Cultural Program Coordinator

Cultural Program Coordinator
Job Number # 
20317
Employer 
Nuu-chah-nulth Tribal Council
Job Location(s) 
Port Alberni
Number of Positions 
1
Date Posted 
Aug 09, 2021
Apply By 
Aug 19, 2021
NOC Code 
4212
Source 
Employer
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Details 

The Nuu-chah-nulth Tribal Council’s Usma Family and Child Services (F&CS) is seeking an enthusiastic, Cultural Program Coordinator to provide meaningful cultural programming for Nuu-chah-nulth children and youth in care. Based out of Port Alberni, this permanent, full-time position works alongside agency employees, community members and others to promote cultural awareness and pride in the lives of Nuu-chah-nulth children and youth in care.
Position Responsibilities

  • Design develop and implement cultural programming for children and youth in care
  • Collaborate with the agency’s guardianship and child protection teams regarding the specific support needs of children and youth involved in programming
  • Collaborate with community partners, Nuu-chah-nulth Nations and Nuu-chah-nulth Language speakers in the development, delivery and design of cultural program activities
  • Recruits Nuu-chah-nulth knowledge keepers to present culture to program participants
  • Establish a welcoming and engaging space for program participants and visitors
  • Produce monthly, quarterly and annual reports regarding the services provided
Qualifications 

Preferred Qualifications

  • Post-Secondary education, preferably in the field of sociology, social work, community development, public administration or in any related field of social sciences
  • Minimum one (1) year direct experience in any or all of the tasks cited in the specified duties and responsibilities
  • Understanding, familiarity and appreciation for Nuu-chah-nulth culture and traditions
  • Experience working within an Indigenous community; with children and youth, or with children and youth in care considered an asset
  • Demonstrated network and leadership skills, offering positive mentorship to colleagues
  • Must have a car, valid driver’s licence, and able to work a variety of schedules as needed
  • Provide references and an acceptable criminal record check
How to Apply 

Competitive benefit package; and, salary based on qualifications and experience: salary range $55,000 - $68,000. To learn more about these social work opportunities contact Kelly Edgar, Usma F&CS Director by email: Kelly.Edgar@nuuchahnulth.org.

Apply by July 31, 2019 by sending your cover letter, resume and three references (available to contact) to:
Nuu-chah-nulth Tribal Council
P.O. Box 1383
Port Alberni, BC V9Y 7M2
Attn.: Human Resource Manager
Fax: (250) 723-0463
Email: apply@nuuchahnulth.org