Employment Opportunities
Open Positions:
Family Support Worker
Posted: May 27, 2022
Closing: Open until filled
Wage: $23.00 per hour
Hours: Full-time (35 hours per week) & Part-time positions available
Nature of Position: The Family Support Worker will report to the Family Support Team Leader and work as part of the team to provide integrated support services for Indigenous families, with a focus on promoting the safety and well-being of children through the strengthening of Indigenous families and their communities.
Indigenous Outreach Worker (Multiple Positions)
Posted: May 27, 2022
Closing: Open until filled
Wage: Negotiable – depending on experience
Hours: Full-time (35 hours per week)
Nature of Position: The Indigenous Outreach Worker provides a range of outreach and housing support services to the homeless population of Kelowna, with a particular focus on serving the urban Indigenous community.
Elder Activities Coordinator
Posted: May 27, 2022
Closing: Open until filled
Wage: $21.00/hour
Hours: Part-time (28 hours per week)
Nature of Position: The Ki-Low-Na Friendship Society is seeking a part-time Elder Activities Coordinator who will provide services to Elders in the Kelowna area, focused on the needs of the urban Indigenous community. This program is designed to increase the ability of Elders to participate in community life and to reduce isolation. The program is strengthened by the holistic “wrap-around” approach the Ki-Low-Na Friendship Society brings to service delivery.
Aboriginal Infant Development Worker (AIDP)
Posted: May 27, 2022
Closing: Open until filled
Wage: $20.00/hour to start – negotiable depending on experience
Hours: Full-time (35 hours per week)
Nature of Position: The Aboriginal Infant Development Program Worker is a part of the Ki-Low-Na Friendship Society Aboriginal Infant Development Program (AIDP) team reporting directly to the AIDP Supervisor. Will work with children and families using a family centered approach in a home visiting program; will be responsible for setting individualized activities for children and their families during home visits; will work with related agencies and professionals, and; will work independently to maintain a client caseload and group/program facilitation as required.
Indigenous Health Coordinator (Interim)
Posted: April 6, 2022
Closing: Open until filled
Wage: $30.00 per hour
Hours: Full-time (35 hours per week)
Nature of Position: The Indigenous Health Coordinator supports and advocates for all Indigenous patients/clients, caregivers and their families with the provision of health care services. The Indigenous Health Coordinator is part of the interdisciplinary care network and is a resource for both health care providers and Aboriginal patients to ensure care is culturally safe, respectful, and effective. The role will focus on Primary Care Networks (PCN) with some additional liaison focuses as required (i.e. acute care, transition between acute and primary care). Given the need to participate in cultural and community ceremonies as well as community engagement activities, flexible hours are required.
PLEASE NOTE: this is an interim position to fill-in for a leave of absence. Preference will be given to applicants of Indigenous ancestry.
Receptionist
Posted: April 4, 2022
Closing: Open until filled
Wage: $19.00 per hour
Hours: Full-time (35 hours per week)
Nature of Position: Reporting to the Executive Director, the Receptionist provides a variety of administrative services in support of the operations of the Ki-Low-Na Friendship Society. This position will provide support and relief to our full-time receptionist. The receptionist is the first point of contact for clients, vendors, and others who work with the Society.
Operational Manager
Posted: April 4, 2022
Closing: Open until filled
Wage: Negotiable – depending on experience
Hours: Full-time (35 hours per week)
Nature of Position: The Operational Manager, subject to the direction of the Executive Director, is responsible for managing all day-to-day operational and administrative functions including: implementing and evaluating new business processes and procedures; establishing and coordinating priorities for work teams to ensure efficiency and the meeting of deadlines, while adhering to approved procedures; the management of professional and administrative staff, including all human resources matters; and for the development and application of organizational policy.
Nurse Practitioner
Posted: February 1, 2022
Closing: Open until filled
Hours: 0.5 FTE of PCN contract/840 hours per year
Nature of Position: The Ki-Low-Na Friendship Society is seeking an experienced and qualified Nurse Practitioner to work with the urban Indigenous community. The Nurse Practitioner is responsible and accountable for the comprehensive assessment of patients and clients including diagnosing diseases, disorders, and conditions within an Indigenous context. The Nurse Practitioner initiates treatment including healthcare management and therapeutic interventions and prescribes medications in accordance with statutory and regulatory standards, limits, and conditions, as well as any applicable Society policies and procedures. The Nurse Practitioner collaborates with patients/clients and other health professionals to identify and assess trends and patterns that have implications for patients/clients and communities. The Nurse Practitioner participates in peer and self-review to evaluate the outcome of services at the patient/client, community, and population levels.
Mental Health Worker
Posted: January 19, 2022
Closing: Open until filled
Wage: Negotiable – depending on experience
Hours: 35 hours per week – full-time
Nature of Position: The Mental Health Worker will provide mental health services focusing on the needs of the urban Indigenous community in the Central Okanagan. Services will be based on a holistic approach combining traditional practices with clinical support.
Tupa’s Lodge Support Workers (5 Positions)
Posted: Re-posted January 19, 2022
Closing: Ongoing recruitment until all positions filled
Wage: $21.00 per hour (day); $22.00 per hour (graveyard)
Hours: 40 hours per week (various shifts) – full-time & one on-call
Nature of Position: This position provides support for Indigenous mothers residing at Tupa’s Lodge, a residential transitional housing program for new mothers and their babies. This position will mainly entail advocating and assisting mothers throughout their family wellness plans.
Supervised Access Visitation Workers (SAV)
Posted: January 6, 2021
Closing: Ongoing recruitment
Hours: Part-time/on-call – 4-10 hours per week
Wage: Depending on experience
Nature of Position: The SAV worker will provide supervision for Aboriginal families with children in care in a designated visit room or within the community. The SAV worker will observe and document visits in a neutral and non-judgmental manner.
Recently Closed Positions:
Tupa’s Lodge Program Coordinator