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Practice Advisor, Indigenous Relations (Permanent) Fraser region 2026.011
Practice Advisor, Indigenous Relations (Permanent) Fraser region 2026.011Community Living BC • Surrey, British Columbia, Canada
Practice Advisor, Indigenous Relations (Permanent) Fraser region 2026.011

Practice Advisor, Indigenous Relations (Permanent) Fraser region 2026.011

Community Living BC • Surrey, British Columbia, Canada
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Permanent
Job description

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!

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 .

Term / Status : Permanent Full-time

Classification / Salary : Social Program Officer R27 / position starts at $83071 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.

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

About the opportunity :

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 CLBCs relationships with First Nations Metis Inuit partners and Urban indigenous agencies individuals and communities.

This dynamic position is responsible for developing CLBCs 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.

To succeed in this role you :

  • Are agile in your approach and methodology and can move fluidly from support to project leadership translating local issues into change opportunities working effectively with Regional and Executive leadership
  • Have a high level of knowledge and understanding of BC Indigenous issues including the history and impact of residential schools intersections of disability with culture and steps to implement the Provincial Governments mandated Calls to Action
  • Have a familiarity with the structure and operation of developmental disability supports and services in BC
  • Understand different learning styles and corresponding communication strategies
  • Are familiar with the elements of Aboriginal meeting protocols including circles elder participation etc.
  • Understand program and policy development
  • Understand trauma-informed practice
  • What you will bring :

  • Preference will be given to candidates with a bachelors 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
  • Pu rsuant 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 : A rewarding career at CLBC comes with great benefits including :

  • 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 drivers license and a clean drivers 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 youll be invited to an interview where youll 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.

    Required Experience :

    Unclear Seniority

    Key Skills

    Practice Management,Veterinary Experience,Enterprise Architecture,Office Manager Experience,Enterprise Software,Healthcare Management,IaaS,TOGAF,Medical office experience,Conflict Management,COBIT,Customer relationship management

    Employment Type : Full-Time

    Experience : years

    Vacancy : 1

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