Community Wellness Support Worker

Tsawwassen-First-Nation; Delta; On-site; CAD 37,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

BC Municipal Pension Plan

Job summary

The Tsawwassen First Nation is seeking a Community Wellness Support Worker to provide in-home and community-based support to TFN members, primarily within a 24-hour second-stage supportive home. You will participate in outreach, workshops, and wellness programming to advance the community’s holistic wellness strategy.

The role requires 12-hour rotating shifts, including overnights, weekends, and holidays, with flexible placement across residential and community settings.

Qualifications

• 2+ years working in supportive housing, recovery, outreach, or wellness services.
• Strong understanding of Indigenous healing approaches, intergenerational trauma, and harm reduction.
• Lived experience in healing or recovery is considered an asset.
• Excellent communication, boundary-setting, and teamwork skills.
• Facilitation skills considered an asset.
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License and reliable transportation.
• First Aid, Food Safe, and Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (or willingness to obtain).
• Enhanced Criminal Record Check required.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-home support, mentorship, and culturally respectful care for residents in second-stage housing.
• Support daily routines, life skills, and emotional well-being through respectful interactions.
• Maintain safety and cleanliness in the home, including light housekeeping and meal prep.
• Encourage engagement with TFN programs, cultural supports, and community resources.
• Complete shift logs and documentation per TFN policy; report safety concerns to the Supervisor of Community Wellness.

Skills

Empathy and compassion

Communication

Boundary setting

Teamwork

Facilitation

Driver’s license

First Aid / Food Safe / de‑escalation

Tools

Non‑Violent Crisis Intervention

Job description

The Community Wellness Support Worker provides in-home and community-based support to TFN members, primarily within a 24-hour second-stage supportive home. This role also contributes to TFN’s broader wellness strategy through participation in outreach, workshops, and wellness programming.

Staff work 12-hour rotating shifts to ensure continuous coverage of the home. When the home is unoccupied or during scheduled community programming hours, the Support Worker participates in wellness initiatives that may include cultural activities, harm reduction education a nd life skills.

This position is grounded in trauma-informed, culturally safe practice and promotes connection, independence, and holistic wellness.

Key Responsibilities

Residential Support (When Home is Occupied)

• Provide in-home support, mentorship, and culturally respectful care for men in second-stage housing
• Support daily routines, life skills, and emotional well-being through respectful, non-judgmental interactions
• Maintain safety and cleanliness in the home, including light housekeeping duties and meal preparation
• Encourage residents to engage with TFN programs, cultural supports, and community resources
• Provide support using a non-judgmental, person-centered approach that aligns with harm reduction principles and meets individuals where they are at in their wellness journey.

Community Wellness Support (Ongoing)

• Support workshops, wellness groups, outreach events, and land-based activities
• Help create safe and welcoming spaces for community members to connect and heal
• Build positive relationships with individuals who may be navigating transitions such as recovery, reintegration, or housing changes
• Assist with logistical tasks such as setup, facilitation support, and transportation as needed

Flexibility Across Programs

• Adjust between residential and community duties based on occupancy and wellness program needs
• Actively contribute to wellness efforts during shifts regardless of home occupancy

Safety, Reporting & Documentation

• Complete shift logs, incident reports, and documentation in accordance with TFN policy
• Report safety concerns or program needs to the Supervisor of Community Wellness
• Uphold house agreements and respond to conflict or crisis situations using de-escalation skills
• Participate in team meetings, debriefings, and professional development

Performance Indicators

• Safe, supportive housing environment maintained
• Effective participation in wellness programs and outreach activities
• Positive relationships built with residents and community members
• Reliable shift coverage and clear, professional documentation
• Use of trauma-informed, culturally safe approaches in all interactions

Qualifications

• 2+ years working in supportive housing, recovery, outreach, or wellness services
• Strong understanding of Indigenous healing approaches, intergenerational trauma, and harm reduction
• Lived experience in healing or recovery is considered an asset
• Excellent communication, boundary-setting, and teamwork skills
• Facilitation skills considered an asset
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License and reliable transportation
• First Aid, Food Safe, and Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (or willingness to obtain)
• Enhanced Criminal Record Check required

Working Conditions

• This role is required to work variable shifts which may include days, evenings & weekends.
• Role starts with 12-hour rotating shifts, including overnights, weekends, and holidays
• Community-based and residential settings depending on program needs
• Physical activity including light housekeeping, errands, and outdoor engagement
• Emotional resilience required to support clients with diverse lived experiences

Wages

Pay scale for this position is $27.00 – $32.00 per hour w ith excellent benefits including enrolment in the BC Municipal Pension Plan. Placement within the pay scale is based on a review of skills, experience & internal equity.

Pursuant to the Tsawwassen First Nation Government Employees Act, first priority in hiring among qualified applicants will be given to Tsawwassen Members, second priority to spouses (as defined in s. 3 (1) of the BC Family Law Act) of Tsawwassen Members, and third priority to members of other First Nations. If you fall within one of these categories and you wish to have this voluntary information considered as part of your application, please indicate the applicable category in your cover letter.

We wish to thank all interested applicants; however, only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interview.

About Tsawwassen First Nation

Tsawwassen First Nation (TFN) is a proud Coast Salish nation with our land base situated in Tsawwassen, B.C. In 2009, the Tsawwassen First Nation Final Agreement came into effect – this treaty was the first modern urban treaty in BC and the first treaty to be successfully negotiated through the BC Treaty Commission process. The Treaty provides us municipal, provincial, and federal types of jurisdiction over a land base of 724 hectares