The Nuu-chah-nulth Tribal Council Teechuktl (Mental Health) Program is seeking a term (to March 31, 2026), full-time Resolution Health Support Workers to provide cultural and emotional support to residential school survivors and their families. This position also provides support completing Day Scholar and Indian Day School applications in community, and in urban settings. This position is based out of Port Alberni, and requires travel (including on gravel road, by boat, airplane and helicopter) into Southern and Northern Region communities.
Responsibilities Include
- Provide direct support to individuals and families.
- Plan and organize group information and healing sessions.
- Facilitate cultural approaches and activities that provides cultural healing and mental wellness.
- Provide support and debriefing to community workers.
- Maintain ongoing consultation with elders about culturally appropriate healing methods.
- Maintain reports, forms, and all required documents on a timely basis.
Preferred Qualifications
- Diploma or degree in a field related to counselling or a specialization in mental health.
- 5 years front line experience working with aboriginal people.
- Experience working with adults suffering from emotional, behavioral disorders, and their families.
- Experience in programs to facilitate transformation from addictive behaviors.
- Familiarity with Nuu-chah-nulth First Nations culture and healing processes.
- Thoroughly familiar with health services and referrals processes.
- Able to work independently and to contribute as a team member.
- Experience in setting strong personal boundaries.
- Possess a valid driver’s licence and have daily access to a reliable vehicle.
- Provide references and an acceptable criminal record check.
Competitive benefit package and salary based on qualifications and experience: Annual salary range $56,000 - $63,000.
Apply by 1pm August 14, 2025 sending your cover letter, resume, and three references (available to call) to:
Nuu-chah-nulth Tribal Council
Email: [email protected]
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Candidates must be legally entitled to work in Canada to be considered for this position.
Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 16 months
Pay: $56,000.00-$63,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Extended health care
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 2025-08-14
