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Posted: Friday, December 20, 2024
Career Opportunity
Mi’kmaq Language Coordinator
(1 year term)
Closing:
January 3, 2025
Anticipated Start Date:
Immediate
Salary Range:
$35,000 - $40,000
(Based on Qualifications and Experience)
General Description:
Reporting to the Director of Education, the Mi’kmaw Language Coordinator will be responsible for developing,
implementing, and overseeing programs and initiatives aimed at revitalizing and promoting the Mi’kmaw language
within the community. This role involves working closely with community members, elders, educators, and other
stakeholders to create a supportive and engaging environment for language learning.
Responsibilities:
• Develop and implement a comprehensive Mi’kmaw language revitalization plan
• Organize and lead language classes, workshops, and cultural events
• Collaborate with educators to integrate Mi’kmaw language and culture into the school curriculum
• Create and distribute language learning resources and materials
• Foster partnerships with local, regional and national organizations involved in Indigenous language
preservation
• Collect and document Mi’kmaw language materials, including oral histories and traditional knowledge
• Provide support and resources for community members interested in learning the Mi’kmaw language
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of language programs and initiatives
• Apply for funding opportunities for community language/cultural programming
• Prepare reports for ILC and other funders
• Support families in helping their children learn the Mi’kmaw language at home
• Set up focus groups including elders for each community
Qualifications and Experience/Skills:
• Proficient Mi’kmaq language speaker
• Experience teaching Mi’kmaq language
• Experience developing and implementing language classes
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Willingness to collaborate with other professionals
• Commitment to creating a safe and inclusive learning environment for all
• Proficient with Email and Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
• Experience working in a First Nations Community is preferred.
• Must have a valid driver’s license & reliable vehicle with automobile insurance.
• A criminal records check is required.
Please apply with a resume, cover letter and criminal records check to:
Human Resources Department
Email employmentapplication@sipeknekatik.ca
Mail/drop off: 522 Church Street, Indian Brook, NS B0N 1W0
We are an equal opportunity employer; however, qualified Aboriginal applicants will be given priority in accordance with the
Aboriginal Employment Preference Policy of the Canadian Human Rights Commission. The Band will not assume any expenses
related to any job application process, included but not limited to travel, relocation, and application development. Please note
certain positions come with mandatory employee benefits.
Only those applicants who qualify for an interview will be contacted
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Posted: Tuesday, December 17, 2024
Career Opportunity
Social Worker (x2)
Post Majority Support Services
(Full-time Permanent)
Closing:
January 3, 2025
Anticipated Start Date:
Immediate
Salary Range:
$75,000 - $85,000
(Based on Qualifications and Experience)
General Description:
Under the direction of the Sipekne’katik Post Majority Director, the Post Majority Social Worker will assist
youth and young adults who meet the requirements of the Post Majority support services program. This
position assists youth and young adults navigate services in accessing safe, stable and comfortable
housing, support with physical, mental and social wellbeing, access to learning, educational, career and
personal growth opportunities, and accessing financial supports.
Responsibilities:
• Must have strong trauma informed and culturally sensitive support skills in supporting applicants
through the process of Post Majority support services
• Understanding of the Children and Family Service Act of Nova Scotia, Mi’kmaw Family & Children
Services of NS and Department of Community Services of NS
• Assisting youth and young adults in applying directly to Post Majority funding.
• Assist with service agreement, case plans, referrals and accessing supporting documentation
from the Child Welfare system or Indigenous Services Canada.
• Research and reach out to Sipekne’katik youth and young adults who were placed outside of the
community to connect with family, community, culture and to offer Post Majority Support
Services.
• Conduct initial and comprehensive assessments to identify needs and support systems and
develop individual case plans.
• Actively engage and work with various internal and external resources identified by the needs of
the youth and young adult.
• Skilled collaboration and maintain professional relationships with community programs, service
providers, elders, government agencies and partners.
• Advocate for connecting Sipekne’katik youth and young adults to their extended family, siblings,
community, culture, and teachings.
• Maintain working files that are accurate, concise, and up to date.
• Ensure confidentiality and safekeeping of all documents and records.
• Maintain on-going case plan reviews, follow-up with participants and funding agreements and
budgets.
• Advocate on behalf of Sipekne’katik Post Majority participants with health centers, treatment
programs, educations, social assistance and other community partners.
• Other related duties as assigned by the Director of Post Majority
Qualifications and Experience/Skills:
• Must possess a Bachelor of Social Work Degree, registered with Nova Scotia College of Social
Work and have working experience within Child Welfare.
• Must be in good standing with child welfare for at least five years.
• Strong knowledge and awareness of Indigenous history, culture, with the emphasis on child
welfare, the impacts of trauma, Indigenous youth/young adults’ engagement, and community
outreach.
• Strong interpersonal, communicational, conflict resolution skills and maintain confidentiality.
• Able to work independently and as a team.
• Criminal, Vulnerable, Child Abuse Record check is required.
• Experience working in a First Nations Community is preferred.
• You must have a valid driver’s license & reliable vehicle with automobile insurance.
Please apply with a resume, cover letter and criminal records check to:
Human Resources Department
Email employmentapplication@sipeknekatik.ca
Mail/drop off: 522 Church Street, Indian Brook, NS B0N 2H0
We are an equal opportunity employer; however, qualified Aboriginal applicants will be given priority in accordance with the
Aboriginal Employment Preference Policy of the Canadian Human Rights Commission. The Band will not assume any expenses
related to any job application process, included but not limited to travel, relocation, and application development. Please note
certain positions come with mandatory employee benefits.
Only those applicants who qualify for an interview will be contacted
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Posted: Friday, December 6, 2024
Source: BC Hydro
Job Title: Graduate Technologist Trainee - Apparatus Testing (Power Equipment Testing) - Prince George
Job Location: Prince George, British Columbia, Canada, V2N 1B4
Annual Salary: $ 69,700.00
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Providing clean electricity to 4 million customers takes a diverse workforce and that’s where you come in. We need your
talent to help us build major projects to meet growing demand. To help our customers find clean energy solutions for
their homes and businesses and to be ready to respond during storms and outages to keep our system reliable.
Working for BC Hydro is meaningful. And now, the stakes have been raised as we work towards a solution to climate
change while safely providing clean, affordable electricity to our customers.
We offer a healthy work life balance, training opportunities and career progression. We're proud to be ranked as one of
B.C.'s Top Employers and one of Canada's Best Diversity Employers. Join us as we build an even cleaner B.C.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Duties:
The Power/Electrical Equipment Technologist GTT program with the Apparatus Testing department is a four (4) year
training program. After successfully completing the program, the Trainee will perform a variety of high-voltage tests for
the acceptance, maintenance and failure investigation on a variety of power apparatus and equipment throughout the
province.
The Apparatus Testing department conducts a variety of complex tests with and/or provides specialized advice to other
field staff, IBEW tradespeople and external clients on the application of various types analytical testing of distribution,
transmission and generation equipment. This is a field worker position and the successful candidate(s) will spend more
than 80% of their typical work day in the field and up to 40% of their time out of town throughout the year. Overtime
hours may be required.
Qualifications:
The successful candidate must have the following qualifications and attributes:
* A diploma in the Electrical Engineering Technology (Electrical Power and Industrial Control option or equivalent) from
a program nationally accredited by The Canadian Technology Accreditation Board, or other training equivalent to
Canadian Technology Standards.
* Must qualify for membership in the Applied Science Technologists and Technicians of British Columbia (ASTTBC) as
an Electrical Technologist.
* Must hold valid Driver’s License (Regular, full license [BC’s Class 5]).
* Must be eligible and able to work in Canada.
* Where equivalent status is claimed, acceptable documentation must be provided by the applicant that will show
equivalency of courses taken. An official letter from your place of education is required confirming that course(s) taken
are considered equivalent to the BC Hydro educational requirements.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- A comprehensive benefits package
- A minimum of 15 paid vacation days
- A lifetime pension
- Training and development courses
*This posting is being re-bulletined
The starting salary for this position is currently $69,700 annually. The four year program includes annual salary
increases, and upon successful completion the approximate salary will be $89,500 annually, not including any overtime.
For more information on the benefits we offer, visit bchydro.com/benefits.
This position is affiliated with the Movement of United Professionals union (MoveUP/COPE). http://moveuptogether.ca
FUTURE
You will be exposed to challenging assignments and be trained to the highest standards. These experiences will lead
you into a Power/Electrical Equipment Technologist position at the end of your training period.
LOCATION
Please note the location of this position is at the Prince George District Office in Prince George BC.
BENEFITS
Besides having an exciting, varied and challenging career, you are paid while you learn and receive an excellent pay
and benefit package. You are also eligible for three weeks’ vacation, the equivalent of 17 additional days off, medical
and dental plans, pension plan, Group RRSP and others.
TRAVEL
Please note that travel is a mandatory component of the job and GTTs are required to spend upwards of 50% of their
time out of town (>50 nights/year including consecutive and non-consecutive nights). Most travel will involve driving to
various locations throughout BC.
ORIENTATION TRAINING
The start date for this position will be in November 2024, with an approximately 2 weeks Orientation at the Trades
Training Centre in Surrey.
*Please be advised that this role requires the successful candidate to climb heights, work in confined spaces and lift
weights of >40 lbs., as required.
*As part of the selection process, applicants may be required to take a written test AND complete a skills assessment
during the interview.
*This position will be posted concurrently.
* A condition of employment for this job is that you maintain your Driver’s License: Class 5 in Good Standing.
* ONLY COMPLETE APPLICATIONS CAN BE CONSIDERED. THIS INCLUDES: RESUME, COVER LETTER,
ACADEMIC TRANSCRIPTS, DRIVER'S ABSTRACT. INCOMPLETE AND LATE APPLICATIONS CANNOT BE
PROCESSED.
Please be advised that this role has been assessed as safety sensitive and pre-qualification alcohol and drug testing will
be required as a pre-condition to employment.
Location: Prince George, British Columbia, Canada, V2N 1B4
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their applications online at https://app.bchydro.com/careers/current_opp.html by
January 02, 2024
Click here to access the job posting or visit the BC Hydro “Current Opportunities” Careers page to view and apply for
jobs.
You must use a supported browser, such as Firefox, Internet Explorer, Google Chrome or Safari. Your pop up
blocker will also need to be disabled for the BC Hydro Careers site.
On the BC Hydro Careers site, click on the Apply button in order to complete the steps to apply for this job. Please be
sure to update your Candidate Profile with your current resume and include copies of your certifications, if applicable.
We're always looking for exceptional people to bring new ideas, fresh thinking and the motivation to help shape the
electricity system in B.C. It's an exciting time to be a part of our team as we invest in our system and prepare to meet
the challenges of tomorrow.
Our values guide our work. Want to join us?
We are safe.
We are here for our customers.
We are one team.
We include everyone.
We act with integrity and respect.
We are forward thinking.
BC Hydro is an equal opportunity employer.
We include everyone. We welcome applications from anyone, including members of visible minorities, women,
Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, and others
with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities.
We are also happy to provide reasonable accommodations throughout the selection process and while working at BC
Hydro. If you require support applying online because you are a person with a disability, please contact us at
Recruitmenthelp@BCHydro.com
Flexible work model role definitions
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Our four role types identify the degree of flexibility an employee could have to work from home based on the type of
work they do. The flexibility for an individual job is up to the manager for each position and the operational
requirements. Employees also have the right to work full-time from the office if they prefer. All of our roles require at
least some in-person time.
IBEW/Field – No option to work from home
Resident – Works primarily (4+ days per week) in the office.
Hybrid – May be able to work from home up to 3 days per week.
Remote – Works from home 4+ days per wee
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Posted: Wednesday, December 4, 2024
Merchandising Consultants Associates
Department: Merchandising
Location: Bonavista & Catalina, NL
Workplace Type: On-site
Job Type: Part-Time, Hourly
At MCA, we take pride in being a leading Canadian Merchandising Company, providing top-notch services to Retailers and Consumer Packaged Goods companies across Canada. Our diverse range of services includes Merchandising, Sales, Price Collection, Retail Audits, Retail Store Renovations, and so much more.
Wage: $16 per hour + Flat travel rate
Hours: Approximately 2 hours per week
Schedule: Typically, Monday through Friday between 8:00am and 5:00pm, but offers flexibility
Our Partnership Goals
- Setting up attractive product displays and arrange products following detailed planograms, ensuring product visibility and brand representation are optimized.
- Building, modifying, and dismantling product displays while strictly adhering to the client’s quality and branding standards.
- Ensuring that the clients' products are well-stocked, properly arranged, and ready for customer purchase.
- Installing eye-catching signage and performing additional merchandising services as required by the Company’s clients.
- To keep all stakeholders informed by completing online reports, uploading photos, and providing regular updates.
- Forming and maintain strong, influential relationships with clients, acting as a key representative for the Company and building trust to foster long-term partnerships.
- Utilizing advanced image recognition apps and scanning technology to collect valuable retail data.
Our Ideal Partner
- Is reliable and takes pride in their work
- Is familiar with merchandising in a grocery, drug store or big box setting.
- Can read and execute planograms
- Possesses strong knowledge of smartphone technology, including taking photos and utilizing imaging apps
- Has a self-starter mindset, thriving under the pressure and ambiguity of the dynamic Merchandiser role.
- Shows enthusiasm and maintains a consistently professional attitude and appearance.
- A valid driver's license and access to an insured vehicle is essential.
APPLY NOW!
Applicants must reside in the specified location and be legally eligible to work in Canada.
MCA is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive culture where our people feel comfortable being themselves.
MCA is committed to providing accommodations for applicants upon request at any stage of the recruitment process.
MCA – “SIMPLY THE BEST”
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Posted: Wednesday, November 27, 2024
Junior Mechanical Engineering Technologist (Full-Time, Permanent): Core Engineering
CORE Engineering Inc. is a vibrant, progressive consulting engineering firm specializing in mechanical and electrical system designs for the building construction industry and industrial projects and has a rewarding career opportunity for a Junior Mechanical Engineering Technologist in our St. John’s, NL office.
Responsibilities:
· Perform a variety of mechanical design/drafting activities including preparing the mechanical drawings of HVAC, plumbing, fire protection and building controls.
· Visit job sites to collect existing systems information.
· Review shop drawings, respond to RFIs, etc.
· Operate computer-assisted design (CAD) such as AUTOCAD, Revit.
· Communicate effectively with clients and team members.
· Ensure accuracy, completeness and quality of technical and project documentation in accordance with codes and standards.
Qualifications,
Skills & Attributes:
· Diploma in Mechanical Engineering Technology or experience equivalency.
· Proficient with AutoCAD and preference will be given to those with Revit MEP and 3D AutoCAD experience.
· Strong working knowledge of reading, interpreting, and producing design drawings.
· Working knowledge of applicable local and national building codes.
· Able to work and contribute individually and as part of a team, being a self-starter.
· Deadline driven with a strong work ethic and attention to detail.
· Willingness to learn and self-educate.
· Strong attention to detail, planning and excellent communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills are a must.
· Good oral & written English communication skills.
·Punctual & reliable.
· Time management skills.
· Eagerness and willingness to learn.
· Must be Canadian Citizen or have Valid work permit.
CORE Engineering Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and offers a competitive and comprehensive pay and benefits package. Candidates should apply, in confidence, to mhigdon@corenl.com.
We appreciate the interest of all applicants; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted
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