Community Connector
Core
Build trusted relationships between First Nations families, Elders, and service providers to ensure access to culturally safe, coordinated support across health, education, and justice systems.
Role type
Community Connector (First Nations focus)
Builds
Culturally safe, coordinated support services for First Nations families
Domain
Social services / Indigenous community support
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
Relationship building, advocacy, navigating complex service systems, trauma-informed practice, cultural safety, record keeping
Preferred skills
Qualification in Community Services/Social Work/Aboriginal Studies, experience with community-led programs, unrestricted driver's licence, Working with Children Check
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Build and maintain respectful relationships with First Nations families and stakeholders; Support families to access culturally safe services and navigate service systems; Act as a trusted link between families, communities, and the IMR Program; Participate in multidisciplinary meetings and community forums; Advocate for families by identifying barriers and promoting solutions; Maintain accurate records, referrals, and reports.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC