Community Inclusion - Indigenous Culture Support Worker

Community Inclusion Indigenous Culture & Support Worker

Location :
Nanaimo

Position Type :
Full Time Hourly

Schedule :
Monday - Friday (9am - 5pm)

Wage : $25.14 - $28.73 per hour

Why Join Us?
Are you passionate about cultural connection and community? Join Bonaventure’s Community Inclusion team and help build a more connected, culturally aware community. In this role, you will support individuals with diverse abilities—both Indigenous and non-Indigenous—by sharing Indigenous traditions, fostering genuine relationships with Elders, families, and community partners, and leading inclusive cultural learning. This role has a strong focus on connecting people to culture, fostering inclusion, and supporting meaningful activities—cultivating belonging, helping individuals make friends, find activities, and participate fully in community.

The Role

Support individuals in accessing community opportunities, building friendships, and participating in inclusive activities.

Collaborate with the Inclusion Team, families, and community partners to respond flexibly to the evolving needs of those supported.

Encourage and facilitate the involvement of natural supports (family, friends, neighbors) in each person’s life.

Share and honor Indigenous traditions, ways of knowing, being, and doing, as appropriate and requested.

Promote cultural awareness and understanding within the team and the wider community.

Design and lead culturally inclusive activities for people of all abilities.

Work with CI teammates to provide holistic wellness supports aligned to person‑centred plans (social, recreational, vocational, educational).

What You Bring

Knowledge of Indigenous culture and practices (lived experience an asset).

Strong relationship‑building and communication skills; collaborative mindset.

Ability to support individuals as outlined in person‑centred plans.

Commitment to inclusion, dignity, respect, and confidentiality.

About Us
Bonaventure Support Services is a value-driven agency supporting children, youth, and adults with diverse abilities across Vancouver Island. We believe in person-centered services that promote dignity, independence, and inclusion.

Requirements

Valid BC Class 5 Driver’s License, and personal vehicle.

RCMP Criminal Record Check & MCFD Hub Screening (employer facilitated).

First Aid with CPR, Food Safe Level 1.

3 reference letters (including one from your most recent employer).

Immunization record or exemption, TB Screen, and Physician’s Declaration.

Resume;
Reference Letters (Three);
Physician’s Declaration; TB screen;
Immunization Records.

What We Offer

Progressive vacation entitlement, starting at 2 weeks

RRSP contribution program

Extended health, dental, and life insurance coverage

Ongoing training and professional development opportunities

Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)

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