Community Services Manager

Tla-o-qui-aht First Nations; Tofino; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension plan

Health benefits

Relocation

Housing subsidy

Staff housing

Professional growth

Job summary

Tla-o-qui-aht First Nation, located on Vancouver Island, seeks a Community Services Manager to lead and elevate programs that support the health, wellness, and well-being of community members. You will work alongside leadership, Elders, and professionals to create lasting positive outcomes for individuals, families, and future generations.

You will provide leadership across a broad portfolio of community services, including health and wellness, family supports, youth programming, mental wellness

Qualifications

• Experience in community, social, health, or family services.
• Strong leadership and collaboration skills with elders and community members.
• Commitment to culturally grounded approaches to care.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership across a broad portfolio of community services.
• Strengthen programs that directly improve people's lives.
• Develop and support a passionate service professional team.
• Build partnerships to increase resources for members.
• Ensure programs are culturally safe and community-driven.

Job description

Tla-o-qui-aht First Nation

Community Services Manager

Lead Services That Change Lives

Some leadership roles are about managing programs.

This one is about helping strengthen a Nation.

Tla-o-qui-aht First Nation is seeking an exceptional Community Services Manager to help lead and elevate programs that support the health, wellness, and well-being of community members. This is an opportunity to work alongside leadership, Elders, community members, and dedicated professionals to help create lasting positive outcomes for individuals, families, and future generations.

You will provide leadership across a broad portfolio of community services, including health and wellness, family supports, youth programming, mental wellness services, addictions supports, social assistance, home and community care, and other essential community programs.

This role is ideal for a leader who believes that strong communities are built through compassionate service, meaningful relationships, and culturally grounded approaches to care.

Why This Role Matters

As Community Services Manager, you will have the opportunity to:

• Strengthen programs that directly improve people's lives
• Support and develop a passionate team of service professionals
• Build partnerships that increase resources and opportunities for community members
• Help shape the future direction of community services
• Ensure programs remain culturally safe, responsive, and community-driven

You will be joining an organization committed to supporting its people while honouring culture, community, and tradition.

We'd Love to Hear From You If You Are:

• A collaborative leader who brings out the best in others
• Experienced in community, social, health, or family services
• Passionate about improving outcomes for individuals and families
• Comfortable balancing strategy, operations, and people leadership
• Motivated by meaningful work rather than simply managing programs

What we offer:

In addition to a competitive salary, TFN offers:

• Enrollment in the Tla-o-qui-aht First Nation Pension Plan.
• Comprehensive health and dental benefits.
• Relocation assistance for eligible candidates.
• Housing support, including access to staff accommodation or housing subsidy options,
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• A collaborative, community-focused work environment.

An Extraordinary Place to Live

Located on the breathtaking west coast of Vancouver Island, Tofino offers an exceptional quality of life. Surrounded by ocean, forests, and some of Canada's most spectacular natural scenery, you'll find a lifestyle that combines professional purpose with personal well-being.

To support your transition, Tla-o-qui-aht First Nation also provides a housing subsidy to help make living in the region more affordable.

If you're looking for a leadership opportunity where your work creates real impact and where community comes first,