JOB OVERVIEW

The Community Resource Connector is part of the Red Deer Public Schools Community Liaison Worker (CLW) program. This program is an early intervention/prevention service for children and families identified as being “at risk” or vulnerable to problems (e.g. mental, social, emotional, and spiritual).
The Community Resource Connector is a resource to the Community Liaison Workers who are engaged with Indigenous families in our community. This is not a case management position.

EXPERIENCE:

Post-secondary education relevant to the position.
Experience relevant to the position.
Minimum of 1 year working in community outreach.
Ability to effectively interact with diverse groups.
Current training and certification in Aboriginal Awareness, Suicide Prevention, and First Aid/CPR.
Current criminal record check and child intervention check.
Intermediate computer skills.
Valid driver’s license.
Reliable vehicle.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $23.00 per hour
Expected hours: 35 per week

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Life insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 2025-08-3

• Share information about Red Deer Native Friendship Society programs and services with identified schools
• Provide culturally appropriate resources and contact details as requested by Red Deer Public Schools
• Promote and support Indigenous cultural events and programming in schools
• Submit monthly reports detailing activities and contacts to the Director of Programs at Red Deer Native Friendship Society
• Collaborate with community Elders and attend local events involving Red Deer Native Friendship Society
• Maintain regular communication with outreach school principals, Community Liaison Worker team coordinators, and Indigenous education team leaders
• Offer guidance and referrals to Community Liaison Workers and other school staff
• Organize and advertise Sharing Circles at the Outreach School and ensure student awareness and participation
• Attend scheduled meetings related to the Community Liaison Worker program
• Refer staff to appropriate Indigenous and non-Indigenous community agencies for further support
• Participate in High Risk Youth Coalition meetings and represent the organization at community tables
• Be a consistent presence and resource at designated schools