Elder Support Worker

Inuuqatigiit Centre•Ottawa, ON

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Inuuqatigiit Centre for Inuit Children, Youth and Families is a multi-service non-profit organization serving Inuit children, youth, and their families. We are dedicated to providing cultural, educational, and support services in a caring, respectful, and collaborative environment that fosters strong and proud Inuit children and families. Under the supervision of the Manager of Family Well-Being, the Elders Support Worker plans and delivers community-based cultural programming, engages and supports Inuit Elders using a holistic approach and ensures safe spaces for clients in compliance with the current wise practices, relevant legislation and Inuuqatigiit Centre policies and procedures.

Requirements

Inuit Descent required
Post secondary education in a related field
Minimum of one year of experience: Supporting elders
Minimum of one year of experience: Working with intuit communities
Minimum of one year of experience: Working with family oriented program
Fluency in Inuktitut required
Knowledge of the needs of Inuit Elders
Knowledge of Inuit and non-Inuit community services and supports
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
Ability to operate computer systems and relevant software
Strong organizational, program planning, evaluation, fiscal management, and problem-solving skills
Ability to respond effectively in crisis situations
Ability to work in a collaborative staff team environment
Ability to function effectively in a high stress, high noise environment
Enthusiasm, flexibility, dedication, and commitment to Elders and Inuuqatigiit Centre
Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with children, youth, community members, fellow employees, and staff at Inuuqatigiit and other partner agencies
Ability to function effectively in a high stress, high noise environment
Ability to operate computer systems and relevant software
Enthusiasm, flexibility, dedication and commitment to children
Medical certification of good health
Police Record Check required in keeping with Inuuqatigiit Centre Personnel Policies and Procedures

Nice To Haves

Driver’s License an asset
Ability to handle difficult and painful emotional situations and establish healthy boundaries, understands the importance of and practices work life balance

Responsibilities

Oversee the planning and implementation of effective outreach strategies to existing and prospective Elder clients through ongoing communications
Oversee the planning and delivery of safe, culturally appropriate and consistent Elder/ community programming and activities
Develop and maintain a list of Elders interested in supporting internal and external programs, and facilitate the coordination of Elders supporting programs
Identify and report on concerns and issues related to Elders engagement to Manager of FWB
Resolve issues that arise in delivery of Elders engagement programming
Plan and purchase supplies for Elders programs and activities, including food
Provide transportation assistance to Elders
Other duties as needed by the manager
Plan and deliver community-based activities for Elders based on the Inuuqatigiit Centre FWB model
Liaise with service providers to ensure appropriate referrals, system navigation and advocacy
Provide consistent check-ins with Elders weekly
Offer support to Elders for challenges with their day-to-day or occasional needs
Actively participate in case management meetings and required follow up
Regularly participate in supervision meetings with the FWB Manager
Oversee and participate in the facilitation of Elders Committee meetings
Provide responsive and inclusive support services to Elders
Oversee referrals for Elders to engage in appropriate services as required and document the results of these referrals
Seek out opportunities for peer or other support as appropriate in preventing and coping with the effects of vicarious trauma
Implement a team approach to planning community-based programming and safe spaces
Provide information to the FWB Manager for the purpose of local program progress tracking and evaluation
Adhere to the FWB mandate and workplan
Represent Inuuqatigiit Centre at meetings, presentations and conferences with stakeholders including partner agencies, funders, and government
Liaise with landlords, OW/ODSP and other agencies that affect Elder wellness
Engage with various agencies and stakeholders to strengthen engagement programs and services
Oversee and maintain the program budget
Responsible for preparing programming schedule
With the support of the Manager of Family Well-being, liaise with IC Finance department to ensure timely payment of invoices
Maintain thorough, orderly, and confidential administrative tasks required by funder and Inuuqatigiit Centre (e.g. daily contacts, referrals, client files)
Document program attendance and client support case notes in the database
Maintain accurate attendance records of all Elder activities and events
Meet all tracking, evaluation, and reporting requirements of funder and Inuuqatigiit Centre (client notes, attendance, maintaining project