Job Type: Full-time

Schedule: Monday to Friday, with weekends as needed

Travel: Required to rural communities 2–3 days per week

Position Summary The Rural Community Outreach Coordinator develops and facilitates community-based initiatives that improve access to education, family wellness, disability resources, and support services throughout the Wood Buffalo region. This position builds collaborative relationships with First Nations and Métis communities, Elders, Knowledge Keepers, families, and community partners to strengthen inclusion, accessibility, and community connections.

Qualifications & Requirements

- Diploma or degree in Social Work, Child and Youth Care, Education, Community Services, Human Services, Indigenous Studies, or a related discipline. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
- Minimum two (2) years of experience developing and facilitating educational, prevention, family wellness, or community-based initiatives, including workshops, group learning, or family-centred programming. Experience working with First Nations communities or in the human services sector is preferred.
- Demonstrated ability to build collaborative relationships with Member Nations, Elders, Knowledge Keepers, caregivers, community organizations, and partner agencies.
- Strong interpersonal, communication, conflict resolution, and relationship-building skills.
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills, including coordinating activities, managing priorities, meeting deadlines, evaluating outcomes, and preparing reports.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
- Commitment to confidentiality, privacy legislation, organizational policies, professional standards, and ethical practices.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and electronic documentation systems,



including maintaining accurate and confidential records.

Mandatory Checks and Certifications
- RCMP Criminal Record Check, including Vulnerable Sector Check, dated within the last six months.
- Alberta Children's Services Intervention Record Check, dated within the last six months.
- Current First Aid and CPR certification.
- NVCI (Nonviolent Crisis Intervention) certification.
- ASIST (Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training) certification.
- Valid Class 5 driver's licence.
- Clean three-year driver's abstract.
- Valid vehicle insurance with a minimum of $2,000,000 liability coverage.
- Two professional references with contact information.

Desired Skills and Assets
- Solid verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Self-motivated, dependable, and able to take initiative and lead when needed.
- Creative problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.
- Effective time management and organizational skills.
- Team-oriented with demonstrated leadership abilities.
- Experience supporting autistic and neurodivergent individuals and the disability community is an asset.
- Experience in rural outreach, Indigenous community engagement, or culturally responsive programming is an asset.

Benefits
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Flexible schedule
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision care

Ideal Candidate: A community-minded professional passionate about rural outreach, family wellness, inclusion, and building meaningful relationships to improve access to services for individuals and families throughout the Wood Buffalo region. Pay: $28.00-$31.00 per hour

Expected hours: 37.5 per week

Benefits

- Casual dress
- Company car
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Flexible schedule
- Life insurance
- Mileage reimbursement
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care
- Wellness program

Education:
- Secondary School (preferred)

Work Location: In person

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