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Practice Advisor, Indigenous RelationsIndigenous Perspectives Society • Surrey, Metro Vancouver Regional District, CA
Practice Advisor, Indigenous Relations

Practice Advisor, Indigenous Relations

Indigenous Perspectives Society • Surrey, Metro Vancouver Regional District, CA
6 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Permanent
Job description

Overview

We are honoured to again be selected as one of B.C.’s Top Employers.

If you are looking for an opportunity to contribute your experience, knowledge, and passion in a meaningful way, CLBC is the place for you!

About CLBC

Community Living British Columbia (CLBC) is a Crown corporation responsible for arranging supports and services for adults with developmental disabilities and their families. CLBC staff strive to advance the vision of Lives filled with possibilities in welcoming communities.

Position details

Term / Status : Permanent, Full-time

Classification / Salary : Social Program Officer R27 / position starts at $83,071 annually

Team : Indigenous Relations

Location : Any CLBC office in the Fraser region (Hybrid – 2 days in office after probationary period)

Visit our Careers at CLBC page to learn more about working at CLBC, what we offer, and tips for the interview process.

CLBC continues to work to develop stronger linkages with Aboriginal communities and the different community organizations that exist to address the disability-related needs of Aboriginal people.

Commitment

CLBC is committed to :

  • Encourage qualified Indigenous people to apply for staff positions at CLBC
  • Develop relationships with Indigenous communities and discuss their needs and how CLBC can provide support
  • Identify Indigenous adults now living outside their home community and find ways to reconnect them
  • Increase the cultural competency of CLBC staff to work with Indigenous people

Opportunity : Practice Advisor, Indigenous Relations

As a Practice Advisor, Indigenous Relations at CLBC, you will support initiatives aimed at increasing cultural safety within CLBC and influence Indigenous community inclusion strategies across the sector. You will provide province-wide leadership, working closely with Head Office Departments and Regional Operations to develop innovative approaches to advancing CLBC’s relationships with First Nations, Métis, Inuit, partners, and Urban Indigenous agencies, individuals and communities.

This dynamic position is responsible for developing CLBC’s capacity to understand and respond to the needs of Indigenous individuals and their families who live within or outside of First Nations communities, including urban and rural communities. This includes providing practice consultation and planning guidance to regional operations staff with an Indigenous cultural lens, coordinating training at the team or region level, and providing expert knowledge for the implementation of cross-government policy agreements.

What you will bring

  • Preference will be given to candidates with a bachelor’s degree in a related field, and preferably a minimum of five years of experience working in both the government systems and with Indigenous Peoples in the community
  • An understanding of the various jurisdictions is critical
  • An equivalent combination of relevant education / experience may be considered
  • Pursuant to Section 42 of the BC Human Rights Code, preference will be given to Indigenous candidates who self-identify as having First Nation, Metis or Indigenous ancestry with the required combination of education and experience.
  • Benefits

  • Employer-paid extended health and dental plan
  • A BC Public Service Pension plan with employer contributions
  • Generous vacation plus additional personal days
  • Paid maternity / parental / adoption leave
  • Life insurance, paid sick days, and, if needed, long-term disability
  • Wellness supports, including an Employee and Family Assistance Program
  • Professional development funds and resources to encourage continuous learning and skill development
  • Access to government discounts on travel, cell phones, and more
  • Additional Info

  • Travel : Occasional overnight travel is required
  • Possession of a Class 5 driver’s license and a clean driver’s abstract are required. Use of own vehicle on expenses
  • An eligibility list for internal candidates may be established
  • Closing date : January 25, 2026

    If your application is shortlisted, you’ll be invited to an interview where you’ll have the opportunity to share more about your experience. Please note that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

    This opportunity is open to applicants who are legally entitled to work in Canada.

    For more information, or to apply now, you must go to the website below. Please DO NOT email your resume to us as we only accept applications through our website.

    https : / / communitylivingbc.prevueaps.ca / jobs / 29874-18680.html

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