Elders’ Activity & Events Assistant

Lilwat Nation; Mount Currie; On-site; CAD 36,000 - 47,000; Part time

Job summary

Lil’wat Nation in Mount Currie, BC seeks an Elders’ Activity Assistant on a regular part-time basis. You will support the Elders’ Activity Coordinator under the Elders, Youth & Neighborhood House Manager to provide safe, culturally respectful activities that enhance well-being and independence.

Responsibilities include coordinating transportation, scheduling monthly activities and luncheons, assisting with the Elder’s Gathering, and helping with funding proposals and reporting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Post-secondary education in Social Services, Recreation, Event Planning, Senior Living Management or related field preferred.
• First Aid and CPR training an asset.
• Experience with event planning or activity coordination, especially for elders or First Nations, is an asset.
• Strong understanding of Lil’wat Nation culture and traditions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication in English.
• Able to work independently and in teams.
• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint.
• Able to obtain Criminal Record Check, Vulnerable Sector.
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License with clean abstract.
• Willing to work flexible hours, including evenings for events.

Responsibilities

• Assist Elders’ Activity Coordinator in providing safe, culturally appropriate activities for Lil’wat Nation elders.
• Help coordinate transportation, maintain records, and support monthly activity schedules and luncheons.
• Assist with the Elder’s Gathering and community events.
• Coordinate with Lil’wat Health and Healing to use elders’ van for appointments and programs.
• Maintain files, records, and reports for activities and expenses.
• Assist in researching funding sources and drafting proposals.
• Provide communication support for the Elders Activity Coordinator.
• Support Community Programs Supervisor with event arrangements.

Job description

Lil’wat Nation in Mount Currie, BC seeks an Elders’ Activity Assistant on a regular part-time basis. You will support the Elders’ Activity Coordinator under the Elders, Youth & Neighborhood House Manager to provide safe, culturally respectful activities that enhance well-being and independence.

Responsibilities include coordinating transportation, scheduling monthly activities and luncheons, assisting with the Elder’s Gathering, and helping with funding proposals and reporting.