Job description

The Cultural Liaison role within the Kahkiyaw program is a unique position designed to assist youth aged 16-24 in their journey toward cultural learning and identity. The Cultural Liaison helps to facilitate engagement between the youth, their family, their culture, their home communities and community-based resources.  

Responsibilities

• Provide/arrange opportunities for youth to learn about their culture.  
• Work with youth to establish/maintain connection to their culture, family and community. 
• Transport youth to attend ceremony as needed.  
• Build relationships with Indigenous communities. 
• Establish relationships with our community partners. 
• Create sustainable access for youth to community resources and learning opportunities. 
• Facilitate and provide teachings to their team and the youth we serve. 
• Completion of contact notes and other administrative duties. 
• Be willing to work some evenings and weekends when required. 

Qualification Requirements

• Human Services Diploma/Degree; equivalencies will be considered. 
• Knowledge in the Indigenous culture and traditions. 
• Experience working with indigenous families is an asset. 
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills 
• Must have a valid driver’s licence and willing to obtain drivers abstract. 
• A criminal record check with vulnerable sector and Intervention Record check, valid within a maximum of 6 months are required for employment. 

Salary and Benefits

• Salary plus monthly Auto allowance 
• Paid Sick and wellness days after 3-month probationary period (pro-rated) 
• Extended health benefits (50/50 cost sharing) after 6 months’ employment. 
• Working approximately 34.5 hours per week 

Start Date: This position is to start as soon as possible. 

Job Type: Full time 

Schedule: Day shift, with possibility of evenings and weekends 

How to Apply

• You can send your cover letter and resume to hr@bentarrow.ca