Indigenous Support Coordinator

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We’re an amazing team, doing amazing things every day. Inn from the Cold is the largest organization in the Calgary region dedicated to supporting families experiencing a housing crisis.

At Inn from the Cold, we offer more than a job; we provide an opportunity to make a profound impact on the lives of families in need. Our values guide us — compassion, accountability, respect, inclusivity, courage, and innovation. We are driven by our vision of a thriving community where every child and family has a safe and stable place to call home.

We prioritize people, recognizing the uniqueness and worth of everyone who walks through our doors. Our commitment to reconciliation and equity is not just a statement; it's a journey we're dedicated to, actively working alongside Indigenous peoples and marginalized communities to dismantle oppressive structures. As a trauma informed organization, we create a safe and supportive environment, promoting healing and resilience.

We are a multidisciplinary team united by a shared vision, mission and values. Collaboration is at the heart of our work, and we believe that diverse perspectives drive our success. It is this diversity and the respect and value we have for each other and our community that makes us stronger.

If this sounds like a place where you would want to work, please review the position below to see if there's a fit with your skills and experience.

• Position Title Independent Support Coordinator
• Job Type Full Time
• Department Programs
• Reports to Manager, Indigenous Engagement

Reporting to the Manager, Indigenous Engagement, the Indigenous Support Coordinator is a champion for Indigenous families, providing culturally sensitive support for those accessing The Inn’s programs. Key responsibilities include assessing families' needs, facilitating connections to Indigenous resources and services, integrating traditional knowledge into program practices, and leading cultural activities to strengthen families' connections to their culture and identity.

The Indigenous Support Coordinator plays a vital role in advocating for Indigenous families, fostering community relationships, and contributing to the organization's mission of providing comprehensive supports that honour diverse cultural perspectives and unique life experiences for families.

• Meet with Indigenous families accessing programs at Inn from the Cold to assess their needs and provide culturally sensitive support, including navigation of Indigenous systems and connection to resources.
• Collaborate with the Shelter and Housing teams to support the needs of Indigenous families from an Indigenous and culturally sensitive lens.
• Actively promote Indigenous resiliency and well-being and integrate traditional knowledge and ways of knowing into daily program practices and service delivery, providing guidance and mentorship to families and staff as needed.
• Develop rapport and model healthy professional relationships and boundaries with families and colleagues.
• Integrate various roles, including coaching, mentoring, liaising, advocating, providing resources, and facilitating to effectively support Indigenous families

• Facilitate direct connection to Elders, Knowledge Keepers and ceremonies for Indigenous families.
• Coordinate, plan, and facilitate weekly cultural activities to help families strengthen their connection to culture.
• Facilitate daily smudge on 3rd floor shelter space for families.
• Coordinate and provide all cultural supplies, including tobacco, cloth and traditional medicines to INN families.
• Coordinate and prepare honorariums and gifts for Elders and Knowledge Keepers
• Connect with Cultural Facilitators to deliver programming and offer workshops to support the engagement of families with programming.
• Contribute to the planning of gatherings for families and the community at large.
• Facilitate weekly smudge for staff.

• Complete and maintain accurate documentation regarding families using a variety of systems (HOMES, Program Drive, HMIS).
• Ensure all…