Cultural Support Worker
On-site · Eskasoni, Nova Scotia, Canada
Job Summary
Cultural Support Worker providing cultural support and teachings to Mi’kmaw communities in Unama’ki, traveling within Eskasoni to coordinate in-community sessions, uphold privacy and confidentiality, and collaborate with the Residential Survivors Support Team. Requires Mi’kmaw language fluency and strong English communication, experience with Residential School Survivors issues, ability to work evenings/weekends, dependable vehicle and valid driver’s license, and a clear Police Vulnerable Sector and Sexual Abuse Registry. Includes regular staff meetings and training, adherence to agency policies, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team to support community leaders and knowledge keepers.
Required Qualifications
- 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.
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