CULTURAL SUPPORT WORKER
Tapwehtamowin Waskanikan – Tapwe Housing
Kisnimi Ti Transitional Housing
Full Time Position- Edmonton
Closing date: June 16, 2026
Native Counselling Services of Alberta’s mission is to promote the resilience of the indigenous individual and family, through programs and services that are grounded in reclaiming our interconnectedness, reconciliation of relationships and self-determination.
Native Counselling Services of Alberta (NCSA) provides services throughout Alberta to Indigenous individuals who are working to change their lives and live a holistic lifestyle. Our focus has been to provide cultural supports and guidance to individuals where they want. The two cultural support workers will work closely, supporting individuals within the two housing programs to work toward a healthy lifestyle.
Specific responsibilities will include the following:
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To build on participants strengths, abilities and interests to develop and implement their healing plan and adjusting to a healthy lifestyle.
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Provide cultural supports as required by individual participants.
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Working with NCSA staff, community and individuals to promote the program within the community and various agencies.
Our ideal candidate would have the following qualifications:
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In-depth experience and working knowledge of Indigenous communities, cultures, healing and language.
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Demonstrated understanding of historic trauma and the impact of colonization on Indigenous people.
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Extensive working experience with Indigenous individuals, knowledge of cultural protocol, experience working with Elders in a culturally appropriate manner.
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Good working knowledge of computers and information technology.
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Ability to seek out and build relationships with service providers and community members.
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Strong interpersonal relations, conflict resolution, leadership and time management skills.
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Up to date criminal record check, child intervention check and driver’s abstract.
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Must have a reliable vehicle, valid Alberta driver’s license with required liability insurance and confirmation of insurance coverage to transport clients.
Starting salary range $50,000.00- $60,000.00 annual
Please forward your resume and cover letter to:
Marg Milicevic, Manager, Human Resource
Thank you for your interest in joining the NCSA team. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. are committed to providing a workplace that is inclusive and accessible to all. Should you require accommodation during the hiring process, please contact our Human Resource team.
