Cultural Support Worker

Eskasoni Health Centre • Eskasoni 3, NS

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the Residential Survivors Support Team Lead, the successful candidate will work as a supporting member of the Residential Survivors Support Team, providing Cultural Support and teachings to the communities of Unama’ki.

Requirements

• Post-secondary education in a related field or equivalent education and experience
• Be recognized within one, or all, of the Unama’ki communities as a spiritual, traditional, or cultural leader/teacher, or knowledge keeper
• Be fluent in the Mi’kmaw language and possess strong communication skills in the English language
• Knowledge and experience working with, and in Mi’kmaw communities and understand the political, governance, and community structures
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of individuals in the organization, communities and federal and provincial representatives
• Understand issues affecting Residential School Survivors i.e., physical/emotional abuse, sexual abuse, grief, addictions, anger, and relationship issues
• Must be trust-worthy and credible in all Unama’ki communities
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Have proficient computer skills and an awareness of Microsoft Word / Google Sheets
• Strong Organizational Skills
• Always maintain, the highest standards of confidentiality
• Ability to work independently, as well as part of a team
• Valid Nova Scotia Driver’s License & reliable vehicle
• Candidates must have a clear Police Vulnerable Sector and Sexual Abuse Registry record
• Ability to function well under stressful conditions and multitask.

Responsibilities

• Available to work evenings and weekends when necessary
• Ability to travel throughout Unama’ki, providing cultural support and cultural teachings
• Ability to coordinate in community cultural support and cultural teaching sessions
• Willing to learn and share cultural teachings throughout Unama’ki
• Adhere to the policy and procedures of Eskasoni Mental Health Services / Eskasoni Health Centre and Eskasoni Band Administration
• Comply with Eskasoni Mental Health Services / Eskasoni Health Centre privacy and confidentiality policies
• Adhere to professional standards and demeanor and align work and behavior with Eskasoni Mental Health Services mission / Code of conduct
• Attending regular staff meetings and training related to the smooth operation of the RRS team and Eskasoni Mental Health Services.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree