Remote Metis Family Connections Navigator

Métis Nation British Columbia; Nanaimo; Hybrid; CAD 55,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Métis Nation British Columbia in Canada seeks a Program Navigator for the Métis Family Connections Elementary to Secondary Years program. The navigator empowers Métis families by linking them with cultural resources, academic supports, and post-secondary planning, while documenting barriers and promoting well-being.

The role involves outreach, collaboration with school districts and community partners, and delivering culturally safe guidance across the province, with emphasis on trauma-informed

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, problem-solve, and utilize team-building skills.
• Proven ability to utilize strong interpersonal skills to deal with others effectively.
• Proven ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and work with minimal supervision.
• Knowledge of and experience with Office 365 applications and other databases/software required by the role.
• Possession of a Class 5 driver’s licence is required.
• The completion of a Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Check.

Responsibilities

• Enrolls children and youth (9–18 years old) into the Métis Family Connections – Elementary and Secondary Years Program and distributes relevant program information to families.
• Supports families on a course of action and refers families to relevant programs offered by community partners, school districts, and other MNBC Ministries.
• Conducts community outreach with children and youth (9 to 18 years old) and their families, and records and reports pertinent information to assess the immediate and long-term needs of the families.
• Communicates with families and collaborates on assessing their individual needs and supports families on a course of action.
• Maintains integrity and keeps informed of all current MNBC programs, services, and ministries, and assists families in discovering and utilizing these resources.
• Gains knowledge of local, provincial, and nationwide support systems and advocates for inclusive policies and initiatives that benefit Métis families.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Technology literacy

Education

Diploma in K-12 Education Community Support, Early Childhood Education, Youth and Child Care

Tools

Office 365 applications

Job description

Métis Nation British Columbia in Canada seeks a Program Navigator for the Métis Family Connections Elementary to Secondary Years program. The navigator empowers Métis families by linking them with cultural resources, academic supports, and post-secondary planning, while documenting barriers and promoting well-being.

The role involves outreach, collaboration with school districts and community partners, and delivering culturally safe guidance across the province, with emphasis on trauma-informed