Competition No: S 16 ISS 132 TEM
We require experienced Cultural Support Workers to work in the district’s Aboriginal education services. Qualified candidates will be considered for placement on the established casual list to work on an as-needed basis.

Successful applicants will have a minimum of Grade XII supplemented by graduation from a one-year education assistant program (SETA preferred) from a recognized community or technical college. In addition, the incumbent must have the following:

Over one year of experience in working with Aboriginal people in an educational setting
Considerable working knowledge of the Aboriginal culture, heritage and value systems (preferably the Stó:lδ Nation)
Proven ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with all internal and external contacts; a helpful and pleasant manner in dealing with others
Proven ability to express ideas effectively, both orally and in writing
Proven ability to work in a cooperative team situation, offering assistance to co-workers as required
Ability to provide guidance and direction to others; proven ability to explain information and instructions to others
Working knowledge of the district child abuse protocol and reporting procedures
Sufficient physical capabilities, stamina and coordination to perform the duties of the position to the required standard