Health & Wellness Driver / Food Sovereignty Coordinator

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 behaviors 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