Cultural Safety Lead (Permanent) - Location negotiable - 2025.120
Cultural Safety Lead (Permanent) - Location negotiable - 2025.120
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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 Communities of belonging lives with connection.
Term/Status: Permanent Full-time (70 hours bi-weekly)
Classification/Salary: Social Program Officer R30 - position starts at $90797 annually
Team: Indigenous Relations
Location: Any CLBC office (hybrid)
At CLBC we are committed to fostering a diverse equitable inclusive and accessible workplace. We encourage applications from all people with relevant skills including women Indigenous peoples persons with disabilities racialized people and those who identify as 2SLGBTQ2IA. For accommodation needs please contact at any stage of the hiring process.
Visit our Careers at CLBC page to learn more about working at CLBC what we offer and tips for the interview process.
About the opportunity:
As a Cultural Safety Lead at CLBC you will be responsible for advancing Indigenous Cultural Safety and the practice of cultural humility at Community Living BC. As a key member of the Indigenous Relations team you will support the development of a cultural safety framework and plan relevant to the values and strategic direction of the organization and the community inclusion movement. This includes supporting the development of strategic priorities to address the needs of Indigenous self-advocates and their families; alignment with the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP) and its principles; and guided by UNDRIP partners and our Indigenous Advisory Committee.
Key responsibilities:
- working collaboratively with the Indigenous Advisory Committee CLBC staff community partners and other internal/external stakeholders to lead the organization to meet its goal of enhancing Indigenous peoples access to CLBC services
- providing province-wide leadership on matters concerning Indigenous self-advocates and their families working closely with Head Office Departments and Regional Operations to lead engagement with First Nations Metis and Inuit people and develop innovative approaches to advancing CLBCs relationships with Indigenous individuals and communities.
- providing leadership in policy and guidelines systems-level collaboration regional engagement and through knowledge of evidence-based practices including curriculum development and program evaluation
- leading continuous quality improvement using a cultural safety lens; recognizing that cultural safety is a priority and responsibility shared by everyone
- collaborating with Executive teams and Regional Operations to provide expert advice in the application of various legislations and policies
This role requires 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.
What youll bring:
- Minimum of a Bachelors degree in a related field. A Master of Education degree is preferred
- Preference for a minimum of five years of experience working in both the government systems and with Indigenous Peoples in the community
- Experience in education curriculum development training and research is an asset
Were also looking for:
- Familiar with the structure and operation of developmental disability supports and services in B.C.
- Knowledge of principles of change management and conflict resolution
- Demonstrated skills in assessing and managing conflict in often cross-cultural emotionally charged and complex learning environments
- Ability to assimilate new information and to discern potential implications (for existing proposals and strategies) and opportunities
- Ability to communicate clearly and concisely
- Ability to interact with others in ways that advance the work of the team through respect and cooperation to lead project groups and participate in consultations with staff and partners
- Skilled in facilitating and/or delivering training
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:
- Pursuant 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
- Successful applicants are subject to a Criminal Record Check
- An eligibility list for internal candidates may be established
- Travel: Occasional overnight travel is required throughout the province. Possession of a class 5 drivers license and a clean drivers abstract are required
Closing date: July 8 2025
Employment Type
Full-Time
