Indigenous Support Specialist

TL;DR

Indigenous Support Specialist: Providing leadership in organizational change and trauma-informed support for survivors of sexual violence with an accent on Indigenous cultural perspectives and community relationship building. Focus on coordinating academic and non-academic accommodations, managing complex cases, and facilitating systemic improvements to university policies.

Location: Must be based at the hirify.global Vancouver Campus, Canada

Salary: $7,622.83 - $11,886.67 CAD Monthly

Company

The University of British Columbia (hirify.global) is a global centre for research and teaching, consistently ranked among the top public universities in the world.

What you will do

• Provide crisis intervention, risk assessment, and safety planning for survivors of sexual violence using trauma-informed and culturally-based practices.
• Coordinate academic and non-academic accommodations in collaboration with campus and community stakeholders.
• Foster and maintain relationships with Indigenous communities, organizations, and institutional partners.
• Facilitate case management meetings and provide guidance to university staff and faculty involved in cases.
• Interpret and recommend improvements to university policies regarding sexual violence and misconduct.
• Manage accurate case records and prepare documentation for reporting and evaluation purposes.

Requirements

• Undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline (Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, Indigenous Studies, or Gender Studies).
• Minimum of five years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Excellent working knowledge of Indigenous cultural beliefs and practices regarding trauma-informed support.
• Demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse and marginalized populations.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and project management skills.

Nice to have

• Master’s degree in a relevant field.
• Experience in group facilitation and program design.

Culture & Benefits

• Commitment to employment equity and fostering a diverse, inclusive workplace.
• Opportunity to contribute to meaningful organizational change and support for Indigenous survivors.
• Collaborative professional environment within the Sexual Violence Prevention and Response Office.
• Access to university resources and professional development opportunities.