Cultural Support Worker

Targeted Talent; Vernon; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading organization in the region is seeking a Cultural Support Worker to develop and implement cultural activities tailored for Indigenous youth, adults, and elders. This part-time role, requiring flexibility and a deep understanding of Indigenous culture, offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on the community by facilitating access to cultural teachings.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of Indigenous culture and history required.
• Good communication skills and enjoy working with various age groups.
• Must be able to work independently and be highly motivated.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement cultural activities for Indigenous youth, adults, and elders.
• Act as a cultural resource to assist other presenters.
• Ensure appropriate cultural practices in program activities.

Skills

Communication Skills

Knowledge of Indigenous Culture

Flexibility

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Human Services Training

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

The Cultural Support Worker will develop and implement cultural activities for Indigenous youth, adults and elders. Activity kits for groups 6 to 8, in-person or via Zoom depending on the everchanging challenges of COVID19.

Objectives

• To build upon the skills and knowledge within the community of local and traditional Indigenous ways of
• To facilitate increased access to culture and cultural knowledge among youth, adults and elders as a priority and from a perspective that promotes
• To ensure the safe transmission of cultural knowledge of the Friendship

Areas of Responsibilities

• To ensure the provision of Indigenous cultural teachings and knowledge within the program activities and to ensure safe and appropriate cultural practices.
• To act as a cultural resource and support to facilitate and assist other presenters to offer activities.

Requirements

• Human Services Training, a diploma or certificate
• Strong knowledge and awareness of Indigenous culture and history
• Individual should have good communication skills and enjoy working with youth, adults and elders
• Must be highly motivated, flexible, patient, understanding and personable
• Computer skills are required; Microsoft Suite- Word and Outlook
• A driver's license is required to be able to check in at the main office
• It would be important to be able to work independently and in team-setting
• Flexible Hours to fulfill part-time hours up to 20 hours per week
• Must be able to submit to a criminal record check and a driver's abstract if applicable.
• Ability to set up a home office and follow home protocols for safety.