Cultural Liaison - Edmonton, Canada - Bent Arrow Traditional Healing Society

Bent Arrow Traditional Healing Society

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Edmonton, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Cultural Liaison - Youth Wellness Team
Bent Arrow Traditional Healing Society

Kahkiyaw Program

The Cultural Liaison role within the Kahkiyaw program is a unique position designed to assist youth aged 16-24 in their journey toward cultural learning and identity.

The Cultural Liaison helps to facilitate engagement between the youth, their family, their culture, their home communities and community-based resources.

Responsibilities:

Provide/arrange opportunities for youth to learn about their culture.
Work with youth to establish/maintain connection to their culture, family and community.
Transport youth to attend ceremony as needed.
Build relationships with Indigenous communities.
Establish relationships with our community partners.
Create sustainable access for youth to community resources and learning opportunities.
Facilitate and provide teachings to their team and the youth we serve.
Completion of contact notes and other administrative duties.
Be willing to work some evenings and weekends when required.

Qualifications:

Human Services Diploma/Degree; equivalencies will be considered.
Knowledge in the Indigenous culture and traditions.
Experience working with indigenous families is an asset.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Must have a valid driver's license and willing to obtain drivers abstract.
A criminal record check with vulnerable sector and Intervention Record check, valid within a maximum of 6 months are required for employment.

Salary and Benefits

Salary plus monthly Auto allowance
Paid Sick and wellness days after 3month probationary period (prorated)
Extended health benefits (50/50 cost sharing) after 6 months' employment.
Working approximately 34.5 hours per week

Start Date:
This position is to start as soon as possible.

Job Type:
Full time

Schedule:
Day shift, with possibility of evenings and weekends

Work Location:
One location