Position Summary
Interior Health (IH) is hiring a Support Services Student to join the Support Services, Indigenous Traditional Food Working group. The location of this position is flexible within the Interior Health region.
This position is for approximately six months.
What we offer:
• Competitive salary and an attractive remuneration package
• Career Growth
• Employer paid training/education
• Balanced lifestyle
Salary Range:
Salary range for the position is $22.66 to $25.75. Interior Health establishes salaries within the minimum and maximum of the salary range based on consideration of the qualifications, experience of the applicant, and an internal equity review of the salaries of other employees.
What will you work on?
The Student position will provide assistance to the Support Services Senior leadership team by participating in the planning and coordination of the Indigenous Traditional Foods Working Group, which includes creating environmental scans for current state assessments, engage with community members to understand needs and potential menu planning.
TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Assists with project requirements.
2. Supports in the maintenance of related files and records.
3. Assists in the support communication and community engagement.
4. Prepares and organizes correspondence, performs data entry and clerical support functions and creates a variety of documents.
5. As required, participates in site visits with SS Leadership and assists with report reviews
6. Performs other related duties as required.
About this department
Support Services teams help keep Interior Health sites running safely, smoothly, and sustainably every day. From preparing nutritious meals and maintaining clean, welcoming spaces to providing fresh linens, managing dietary systems, and handling waste responsibly — our teams in Food Services, Environmental Services, Laundry Services, the Regional Diet Office, and Waste Management all play a vital role in supporting quality care. Together, we create healthy environments where patients, residents, staff, and visitors feel cared for and supported.
Reasons to Apply at Interior Health... What we can do for you
At Interior Health, we create a vibrant work environment that supports your growth and helps you build strong skills essential for your future career. We prioritize psychological health and well-being, ensuring a supportive space where you can thrive. Additionally, we offer flexible opportunities that allow you to maintain a balanced lifestyle, making it easier to juggle your studies, work, and personal interests.
Come and join our team….Come live, work and play where others only vacation. Make a difference. Love your work. Apply today!
“Honouring Interior Health’s commitment to Truth and Reconciliation and the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (DRIPA), and Pursuant to Section 42 of the B.C. Human Rights Code, preferential consideration and/or hiring will be given to qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, Métis, or Inuit).”
Qualifications
Education, Training and Experience:
• Grade 12
• Enrollment in post-secondary program, preferably 2nd year student
• Prefer a student working towards a Degree in Business Administration, Culinary Arts or Indigenous Relations
Skills and Abilities:
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
Ability to deal with others effectively.
Ability to organize work.
Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
Ability to operate related equipment.
Knowledge of Word\Excel required.
Comments
Interior Health is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and to creating an environment free from discrimination. Our goal is to cultivate a workforce rich in culture, experience, and knowledge to enable us to provide high quality, accessible and culturally safe health services to everyone in the Interior Health region. We are committed to addressing existing inequities and barriers to achieving a diverse workforce, one that is representative of the communities we serve. We invite applications and enquiries from all people, particularly those belonging to the historically, systemically, and/or persistently marginalized groups.