Cultural Supports Program Assistant

1 day ago

Scarborough, Canada Wigwamen Incorporated Full time

Wigwamen Incorporated is searching for an individual with great organizational skills who will help coordinate and deliver our Cultural Supports Program.

The Cultural Supports Program Assistant will support the Cultural Supports Coordinator in providing cultural resources for residents of Wigwamen Incorporated. This position requires flexibility and the applicant may need to work some evenings and weekends, as required.
- Post-secondary education in Indigenous Studies, Cultural Resource Management, Social Work or an acceptable combination of education, training, and/or job experience
- Minimum two years’ experience in working with Indigenous Elders and a solid understanding of Indigenous heritage, language, traditional and cultural practices
- Comprehensive knowledge of community resources, housing issues and supportive services
- Experience obtaining the necessary supplies, equipment and/or resources to facilitate cultural based services
- Excellent interpersonal, planning, verbal communication, presentation, report writing, facilitation and liaison skills
- Experience working with vulnerable and marginalized sectors, and with clients with mental health issues and/or addictions
- Knowledge of historical issues impacting Indigenous communities, language, traditions, culture and experience working with the urban Indigenous community is a definite asset

**Responsibilities will include**:

- Promote the Cultural Supports Program to Wigwamen residents (E.g. social media, etc.)
- Create reference and promotional materials, such as posters, invitations, brochures, etc.
- Help organize community cultural events (E.g. talking circles, traditional cultural teachings, etc.)
- Liaise and network with other urban Indigenous organizations in the City of Toronto
- Coordinate the delivery of supplies, maintain inventory and setup equipment aides
- Take registration and confirm attendance at each scheduled event
- Maintain a list of contact information of residents, as well as a schedule of future events
- Maintain a photo/video library in relation to cultural events
- Attend and participate in staff meetings, workshops, special events and training sessions
- Other duties as required by Wigwamen Incorporated

This is a part-time contract position.

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those to be interviewed will be contacted. No phone calls, please.
- Wigwamen Incorporated is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environments. We will accommodate the needs of applicants under the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. Please advise us in advance to ensure your accessibility needs are accommodated throughout this process._

**Job Types**: Part-time, Contract
Contract length: 12 months

Pay: From $1.00 per year

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2024-10-04

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