Indigenous Community Outreach Worker

School District #73 (Kamloops/Thompson); Kamloops; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional school district is seeking an energetic Indigenous Community Outreach Worker to support Indigenous students' success in Kamloops and surrounding areas. Responsibilities include engaging with students, monitoring progress, and facilitating support services. A minimum of a Grade 12 education and two years of related experience are required. The role offers a fulfilling opportunity to advocate for Indigenous student needs and promote cultural awareness.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year post-secondary education in a related field.
• Two years of experience with children with social, emotional, and behavioural needs.
• Experience with elementary and secondary students.

Responsibilities

• Support students on flexible learning plans.
• Provide assistance for educational and social needs.
• Monitor and track student progress.

Skills

Youth engagement

Flexible support

Cultural awareness

Behavioural management

Education

Minimum Grade 12 with post-secondary education

Tools

Valid BC Driver’s license

Job description

Overview

INDIGENOUS COMMUNITY OUTREACH WORKER
2025/2026
1.0 FTE Term Certain

The Kamloops-Thompson School District is looking for energetic youth Community Outreach Workers that will provide services to Indigenous students living in Kamloops, Chase, Clearwater, Barriere and the surrounding communities within the school district. The successful applicant will serve the Kamloops, Chase or North Thompson areas. This position is effective immediately to June 30, 2026.

Reporting to the District Principal-Indigenous Education, the Indigenous Community Outreach Worker is responsible for engaging with students, community groups, agencies, organizations and service providers with the purpose to support student attendance and student success. This successful applicant will be required to work flexible hours which include evenings and weekends to meet the needs of the youth and program.

This position will be filled by competition.

Responsibilities

• Support students who have been placed on flexible learning plans due to COVID-19.
• Provide assistance and support for the implementation of programs aimed at developing educational, social, emotional and behavioural needs of Indigenous students.
• Observe, monitor, record and provide feedback in areas identified as specific program goals.
• Track students\' progress, performance and attendance as required to the appropriate teachers, counsellors, parents and bands.
• Arrange for parental consent for the passing of information to bands as required.
• Consult with counsellors concerning "at risk" students and assist with career preparation guidance and career counselling under teacher’s direction.
• Facilitate referrals to community support services, agencies and District alternative programs as required, as determined by the school-based team.
• Supervise students when working with them.
• May participate in field trips and class activities/outings.
• Participate in home visits as determined by the Principal.
• Assist with implementation/reinforcement of behavioural expectations and appropriate conduct and provide positive behaviour/redirection, as outlined in the school plan.
• Participate in school based team and other consultative meetings as requested.
• Promote cross cultural awareness and act as a positive role model and advocate for Indigenous students in various areas including but not limited to career/life planning and transitions.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 supplemented by a minimum of one (1) year post-secondary education in a related field, such as Child/Youth care worker.
• Two (2) years of proven previous work experience involving children with severe social, emotional and behavioural needs.
• Demonstrated experience with elementary and secondary students.
• Knowledge of First Nations, Metis and Inuit history, culture, values, knowledge of the historical and contemporary issues facing Indigenous families and communities.
• Valid BC Driver’s license.

School District No. 73 is an equal opportunity employer. All applications are considered on the basis of their suitability for the position(s), regardless of the gender, age, sexual orientation, religion, racial origin, marital status and/or disabilities of the prospective candidate.

If reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Associate Superintendent John Wiedrick, [e-mail]