Community Inclusion Indigenous Culture & Support WorkerLocation: NanaimoPosition Type: Full Time Hourly Schedule: Monday - Friday (9am - 5pm)Wage: $25.14 - $28.73 per hour

Why Join Us?Are you passionate about cultural connection and community? Join Bonaventure’s Community Inclusion team and help build a more connected, culturally aware community. In this role, you will support individuals with diverse abilities—both Indigenous and non-Indigenous—by sharing Indigenous traditions, fostering genuine relationships with Elders, families, and community partners, and leading inclusive cultural learning.

This role has a strong focus on connecting people to culture, fostering inclusion, and supporting meaningful activities—cultivating belonging, helping individuals make friends, find activities, and participate fully in community.

The Role

- Support individuals in accessing community opportunities, building friendships, and participating in inclusive activities.
- Collaborate with the Inclusion Team, families, and community partners to respond flexibly to the evolving needs of those supported.
- Encourage and facilitate the involvement of natural supports (family, friends, neighbors) in each person’s life.
- Share and honor Indigenous traditions, ways of knowing, being, and doing, as appropriate and requested.
- Promote cultural awareness and understanding within the team and the wider community.
- Design and lead culturally inclusive activities for people of all abilities.




- Work with CI teammates to provide holistic wellness supports aligned to person‑centred plans (social, recreational, vocational, educational).

What You Bring

- Knowledge of Indigenous culture and practices (lived experience an asset).
- Strong relationship‑building and communication skills; collaborative mindset.
- Ability to support individuals as outlined in person‑centred plans.
- Commitment to inclusion, dignity, respect, and confidentiality.

About UsBonaventure Support Services is a value-driven agency supporting children, youth, and adults with diverse abilities across Vancouver Island. We believe in person-centered services that promote dignity, independence, and inclusion.

Requirements

- Valid BC Class 5 Driver’s License, and personal vehicle.
- RCMP Criminal Record Check &

• MCFD Hub Screening (employer facilitated).

- First Aid with CPR, Food Safe Level 1.
- 3 reference letters (including one from your most recent employer).
- Immunization record or exemption, TB Screen, and Physician’s Declaration.
- Resume

• Reference Letters (Three)

• Physician’s Declaration

• TB screen

• Immunization Records.

What We Offer

- Progressive vacation entitlement, starting at 2 weeks
- RRSP contribution program
- Extended health, dental, and life insurance coverage
- Ongoing training and career development opportunities
- Employee &

• Family Assistance Program (EFAP)

Ready to inspire and empower others? Apply today and help us create a more connected, culturally aware community!

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📌 Community Inclusion - Indigenous Culture Support Worker (Nanaimo)
🏢 Bonaventure Support Services
📍 Nanaimo