TERM FULL-TIME POSITION (TWO YEARS) IN NORTH VANCOUVER
CLOSES: Open Until Filled
Be Part of Something Meaningful!
Join The Squamish Nation’s Ts’ixwts’ixwnítway Member Services Team in providing culturally grounded justice and outreach services to our Úxwumixw (community). Your work will empower vulnerable members navigating the justice system, offering advocacy, healing, and practical support rooted in Sḵwx̱wú7mesh snew̓íyelh (teachings) and wenáxws (respect).
What You’ll Do
- Provide outreach and advocacy for members involved in provincial/federal justice systems, including court accompaniment and institutional visits
- Develop culturally safe wellness/release plans for incarcerated members (including CSC Section 84 cases)
- Liaise with corrections, courts, and community agencies to bridge services and reduce barriers
- Conduct encampment outreach, wellness checks, and crisis intervention for unsheltered members
- Connect members with housing, health, employment, and addiction recovery supports
- Maintain records for funding reporting and program evaluation
- Collaborate with Squamish Nation departments to align services with community needs
- Promote justice-related education and prevention initiatives
What We’re Looking For
- 2+ years’ experience in justice, social work, or outreach with Indigenous communities
- Knowledge of Indigenous justice principles (Gladue, Section 84, restorative practices)
- Strong relationships with corrections, courts, and social service agencies
- Crisis intervention skills and ability to work with trauma-affected individuals
- Valid BC Driver’s License and willingness to travel for outreach
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and navigate complex systems with cultural humility
- Flexibility to work occasional evenings/weekends for urgent member needs
- Cultural humility and respect for Sḵwx̱wú7mesh values, sovereignty, and self-determination.
Why Work With Us
- Impactful Work – Be part of a team dedicated to serving the community through Na estétx̱ w sḵwálwen cht (Trust), Na estitkw sḵwálwen cht (Security), Na esḵw’úḵw’ulh sḵwálwen cht (Purpose) and Na eslhílhkw’is sḵwálwen cht (Belonging)
- Professional Growth – We invest in our people with training, mentorship, and career development
- Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw Values – Be part of an organization that values Úxwumixw (community/peoples), snew̓íyelh (guiding through teachings), wenáxws (respect) and inclusivity.
As a dynamic community organization, we understand the importance of employing enthusiastic and talented people to work together. We know that our future strength and growth is very much dependent on our key resources – our people. With a variety of programs and services, we offer career paths that fit many areas of expertise, backgrounds, and interests. Along with competitive compensation and benefits, we foster an environment that values diversity through the respect and appreciation of each person for their individual attributes.
Salary: $62,500 - $ 87,500 per annum
Candidates are typically offered compensation between the beginning to the midpoint of the range. We are committed to providing a fair and equitable package that reflects the value an individual brings to the organization.
Benefits: We offer extended medical and dental, pension matching, supplementary savings, and a professional development budget.
Join us in building a future rooted in culture, values, and community strength. Your work matters here. #Workwithpurpose
*Please note selected candidates will be required to complete background checks. If you have concerns regarding any incidents that will be reported on your Criminal Record Check, please let us know in advance to ensure we can work together on a plan that works for the nation and you as the applicant*