Indigenous Elders Community Champion

• Serve as a cultural guide and advisor, ensuring that organizational initiatives and decisions align with and respect indigenous values and traditions.
• Establish and maintain strong connections with indigenous communities, acting as a bridge between the organization and the community to foster collaboration and understanding.
• Develop and deliver cultural competency training for staff, promoting a deeper understanding of indigenous perspectives, history and contemporary issues.
• Advocate for the inclusion and recognition of indigenous perspectives in policies, programs, and practices, promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Provide support and resources to indigenous elders within the organization, ensuring their wellbeing and involvement in decision-making processes.
• Facilitate and oversee cultural ceremonies and events, promoting a respectful and inclusive environment for all participants.
• Collaborate with internal teams to integrate indigenous perspectives into projects, events, and initiatives, fostering a culturally rich and diverse workplace.
• Connect daily with those identified within the Community Member Services (CMS).
• Assist in implementing referrals to appropriate community services, such as VCH programs, local physicians, and Sechelt Hospital.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with other program staff, as well as contact agencies and outside organizations.
• Participate in internal or external committees as required or assigned.
• Other duties as required and assigned within the scope of the position.

• A secondary school diploma or employer-approved alternatives or an acceptable combination of education, training, and/ or experience.
• Two years of experience working, preferably in First Nations communities.
• Knowledge of shíshálh Nation programs and services or willing to learn.
• Respect for, sensitivity towards, as well as knowledge and understanding of shíshálh culture and traditions.
• Understanding of and ability to translate relevant legislation into the Nation language, policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of First Nation service delivery, customs and traditions in responding to Elders.
• Knowledge of external services and service agencies.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a clear Criminal Records Check.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a valid BC Driver’s License and have access to a reliable vehicle.
• The hours of work, including days off and work area, may be subject to change consistent with operational requirements.

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