Overview
Post-Secondary Education Worker Jobs in Campbell River, BC at Ka:’yu:’k’t’h’/Che:k’tles7et’h’ First Nations Gov’t
Full job description
The Ka:’yu:’k’t’h’/Che:k’tles7et’h’ First Nations (KCFNs) are a progressive, forward-thinking, modern, First Nations Treaty Government. We are growing & seek a career-minded, dedicated, hands-on, professional to assume the role ofEducation Worker – Post Secondary (EW). The EW works with persons in the post-secondary system – serving KCFN members and children who reside in and outside of Houpsitas. He or she provides monetary and other resources to ensure KCFN members are getting the supports they need as they move within the post-secondary system. The EW also supports the development of KCFN employees in the way of training/capacity building.
This f/t, permanent, position is based out of the Campbell River or Houpsitas (Kyuquot) Offices. The EW role comes with a competitive wage, benefits/pension/EAP & time off to achieve work-life balance!
What you’ll do:
Develops and implements a communication and outreach plans needed to building capacity and capabilities of KCFN members and staff
Assists KCFN members who wish to further their education (ie by helping members apply to schools, apply for funding, obtain transcripts and reports, seek academic support)
Receives, reviews, and processes applications under KCFN’s post-secondary programs
Provides an array of support needed to ensure successful completion of post-secondary studies
Follows and communicates KCFN’s post-secondary policy (and recommends changes when needed)
Sources programs and available funding for training opportunities in Campbell River as well as Houpsitas to enhance community capacity and entry into meaningful careers/jobs
Sources out and works with a number of organizations to understand their services and resources — and facilitates access between community members and those resources
Partners with a number of training and employment organizations such as NETP, NVIATS, NIEFS, and various colleges/universities
Prepares (or helps prepare) the annual post-secondary education registry report
Organizes, hosts, education and career fairs
Creates, develops, and maintains departmental policies
Cross-trains with and covers for the K-12 Education Worker when he or she is away
Sit on the Joint Occupational Health & Safety Committee as an employee representative – if requested
Follows all safe work practices under applicable health and safety legislation/regulations – both federal and provincial
Follows all KCFN policies, practices and procedures
Adheres to all KCFN, provincial and federal laws/legislation/regulations
Other duties/tasks/projects as assigned by the ED
Our ideal candidate:
Post-secondary diploma or certificate in arts and sciences, education, social work, training & development, or youth work –strongasset
Grade 12 diploma
Experience working in an educational setting in an advisory support/role –asset
Experience using Office 365, Google docs, Adobe and other software programs
Experience organizing projects and good math skills
Strong organizational, communication and conflict resolution skills (trauma informed)
Well-honed presentation skills and public speaking
Demonstrated experience connecting, supporting, coaching, and developing people
Experience working with First Nation organizations (in a remote setting)
An understanding and appreciation of Nuu-chah-nulth culture/language/protocols
OTHER
Post-secondary studies in arts …
Title: Post-Secondary Education Worker
Company: Ka:’yu:’k’t’h’/Che:k’tles7et’h’ First Nations Gov’t
Location: Campbell River, BC
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