Language Assistant (NETP Special Projects Program)

Language Assistant (NETP Special Projects Program)
Job Number # 
16456
Employer 
Port Alberni Friendship Center
Job Location(s) 
Port Alberni
Number of Positions 
1
Date Posted 
May 18, 2018
Apply By 
Jun 01, 2018
Start Date 
2018-06-19
Start Date 
ASAP
Schedule 
Part Time
Temporary
Hours 
28 hours/week
Wage 
$12.65
NOC Code 
5125
Source 
Employer
Details 
The position will be directly accountable to the Community Capacity Project Coordinator and/or Designate.
 
Purpose
To train and provide work experience for one Aboriginal individual who will be able to provide program support for various programs of the Friendship Center.  
 
Tasks
• Will train on client reception and intake for various programs, photocopying, faxing, and direct clients to the appropriate services.  
• Assist with planning
• Assist with coordination and implementation of events
• Assist Program Staff with Youth, Community and Elders programming
• Assist with Enhanced child-minding and program activities
• Assist with organizing and providing activities for children at the Oowattin Cultural Camp
• Assist with the Elders and Youth Cultural Camp
• Assist with fund raising activities for Elders, Youth and Children’s activities.
• Assist with Elders and Youth Cultural Camp
• Assist with Youth and Family Nights
• Assist fluent speakers with preparation for language nest 
• Prepare learning tools for language nest
• Assist Elders/Fluent speakers with children in the class
• Learn Nuučaan̓uł language to assist with mentoring children in the class
Qualifications 
Requirements
• MUST declare Aboriginal ancestry
• Able to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing
• Must be highly flexible, patient, understanding and personable
• Understanding and knowledge of Aboriginal peoples culture, values and Language
• Able and willing to work in a Team setting
• Willing to work evenings and weekends
• Possession of valid driver’s license and reliable transportation an asset
• Must be willing to assist with all fundraising and recreational activities as required
• Must be willing to submit to a criminal record check
How to Apply 

Interview Date:  Week of June 1, 2018
Start Date:  June 19, 2018 until December 31st, 2018

Please Note:  Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.  For further information, and to complete an application form, please contact Shelley Poole or Michelle Shiner at (250) 723-8281 or email at c.stevens@pafriendshipcenter.com