CCIS (Calgary Catholic Immigration Society) is a nonprofit organization that provides settlement and integration services to all immigrants and refugees in Southern Alberta. Since our inception in 1981, we have been a community leader with solid experience in the design and delivery of comprehensive services for our newest neighbours. We deliver these services through a energetic, multi-cultural, multi-denominational and multi-disciplinary team of professionals who collectively speak over 80 languages.From airport reception to a first job interview, CCIS's programs and services have been designed to assist immigrants and refugees through all phases of the settlement and integration process. CCIS is committed to welcoming and serving newcomers of all races, ethnic and national origins, cultural backgrounds and religions, sexual orientations and gender identities and expressions.CCIS – Family and Children's Services (FCS) DivisionThe Family & Children's Services division operates on a holistic, strengths-based philosophy to facilitate the integration of families and children into the community, enhance service provision to newcomers through community resources, strengthen families and the community, and promote the healthy development of children.Job SummaryCCIS, in partnership with Children and Family Services (CFS), is currently offering a Cultural Brokerage Program with the overall objective of increasing collaboration, engagement, and partnerships with culturally diverse communities in Calgary and strengthening community capacity within Calgary's multicultural communities. To achieve this, CCIS's Family & Children Services Division is seeking a Cultural Broker who speaks fluent Mandarin and is accepting applications from qualified job seekers.Location: The position will be in CFS locations across the city.Primary Duties and Responsibilities include,



but are not limited to:Act as the liaison between Children and Family Services and immigrant familiesExplain the mandate of Children and Family Services and system expectations to immigrant familiesFacilitate communication and provide cultural interpretationProvide families with culturally responsive support and follow-upsAdvise Children and Family Services on cultural practices, immigration challenges, and traumaEmpower families through appropriate information and emotional supportSupport family with their settlement needsConnect families with counselling, parenting, family violence, and other community servicesEstablish and maintain excellent working relationships with community partnersEnter activities into the databasePrepare progress reports for managementActively participate in the evaluation of the programPerform other related dutiesQualifications and SkillsMinimum of an Undergraduate Degree in Social Work or a relevant fieldMinimum of 3 years' experience and/or education in settlement servicesExperience related to child development, family violence, and/or abuse would be considered an assetLived experience and working knowledge of the settlement and integration processEstablished knowledge of community resources and agencies that support newcomer populationsAbility to plan, implement, and evaluate the effectiveness of culturally responsive interventionsUnderstanding and appreciation of the complex needs of diverse populationsKnowledge of the various ethnocultural and faith groups in CalgaryEffective and dynamic communication and facilitation skillsExperience and ability to collaborate effectively with the communityExcellent organization skills and self-starting tendenciesMay require working after hoursPreference will be given to candidates who speak MandarinAs travel is required, the successful candidate must have a vehicle and a valid driver's licenseA valid certified criminal record check is requiredMust be legally eligible to work in CanadaMake A Direct Impact on Your Community by Donatingto CCIS (Calgary Catholic Immigration Society).We acknowledge all donors who contribute so generously to CCIS. Your contribution honours the courage and resiliency of Alberta's newest residents.

📌 Cultural Broker (Mandarin-Speaking) (Calgary)
🏢 Ccisab
📍 Calgary