Wellness Workers - RHSW/IDS/MMIWG/TICSW

WELLNESS WORKER (WW) - RHSW/IDS/MMIWG/TICSW/HARDY

REQUIRED in Prince George, Kamloops and Chilliwack

Position Summary

The Wellness Worker (WW)-(RHSW/IDS/MMIWG/TICSW/HARDY) provides or facilitates support services to former Indian Residential School (IRS) students and their family members. This may include emotional support, cultural support, and other types of short-term crisis support to Survivors, Intergenerational Survivors, and families in First Nation communities both rural and urban. The WW also provides presentation and workshop facilitation services on a variety of culturally safe and appropriate topics and practices.

Wellness Workers play a key role in addressing these needs by providing trauma-informed, culturally safe emotional, spiritual, and wellness support; Supporting individuals, children, youth, and families with holistic wellness planning that integrates cultural and clinical approaches; Facilitating access to traditional healing practices, Elders, and community-based supports; Delivering flexible, ongoing support responsive to varying timelines and changing needs throughout the claims process; Strengthening connections to culture, community, and identity through workshops, outreach, and land-based or cultural activities

Key Responsibilities

• Provide frontline emotional, mental health, cultural, and crisis support
• Conduct intake, assessment, and referrals to counselling, Elders, and community programs
• Provide emotional and cultural support to claimants through the settlement process with flexible, ongoing wellness supports
• Facilitate healing, wellness, and mental health workshops and cultural activities
• Support community events, including Truth and Reconciliation initiatives
• Build and maintain strong relationships with Indigenous communities and partners
• Maintain accurate client records and contribute to program reporting
• Engage in ongoing self-care and professional development aligned with trauma-informed practice

Qualifications & Experience

• Post-secondary education in Social Services, Counselling, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• Indigenous Focused Oriented Therapy (IFOT) certification, is preferred
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience supporting individuals affected by trauma and mental health challenges
• Knowledge of trauma-informed, culturally safe, and Indigenous wellness approaches
• Understanding of Indigenous cultures, traditions, and healing practices
• Strong communication, relationship-building, and organizational skills
• Candidates must be prepared and willing to travel to urban and rural communities and have reliable transportion

The complete Job Description is avaialble upon request by applicants

What We’re Looking For

We are seeking a compassionate, culturally grounded professional who demonstrates empathy, integrity, and a strong commitment to supporting Survivors and communities. The ideal candidate brings a trauma-informed, strengths-based approach and is able to work respectfully within diverse communities while upholding cultural safety and confidentiality.

Term: Full-Time Term Position

Location: Prince Rupert, Kamloops, Prince George or Chilliwack

Salary: Starting at $65,000.00 - dependent on skills and experiences.

Benefits: Annual Leave, Sick Leave, Cultural Days, Wellness Days, after 90 days - Employer paid benefits plan and GIA matched savings.

Status: Hybrid - 75% community events and travel with 25% administrative responsibilties - may very.

Deadline: Until filled with a qualified and aligned candidates are recrutied.

What We Offer

We believe in providing a supportive and fulfilling work environment for our team members. As the Wellness Woker at IRSSS, you can expect:

• Competitive base salary and full benefits, including dental, health, disability, and life insurance.
• 8 annual personal wellness days and an annual cultural day to honor your well-being and heritage.
• Retirement savings matching, supporting your financial well-being.
• Flexible work arrangements, with the opportunity to spend – 40-60% of your time in one of our offices; this will be based on approval.
• The opportunity to be part of a purpose-driven organization making a difference in the lives of Indigenous people.

Come work with us!

If you are inspired by our mission and values and feel that you align with this role, we encourage you to take the first step towards making a positive impact and submit an application on the website link ‘Work For Us’ on www.irsss.ca

If this opportunity isn't for you but you know someone who would be a perfect fit, please feel free to share this posting with them. We believe that great people recognize great people!

We would love for our successful candidate to be of First Nations ancestry, but we are a proudly diverse organization and welcome candidates from all backgrounds to apply. In accordance with S. 41 of the BC Human Rights Code, preference may be given to applicants of aboriginal ancestry.