Senior Specialist, Wellness

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Canada.

📋 Description

• Oversee the creation and assessment of wellness strategies and initiatives that incorporate Indigenous teachings, trauma-informed methodologies, and evidence-based practices.

• Guide wellness personnel and provide counsel to organizational leadership regarding culturally responsive wellness policies.

• Develop, lead, and continually enhance wellness, creative, and peer-connection activities based on Indigenous cultural traditions.

• Offer individualized support and regular follow-ups to Claims Helpers and team members.

• Assist Elders in Sharing Circles and foster emotional, cultural, and mental wellness within project teams.

• Engage in the development, review, and planning of wellness programs.

⛳️ Requirements

• A minimum of 7 years of experience in helping or human services positions, preferably within an Indigenous community or organization.

• A post-secondary diploma or degree in a relevant field (social work, counselling, Indigenous studies, health promotion, organizational psychology, etc.).

• A profound personal connection to and comprehension of Indigenous cultures, traditions, and epistemologies, obtained through lived experience.

• Proficiency in Indigenous-based mental health, trauma-informed care, and culturally safe wellness methodologies.

• Proven leadership experience in mentoring, coaching, or managing wellness programs.

• Capability to advise organizational leadership on culturally responsive wellness practices.

• Experience in facilitating workshops, circles, group sessions, or cultural wellness events.

• A commitment to cultural humility, reconciliation, and ongoing learning.

• Candidates selected for the role will need to complete a Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Check as a condition of employment.

🏝️ Benefits

• A rewarding benefits package.