Indigenous Liaison Worker

4 days ago

Prince George, Canada Connective Full time
Connective is a dynamic non-profit organization that provides innovative programming in the social services sector. We strive to create safe, healthy, and inclusive communities for all.

Connective is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated individual to join our forward-thinking nonprofit organization in the role of Indigenous Liaison Worker. Our mission is to foster the development of a safe, healthy, and inclusive community for all. If you are passionate about making a positive impact and helping us achieve this goal, we invite you to apply and become a part of our innovative team.

ROLE PURPOSE

The Indigenous Liaison Worker will provide a proactive approach to bridging Indigenous residents and their culture by consulting with Indigenous residents to provide/connect them with a range of cultural specific supports in the community and advocating for access and rights as needed. This position will also develop and implement short-term, issue-specific intervention plans within program guidelines to all facility residents.

STATUS AND CLASSIFICATION

Unionized; this position requires union membership. This position is open to applicants of all genders.

LOCATION

Prince George, BC

HOURS

40 hours per week; Sunday to Thursday, 0900 – 1700

What We Offer

  • Committed Living Wage Employer
  • 2022 & 2023 Canadian Nonprofit Employer of Choice Aware from NEOC
  • 2023 High-Performance Culture Award from SupportingLines
  • Competitive benefits package, including health, wellness, and pension plan
  • Career and personal development, with the ability to grow in a diverse range of programs and departments
  • Access to a range of staff mental health supports, including an in-house counsellor, Employee Family Assistance Program, and Critical Incidents Stress Management
  • Access to On-Demand Pay to withdraw earned wages before payday
  • Connective is part of a portability program where employees moving from a CSSEA-member employer to Connective will port their service hours for vacation and wage purposes (within last 12 months

WORKING CONDITIONS

  • Functions independently, while remaining a crucial member of the care team
  • Adheres to Connective’s policies and procedures
  • Is available to work flexible hours as needed, which may include some evenings/weekends, as determined by program/client needs and schedules
  • Is a member of CUPE local 1936-11

Key Accountabilities

As an Indigenous Liaison Worker, your responsibilities will include:

  • Assists with creating an effective and supportive connection between the Indigenous/non-Indigenous service providers and community supports and residents.
  • Engages in collaborative community partnerships to promote traditional healing, cultural teachings, and practice.
  • Guiding and engaging families, children, youth, and community members in culture activities such as healing circles, talking circles, and smudges to promote spiritual healing in a supportive and ethical manner.
  • Coordinates and delivers Indigenous/Cultural activities for staff and individuals served. Facilitates group actives based on cultural informed practices and the creation of specific materials and necessary supports.
  • Contributes to model of cultural safety for emotional vulnerability.
  • Maintains an appropriate record and information system. Prepare annual program reports and provide accurate data when needed. Ensure that accurate program and service user records are maintained, and that confidentiality is a priority. Ensure that all pertinent registration requirements and documentation are complete.
  • Recognizes, analyzes, and deals with potential emergency situations such as aggressive behaviour(s) to minimize potential harm to others and/or the public.
  • Reviews and evaluates residents’ progress and adjusts programs as required. Provides feedback and support to residents and/or their families.
  • Provide guidance to staff to assist in dealing with events or topics in the context of cultural practices.

Qualifications And Requirements

  • Experience working with First Nation communities
  • A demonstrated and clear ability to respond well in crisis situations
  • An understanding of providing service to people with different learning abilities
  • Demonstrated an ability to deal with potential violence
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
  • Preference will be given to qualified candidates who self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, Inuit, Métis)
  • Valid class 5 driver’s license
  • Personal transportation in good repair, insured for business up to $1,000,000 for liability, and suitable for client transport
  • Demonstrated ability to respond efficiently in crisis and escalated situations
  • Diploma in Social Services and two year of relevant experience, we will consider a relevant combination of education and experience
  • A background in professional or lived experience working with vulnerable populations facing multiple barriers
  • Successful completion of a Vulnerable Persons Criminal Records Check and reference checks
  • Current Emergency First Aid Certificate
  • Proof of Covid-19 Vaccination
  • Food Safe Certificate (Level 1)

Compensation

As Connective is a unionized environment, the starting wage for this position is $27.54 per hour (plus 5% in lieu of statutory holiday pay for Part-Time employees, 10.6% in lieu of vacation pay and benefits for casual employees). The wage will increase with every 2,000 hours worked up to a maximum of $31.61 per hour (plus 5% in lieu of statutory holiday pay for Part-Time employees, 10.6% in lieu of vacation pay and benefits for casual employees).

Important: Candidates must be legally authorized to work in Canada, observe their weekly hours limit if under a temporary or study visa, and provide proof of eligibility if selected for the role.

WHAT WE OFFER?

  • Committed Living Wage Employer
  • 2022 & 2023 Canadian Nonprofit Employer of Choice Aware from NEOC
  • 2023 High-Performance Culture Award from SupportingLines
  • Competitive benefits package, including health, wellness, and pension plan
  • Career and personal development, with the ability to grow in a diverse range of programs and departments
  • Access to a range of staff mental health supports, including an in-house counsellor, Employee Family Assistance Program, and Critical Incidents Stress Management
  • Access to On-Demand Pay to withdraw earned wages before payday
  • Connective is part of a portability program where employees moving from a CSSEA-member employer to Connective will port their service hours for vacation and wage purposes (within last 12 months)

DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION

At Connective, we value and accommodate unique differences to ensure that our staff have the opportunity and are supported to thrive. To build a strong and representative workforce, we strongly encourage applications from BIPOC, LGBTQ2S+ people, immigrants, and people with disabilities or other marginalized communities.

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