Cultural Liaison

Employer

Poundmaker's Lodge Treatement Centres

Languages

English

Education

No degree, certificate or diploma

Asset languages

Cree

Target audience

• Aboriginal groups
• Persons with mental health disabilities

Policy and program experience

Addiction or substance abuse

Area of work experience

Community service organization

Planning specialization

First Nations

Area of specialization

Aboriginal or First Nations education

Transportation/travel information

• Own transportation
• Own vehicle
• Willing to travel regularly
• Valid driver's licence
• Travel expenses paid by employer

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Ability to work independently
• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Physically demanding
• Tight deadlines
• Attention to detail

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Interpersonal awareness
• Judgement
• Values and ethics
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Team player
• Organized

Screening questions

• Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?
• Are you willing to relocate for this position?
• Do you have experience working in this field?
• Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?

Experience

2 years to less than 3 years

Employment terms options

Day

Support for Indigenous people

• Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports Indigenous people
• Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for Indigenous workers
• Develops and maintains relationships with indigenous communities, indigenous-owned businesses and organizations
• Provides cultural competency training and/or awareness training to all employees to create a welcoming work environment for Indigenous workers
• Facilitates access to Elders who can offer support and guidance to Indigenous workers