Company: Hamilton Regional Indian Centre

The Hamilton Regional Indian Centre is currently accepting applications for the new position of

Language and Culture Program Worker.

The Hamilton Regional Indian Centre (HRIC) is a large Indigenous not for profit organization. We are culturally based and committed to driving positive change for the community. As a staff member of HRIC you will have opportunity for professional growth, access to Elders and Traditional Knowledge Keepers and a generous benefit package. We strive to uphold pre- colonial management and policy structure, while being supportive and maintaining a positive work atmosphere.

The HRIC Language and Culture Program Worker, under the direction of the Executive Director or Designate, is responsible for supporting all junctures of Indigenous culture and language classes within the HRIC.

The work and goals of the Culture and Language Program Worker is to reclaim, revitalize, maintain, and strengthen Indigenous culture and languages within the urban Indigenous community.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Post-secondary certificate in Indigenous Studies or a combination of equivalent and relevant education and/or experience, skills, and abilities as determined by the Executive Director;
• 2 years of demonstrated and work-related experience within an Indigenous organization/agency;
• Strong knowledge and awareness of Indigenous culture and history, with particular emphasis on the impacts of trauma;
• High level of oral, written, presentation, and facilitation skills;
• Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Training and experience is an asset;
• First Aid/CPR certification or be willing to be certified;
• Skilled in use of Microsoft Office/365 applications and other databases;
• High flexibility with strong interpersonal skills that allow one to work effectively in a diverse environment;
• Valid driver’s licence with clear driving record is an asset: and,
• Satisfactory Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector

HOURS OF OPERATION: Monday to Friday 8am to 8pm (8-hour shift within these hours of operation), occasional evenings/weekends

SALARY RANGE: $51,345.00-$57,050.00 per annum