Reporting to the Prevention Program Manager, the Elders in Residence is responsible for program development, strategic leadership and direction to the Prevention and Early Intervention program as it relates to the integration of Siksika Ways of Knowing. Oversees and overall coordination of inclusion of Elder’s knowledge, mentorship, and advisement as well as the coordination of Cultural resources requested within Siksika Children’s Services Child Protection, Placement Resources, and Prevention service areas. The Elder in Residence is accountable for creating a culturally reflective three year work plan which will include initial & ongoing program development, implementation plans, quality assurance processes, budget and human resource management and quality improvement initiatives. Elder support and Cultural resource services will be offered to both On and Off Reserve Siksika Community members through Prevention/Early Intervention and Child Protection services.

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