Part-time Indigenous Knowledge Keeper

2 weeks ago


Edmonton, Canada Sphinx Healing Services Full time

**About Us**:
Sphinx Healing Services is a trauma-informed group care program supporting high-risk Indigenous youth aged 0-18. Our work is grounded in cultural safety, healing, and community connection.

**Position Summary**:
We are currently seeking an Elder to join our team part-time and support the youth in our care. The Elder will offer guidance, cultural teachings, and traditional knowledge, helping youth reconnect with their identity, culture, and sense of belonging. This role is essential in fostering healing, pride, and cultural continuity within our home.

The ideal Elder will have strong ties to Indigenous communities, deep roots in cultural knowledge, and the ability to provide support in a trauma-informed, respectful, and safe manner.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Attend the home a couple of days per week to engage with youth
- Share Indigenous-focused teachings, stories, customs, and traditions
- Lead or support cultural ceremonies and land-based practices when appropriate
- Support youth in reconnecting to who they are, where they come from, and what they believe in
- Provide mentorship, listening, and encouragement through an Indigenous worldview
- Collaborate with the care team to promote holistic wellness and culturally safe care
- Practice all teachings and interactions through a trauma-informed, compassionate lens

**Qualifications & Qualities**:

- Recognized as an Elder or Knowledge Keeper within your community
- Strong ties to Indigenous communities and cultural practices
- Deep understanding of Indigenous cultures, histories, and spiritual teachings
- Experience supporting Indigenous youth in care or similar settings
- Comfortable facilitating teachings, sharing stories, and guiding cultural practices
- Compassionate, reliable, and approachable presence
- Able to maintain boundaries and confidentiality in a care setting
- Committed to providing support in a trauma-informed and culturally grounded way

**Why Join Us?**
- Make a meaningful difference in the lives of Indigenous youth
- Be part of a supportive, culturally grounded, and trauma-informed team
- Flexible part-time hours (2-3 days per week)
- Help guide the next generation through traditional knowledge and identity building

**Job Type**: Part-time

Pay: $25.00-$30.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2025-07-03
Expected start date: 2025-08-18



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