Inuuqatigiit Centre for Inuit Children, Youth and Families is a multi service non-profit organization serving Inuit children, youth, and their families. We are dedicated to providing cultural, educational, and support services in a caring, respectful, and collaborative environment that fosters strong and proud Inuit children and families.

Position Title Elder Support Worker Posting

Date January 14,2026 Hours Full time determinant Under the supervision of the Manager of Family Well-Being, the Elders Support Worker plans and delivers community-based cultural programming, engages and supports Inuit Elders using a holistic approach and ensures protected spaces for clients in compliance with the current wise practices, relevant legislation and Inuuqatigiit Centre policies and procedures. Oversee the planning and implementation of effective outreach strategies to existing and prospective Elder clients through ongoing communications Oversee the planning and delivery of safe, culturally appropriate and consistent Elder/ community programming and activities Develop and maintain a list of Elders interested in supporting internal and external programs, and facilitate the coordination of Elders supporting programs Resolve issues that arise in delivery of Elders engagement programming Plan and purchase supplies for Elders programs and activities, including food Provide transportation assistance to Elders Plan and deliver community-based activities for Elders based on the Inuuqatigiit Centre FWB model Offer support to Elders for challenges with their day-to-day or occasional needs Actively participate in case management meetings and required follow up Regularly participate in supervision meetings with the FWB Manager Provide responsive and inclusive support services to Elders Oversee referrals for Elders to engage in appropriate services as required and document the results of these referrals; Seek out opportunities for peer or other support as appropriate in preventing and coping with the effects of vicarious trauma. Implement a team approach to planning community-based programming and safe spaces Provide information to the FWB Manager for the purpose of local program progress tracking and evaluation Responsible for preparing programming schedule With the support of the Manager of Family Well-being, liaise with IC Finance department to ensure timely payment of invoices Maintain thorough, orderly, and confidential administrative tasks required by funder and Inuuqatigiit Centre (e.g. daily contacts, referrals, client files) Document program attendance and client support case notes in the database Meet all tracking, evaluation, and reporting requirements of funder and Inuuqatigiit Centre (client notes, attendance, maintaining project Post secondary education in a related field Supporting elders Working with intuit communities Knowledge of Inuit and non-Inuit community services and supports Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing Ability to operate computer systems and relevant software Strong organizational, program planning, evaluation, fiscal management, and problem-solving skills Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with children, youth, community members, fellow employees, and staff at Inuuqatigiit and other partner agencies Ability to operate computer systems and relevant software.

Enthusiasm, flexibility, dedication and commitment to children Medical certification of good health Police Record Check required in keeping with Inuuqatigiit Centre Personnel Policies and Procedures Driver’s License an asset Employment in some positions requires an acceptable criminal record check. Possession of a criminal record will not necessarily disqualify candidates from further consideration. Job descriptions may be obtained by email or on the website.

Note that accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.

📌 Full Time Support Worker (Ottawa)
🏢 Inuuqatigiit Centre
📍 Ottawa