Cultural Communities Navigator, Client Services

**Who we are**

The Alzheimer Society of Alberta and Northwest Territories (AS AB/NT) is a not-for-profit association that brings awareness to Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias; helps alleviate the personal and social consequences of the disease, provides information, education and support programs, and promotes and funds research into the cause, prevention and cure.

Our vision is each person living with dementia, and those supporting them, can thrive as we focus on care today and a cure for tomorrow.

Our Values are “CARE: Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, and Empathy.”

**The Position**

AS AB/NT is now recruiting one (1) Cultural Communities Navigator (CC Navigator) to support the Filipino Community in Alberta by providing dementia awareness, outreach and support services

Reporting to the Cultural Communities Coordinator, the CC Navigator will provide culturally inclusive services to diverse communities, with a focus on the Filipino community ensuring that everyone has access to dementia education, resources and support. This role involves outreach, education, and collaboration with community partners to enhance access to culturally relevant dementia services. The CC Navigator must collect essential information, provide information, and refer in appropriate circumstances in a way that fits the unique needs of the individual. This position is responsible for coordinating referral systems and client service, delivering support and education programs within the assigned area, and building strong community and health care professional relationships.

This is a full-time, term position with the possibility of extension or permanency. The CC Navigator will require travel throughout the province on an as needed basis. **Fluency in Tagalog or other Filipino languages is required for this role.**

The primary responsibilities of this position include:
**Community Engagement and Outreach**
- Building relationships with Filipino community organizations, seniors’ groups, and healthcare providers to raise awareness of dementia
- Organizing and facilitating information sessions, workshops, and support groups tailored to the Filipino community
- Representing AS AB/NT at cultural and community events.

**Support Services and Navigation**
- Providing one-on-one support to families seeking dementia-related resources
- Assisting individuals in navigating healthcare services, helping them access culturally relevant dementia care
- Working with the team to develop and adapt dementia education material for Filipino community.

**Advocacy and Education**
- Delivering brain health and dementia awareness sessions in both English and Tagalog
- Advocating for culturally inclusive dementia care by collaborating with community partners.

**Other Responsibilities**
- Researching appropriate community resources and supports to meet client needs
- Promoting and delivering the AS AB/NT programs and services utilizing various delivery methods
- Supporting referral intake & ongoing follow up
- Facilitating and participating in the delivery of standardized programs
- Coordinating and facilitating support groups
- Maintaining accurate and objective client records
- Assisting in raising public awareness about dementia and the way it affects families and individuals
- Other duties or projects commensurate with the nature of the position.

**Qualifications**
- Post‐Secondary education in Social Work, Health Services, Human Services or related field, or related experience in a health or social service agency, or education-related function
- Strong verbal and written communication skills in English, and a secondary fluency in Tagalog/Filipino language fluency is required
- Demonstration of cultural humility and sensitivity to diverse perspectives and backgrounds
- Professional designation in social work an asset
- Experience in community engagement an asset, including public speaking
- Familiarity with Alzheimer’s disease/dementia and caregiving issues
- Familiar with services and resources needed by seniors and/or persons living with disabilities
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Ability to remain professional and respectful in difficult and sensitive situations
- High level of proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
- Accuracy and attention to detail, e.g., data entry and record-keeping
- Recent and clear criminal record with vulnerable sector check
- Valid driver's license in good standing and access to a reliable vehicle.

**Working conditions**
- Hybrid work environment with routine use of a computer
- Standard 35-hour workweek
- Occasional travel throughout the province.

**What we offer**
- Fantastic health and dental benefits package
- Annual vacation starting at three weeks
- Personal days
- Wellness fund
- Festive season closure
- Professional dues reimbursement
- Flexible and hybrid work environment.

**To apply: please submit a copy of your cover letter and resume, including language fluency.**
- The Alzheimer Society of A