Huddle – Cultural Facilitator

The Cultural Facilitator plays an important role in creating a warm, welcoming, and culturally grounded space for youth ages 12–29 who access the Huddle drop‑in. This role supports youth through cultural teachings, land‑based activities, mentorship, and connection, helping young people feel seen, supported, and valued. Working closely with the drop‑in team, the Cultural Facilitator builds trusting relationships with youth and helps create a safe environment where youth can explore culture, identity, and community at their own pace. This role centres Indigenous knowledge, traditional practices, and community values, while meeting youth where they are at using a harm‑reduction and trauma‑informed approach. What You Will Be Doing Create a culturally safe, welcoming environment where youth feel respected, valued, and supported Plan and facilitate cultural activities such as crafts, drumming, teachings, ceremonies, seasonal activities, feasts, and storytelling Support land‑based learning opportunities and help connect youth with Elders, Knowledge Keepers, and cultural mentors Build strong, trusting relationships with youth through consistent engagement, mentorship, and compassionate listening Provide cultural guidance and emotional support during drop‑in hours Coordinate cultural programming schedules, supplies, equipment, and materials Collaborate with the Drop‑In team to ensure programming reflects youth voices and community needs Uphold harm‑reduction, trauma‑informed, and two‑eyed seeing principles in all interactions Support crisis response alongside drop‑in staff when needed and participate in debriefs as appropriate Promote inclusion and celebrate the diverse identities, experiences, and cultural journeys of youth Support program evaluation by bringing forward youth feedback and observations Participate in staff meetings, trainings, ceremonies, and cultural events Who You Are You are someone who brings culture, care, and connection into shared spaces. You understand the importance of Indigenous teachings and community, and you enjoy supporting youth in ways that are respectful, inclusive, and strengths‑based. You are comfortable holding space, working alongside others, and supporting youth navigating complex realities. What You Bring Experience and/or training in Indigenous cultural practices, teachings, protocols, and/or land‑based activities Experience working with youth who may be navigating homelessness, child welfare involvement, exploitation, or mental health challenges Knowledge of Indigenous languages, teachings, crafting, medicines, traditional food preparation, or ceremony coordination Strong relationship‑building and mentorship skills Ability to facilitate group activities and engage youth in meaningful ways Comfort working within harm‑reduction and trauma‑informed frameworks Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively Ability to maintain boundaries, confidentiality, and ethical practices Ability to work independently and as part of a team Respectful, sensitive, and responsive to gender, race, ethnicity, socio‑economic status, and sexual orientation Willingness to participate in ongoing training, including cultural and community‑led learning A valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle is an asset. Current Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector, Child Abuse Registry Check, and Adult Abuse Registry Check. We are Proud to Offer Comprehensive Benefits including Health and Dental Long‑Term Disability & Life Insurance Employer Contributed RRSP; up to 5% match Employee and Family Assistance Program with Consult + and Telus Health Cultural Ways of Being; Mino Pimatisiwin Lodge, Knowledge Keepers and Kookums, medicine picking, sweats, ceremony, smudging on‑site Wellness Days, in addition to Vacation Days Work‑life balance and casual dress Training and Development opportunities Free on‑site parking Social Planning Committee that facilitates employee appreciation and wellness events To Apply Candidates must be able to provide a recent (within six months) Criminal Record Check, Vulnerable Sector, Adult and Child Abuse Registry Check prior to starting in the position. Applications will be reviewed as received. Applicants are asked to submit a cover letter and resume, detailing how you meet the requirements of this position (with salary expectations). Ka Ni Kanichihk remains committed to achieving employment equity. Candidates are strongly encouraged to self‑declare in their cover letter if they are of Indigenous ancestry. Please forward your cover letter and resume to: Ka Ni Kanichihk thanks all applicants; however, we will only contact those selected for an interview. #J-18808-Ljbffr