Elder Support Worker

Inuuqatigiit Centre, 230 McArthur Ave, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

Posted Monday, June 1, 2026 at 4:00 a.m.

Inuuqatigiit Centre for Inuit Children, Youth and Families is a multi service non‑profit organization serving Inuit children, youth, and their families. We are dedicated to providing cultural, educational, and support services in a caring, respectful, and collaborative environment that fosters strong and proud Inuit children and families.

Under the supervision of the Manager of Family Well‑Being, the Elders Support Worker plans and delivers community‑based cultural programming, engages and supports Inuit Elders using a holistic approach and ensures safe spaces for clients in compliance with the current wise practices, relevant legislation and Inuuqquati Centre policies and procedures.

• Oversee the planning and implementation of effective outreach strategies to existing and prospective Elder clients through ongoing communications.
• Oversee the planning and delivery of safe, culturally appropriate and consistent Elder/community programming and activities.
• Develop and maintain a list of Elders interested in supporting internal and external programs, and facilitate the coordination of Elders supporting programs.
• Identify and report on concerns and issues related to Elders engagement to Manager of FWB.
• Resolve issues that arise in delivery of Elders engagement programming.
• Plan and purchase supplies for Elders programs and activities, including food.
• Provide transportation assistance to Elders.
• Other duties as needed by the manager.
• Plan and deliver community‑based activities for Elders based on the Inuuqquati Centre FWB model.
• Liaise with service providers to ensure appropriate referrals, system navigation and advocacy.
• Provide consistent check‑ins with Elders weekly.
• Offer support to Elders for challenges with their day‑to‑day or occasional needs.
• Actively participate in case management meetings and required follow‑up.
• Regularly participate in supervision meetings with the FWB Manager.
• Oversee and participate in the facilitation of Elders Committee meetings.
• Provide responsive and inclusive support services to Elders.
• Oversee referrals for Elders to engage in appropriate services as required and document the results of these referrals.
• Seek out opportunities for peer or other support as appropriate in preventing and coping with the effects of vicarious trauma.
• Implement a team approach to planning community‑based programming and safe spaces.
• Provide information to the FWB Manager for the purpose of local program progress tracking and evaluation.
• Adhere to the FWB mandate and workplan.
• Represent Inuuqquati Centre at meetings, presentations and conferences with stakeholders including partner agencies, funders, and government.
• Liaise with landlords, OW/ODSP and other agencies that affect Elder wellness.
• Engage with various agencies and stakeholders to strengthen engagement programs and services.
• Oversee and maintain the program budget.
• With the support of the Manager of Family Well‑Being, liaise with IC Finance department to ensure timely payment of invoices.
• Maintain thorough, orderly, and confidential administrative tasks required by funder and Inuuqquati Centre (e.g. daily contacts, referrals, client files).
• Document program attendance and client support case notes in the database.
• Maintain accurate attendance records of all Elder activities and events.
• Meet all tracking, evaluation, and reporting requirements of funder and Inuuqquati Centre (client notes, attendance, maintaining project)

• Inuit Descent required
• Post secondary education in a related field
• Minimum of one year of experience:
  • Supporting elders
  • Working with Inuit communities
  • Working with family oriented program

• Fluency in Inuktitut required
• Knowledge of the needs of Inuit Elders
• Knowledge of Inuit and non‑Inuit community services and supports
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
• Ability to operate computer systems and relevant software
• Strong organizational, program planning, evaluation, fiscal management, and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to…