Indigenous Cultural Liason Worker - Calgary, Canada - Calgary Catholic School District

Calgary Catholic School District

Verified Company

Calgary, Canada

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

beBee Recruiter

Description

St. John Reception Centre

15 12 Street NW, Calgary

Overall Accountability

Within the context of the Alberta Government's First Nations, Métis and Inuit Education Policy Framework, the Indigenous Cultural Liaison Worker provides and supports cultural and spiritual guidance to Indigenous students, families and schools, both to create an inclusive environment for the Indigenous student and to enhance the educational experience and Indigenous student success.

Specific Accountabilities

Collaborates with school and other personnel to:
Provide support to students and families in crisis
Participate in educational program planning for students, student academics (ex. learning support plans, student schedule planning, meeting Graduation requirements).
Coordinate community supports for students, families, and schools
Maintain close communication with families and schools (DLCTs, Principals, Supervisor, and Indigenous Education Team)
Collaborates with Elders and Community members
Provides and supports cultural and spiritual activities for Indigenous students
Liaison between school and family for student success
Brings in cultural and spiritual activities from outside community supports
Support student attendance issues, and collaborates with Social Workers if attendance move to the Attendance Board and Alberta Justice level

Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree in a related field; or
Diploma in a related field(s) with a minimum of 3 years directly related experience; or
High School Diploma with a minimum of 5 years directly related experience
Directly related experience must be providing full time support to Indigenous children, youth and families with cultural, spiritual, emotional, and mental wellbeing, and the ability to share information on Indigenous ways
Experience in support of children, youth and families in relation to emergent social/emotional/behavioral issues with Indigenous lens
Experience in facilitating of presentations and Indigenous activities (ex. Circle Healing, beading, Arts, dancing, etc.)
Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation and First Aid certificates
Valid Alberta Driver's License and a vehicle in good operating condition
Able to work independently
Strong background in Indigenous cultures, languages, and ways
Demonstrated collaboration and teambuilding skills
Excellence organizational, interpersonal and communication skills
Capable of working with Indigenous community members outside of the District