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 # 2025- 176Position Title Nunavut Youth Cultural WorkerPosting Date October 28, 2025Start Date ASAPHours 37.5 hours – Monday-Friday, with occasional evening and weekend hours requiredPosition Status Full-time determinant, Contract ends: January 31, 2026,with possibility of extensionSalary Range Inuuqatigiit Centre offers a competitive wage and benefitPOSITION SUMMARYUnder the supervision of the Manager of Family Well-Being, the Nunavut Youth Cultural Worker supports the well-being of Nunavummiut Youth living in Ottawa, in collaboration with government of Nunavut employees and contracted caregivers. The Nunavut Youth Cultural Worker will develop meaningful relationships with Inuit children and youth in group care or medical foster care to help maintain their understanding of Inuit knowledge and IQ Principles, hear and/or speak Inuktitut, and engage in cultural activities so that they remain connected to their identity as proud Inuit. The Nunavut Youth Cultural Worker will help Inuit children and youth in care identify goals and help them achieve their potential.KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESDevelop meaningful relationships with Inuit youth through consistent, well-planned and responsive engagementProvide one-to-one support and regular group programming to engage children and youth in their culture and community.Provide emotional support to children and youth, as well as crisis intervention and conflict resolution as neededContribute to Safety Plans for children and youth, in collaboration with government employees and caregiversDevelop and deliver programming to children and youth about Inuit history, societal values, traditional practices, and develop their cultural skills.Develop cultural resourcesEnsure country food and traditional cultural items are being usedSupport clients to learn about safe and appropriate use of cultural toolsCoordinate access to cultural resources, as well as Elders and knowledge keepersDevelop and maintain collaborative relationships with the child's family members (if endorsed by the GN), Inuuqatigiit Centre's internal programs, Government of Nunavut employees, group home staff and caregivers, external partner programs,



and other service providers to create and support a coordinated network of wrap-around services for children and youthCollaborate with GN employees to connect youth to existing supports and resources in the community to assist them in successfully transitioning from care to healthy and independent living, including:Educational supports and resourcesEmployment services and trainingLife skills training (e.G. financial management, household management)Health, including sexual healthMental health services; andLegal servicesSupports for youth exploring their gender identity.Supports for 2SLGBTQ+ youth; andInclusive and non-judgmental, ability to support gender diverse individuals and individuals along the sexual orientation spectrum.Understand and follow all program policies (e.G., health and safety).Ensure program space is maintained in an orderly and inviting mannerParticipate as a team member in program development and facilitation.Comply with all recording and reporting requirements outlined in Inuuqatigiit Centre policies and procedures (e.G., incident reports).Maintain program equipment in good repair and share responsibility for keeping a healthy and safe program space; andIdentify and report on concerns, issues, and hazards.ACCOUNTABILITYAccountable to the Government of NunavutAccountable for the well-being of individual youth who attend programmingAccountable for the cultural integrity of all youth programmingWORKING RELATIONSHIPSDevelop positive and professional relationships within the Government of Nunavut employees, clients, and other external partners; andDevelop supportive and professional rapport with Inuuqatigiit Centre staff.EXTERNAL COMMUNICATIONSCommunicate regularly with Inuuqatigiit Centre staff and external partners about youth's needs and progress; andLiaise withother professionals or community resources in supporting individual youth; andAbility to work collaboratively and develop and maintain strong relationships with internal Inuuqatigiit Centre programs, TI programs,



and other service providers.WORKING CONDITIONSWork regular and consistent weekly hours of work.Ability to work evenings and weekends when required; andWillingnessto travel required.KNOWLEDGE AND SILLSPassionate about sharing and passing on cultural knowledge.Exceptional knowledge of Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit, Inuit history, culture and values.Knowledge of socio-determinates of health that impact Inuit families.Inclusive and non-judgmental, ability to support gender diverse individuals and individuals along the sexual orientation spectrum.Experience in child/youth engagement and community outreachKnowledge of available resources in community and the surrounding areasExperience in conducting intake, individual counseling, and group facilitationAbility to initiate, develop, plan, and deliver group programming, including cultural programming.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 agenciesAbility to function effectively in a high stress, high noise environment; andAbility to operate computer systems and relevant software.QUALIFICATION AND REQUIREMENTSInuit descent required.Written and spoken fluency in Inuktitut is required.Post-Secondary education in Social Work; or equivalent is an asset.Minimum of two to three years' experience working with a child, youth or family-oriented program; andExperience working with Inuit or Indigenous communities.TB Test, if applicable, and other immunizations up to date.Medical certification of valuable health.Vulnerable Sector Check required in keeping with Inuuqatigiit Centre Personnel Policies and Procedures; andCPR / FirstAid Certification (or willingness to become certified).Ontario Driver's License and access to a reliable vehicle is an asset; andAbility to handle difficult and painful emotional situations and establish healthy boundaries, understands the importance of and practices work life balance.Note that accommodation is available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.If you require specific accommodation, please contact the HR Department through the contact information provided above, so that we can make suitable arrangements with you.When two equally qualified candidates are considered for the same position, preference will be given to the candidate of Inuit descent.We thank all who apply for this position.Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. This position is dependent upon funding approval.

📌 Nunavut Youth Cultural Worker (Riviere-des-Prairies—Pointe-aux-Trembles)
🏢 Inuuqatigiit Centre
📍 Riviere-des-Prairies—Pointe-aux-Trembles