with 10 years of service).
- Social Committee, Staff Days, Staff Knowledge Days, etc.
If you would like to join The CMM Family, please see below on how to apply for this position.
Salary/Employment Term:
Salary Range: $49,071.00 - $68,700.00 per year based on qualifications and experience. This is a Two-
Year Term position (pending successful one-year probationary contract).
Application Deadline: Open Until Position is Filled
Submit Cover Letter AND Resume to: Human Resources
c/o The Confederacy of Mainland Mi’kmaq
PO Box 1590, Truro, Nova Scotia B2N 5V3
Email: [email protected]
We are an equal opportunity employer; however, qualified Aboriginal applicants will be given priority in accordance with the
Aboriginal Employment Preference Policy of the Canadian Human Rights Commission. Only those applicants who provide an
up-to-date CV along with a cover letter and qualify for an interview will be contacted. The successful candidate may be
required to submit a current criminal record check. Candidates must be legally entitled to work in Canada. Proof of work
authorization will be required upon offer of employment.
