Indigenous Program Coordinator

at  Government of Alberta

JOB INFORMATION

Job Requisition ID: 66229
Ministry: Public Safety and Emergency Services
Location: Calgary
Full or Part-Time: Full Time
Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week
Permanent/Temporary: Regular
Scope: Open Competition
Closing Date: February 11, 2025
Classification: Correctional Service Worker 1-2
Salary: CSW1 - $2,323,38 to 3,003.04 bi-weekly ($60,640 - $78,379/year)
CSW2 - $2,529.25 to 3,270.46 bi-weekly ($66,013 - $85,359/year)
The Ministry of Public Safety and Emergency Services has significant oversight and involvement in the public security and emergency services through its various divisions and operations. The department is responsible for the administration of law enforcement, correctional services, policing and police oversight and public safety. The Ministry supports crime prevention and restorative justice programs, as well as programs and services to support victims of crime, including those affected by domestic violence and human trafficking.
The Ministry also coordinates large scale emergency and disaster prevention, mitigation, preparedness, response and recovery programs and initiatives.
For further information, visit the ministry website at:

REQUIREMENTS:

Correctional Service Worker 1: Two-year diploma in a related field such as Indigenous Studies, Education, Social Work, Social Sciences, Justice Studies, Correctional Studies or Criminal Justice plus at least two years related experience; or equivalent as described below.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS INCLUDES THE FOLLOWING:

• A valid Driver’s License.
• Physically able to perform position duties.
  Please ensure all relevant qualifications are listed in resume.
  Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification.
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ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES

Are you looking for a career where you can help ensure Albertans have safe and secure communities while promoting Indigenous spirituality, culture, and community engagement? Then look no further! The Government of Alberta is seeking a motivated individual for permanent Indigenous Program Coordinators (IPC) position in Youth Attendance Centre, Calgary.
Reporting to a Community Corrections Manager, you will be required to develop, coordinate, and facilitate Indigenous programs for adults and youth involved in community corrections. The role involves liaising with Indigenous communities, developing relationships, and encouraging community participation to support the Indigenous population. IPCs will collaborate and communicate with case workers, probation officers, and community resources to achieve program goals. This position requires significant knowledge of Indigenous spirituality, culture, and the ability to engage with local Indigenous communities and resources. IPCs across the CSD meet on a regular basis to share knowledge and strategies, promoting collaboration to improve the level of support and service provided to the Indigenous population. You will require significant knowledge base of the local Indigenous communities, Indigenous spirituality and culture, and the ability to facilitate conversations with Indigenous Leaders and/or Elders to broker the development and implementation of program development and delivery in a correctional environment.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE:

• Developing awareness of Indigenous spiritual and cultural activities among the correctional population.
• Creating and delivering Indigenous programs to adults or youth involved in the provincial correctional system to encourage connection to Indigenous cultures.
• Providing ongoing Indigenous spiritual activities to adults and youth, such as smudging ceremonies, healing circles, drum circles, pipe ceremonies, sweat lodges and other relevant activities and ceremonies based on the needs of adults and youth.
• Recruitment, supervision, and coordination of Elders, Knowledge Keepers and cultural support staff to enhance Indigenous programming and services.
• Providing support to Indigenous individuals involved in the correctional system through one-to-one guidance and connections to Elders and other community resources.
• Assisting with release planning and supporting individual’s transition from custody to community.
• Providing coordination and planning within the centre and community as it relates to Indigenous programs and services.
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