Employment Opportunities

Indigenous Liaison Officer

Job Summary

The Indigenous Liaison Officer will assist Indigenous inmates serving terms of imprisonment in their successful reintegration into the community by providing culturally relevant programs, services and activities aimed at promoting Indigenous Healing and Wellness. The successful candidate will provide culturally safe, one-on-one support, advocacy, programming, and community outreach. This individual will work collaboratively with correctional staff, Elders, community partners, and families.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as a liaison between Indigenous inmates, families, institutional staff, probation and parole, Elders, knowledge keepers, Indigenous community corrections workers, and community service providers

• Develop and facilitate regular Indigenous cultural, social, and spiritual programming

• Meet with Indigenous inmates upon admission to explain available supports and services

• Assist with release planning, temporary absence plans, and community reintegration

• Establish community partnerships and volunteer involvement

• Maintain intake forms, client records, statistics, and reports

• Other duties as required to ensure successful programming

Qualifications:

• Post-secondary degree/diploma in Social or Human Services or equivalent experience

• Knowledge of Indigenous culture and spirituality

• Experience providing one-on-one support to Indigenous men

• Experience facilitating programs and teaching skills

• Knowledge of correctional environments

• Strong communication, organization, computer, and time management skills

• Comfortability and confidence working within a Correctional Facility

• Able to maintain accurate records and documentation.

Requirements and Contract Information:

• Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Check (required)

• Valid driver’s license and regular access to a vehicle

• Location: West Coast Correctional Centre and NAWN’s Indigenous Justice Program Office

Hours: 28 hours per week (4 days/week)

Rate of Pay range: $30/hour

Hiring Priority

Internal applicants will be given first priority consideration. Preference will be given to Indigenous applicants.

Applicants are encouraged to self-identify in their cover letter if they are an Indigenous person. We welcome all qualified people to apply.

How to Apply:

Deadline to submit cover letter and resume by 12:00 pm, July 27, 2026.

Please send your Cover letter and Resume to: audreyl.nawn@gmail.com