Resolution Health Support Worker

Ha Shilth Sa; Tofino; On-site; CAD 56,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a full-time Resolution Health Support Worker to provide vital cultural and emotional support to residential school survivors and their families. This role involves facilitating healing sessions and supporting community workers while maintaining ongoing consultation with elders. The position requires travel into Central Region communities, offering a unique opportunity to engage with diverse populations and contribute to meaningful cultural healing. If you are passionate about mental health and community support, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive benefit package

Qualifications

• 5 years experience working with aboriginal people.
• Familiarity with Nuu-chah-nulth culture and healing processes.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support to individuals and families.
• Plan and organize group healing sessions.
• Maintain reports and required documents.

Skills

Cultural Support

Emotional Support

Counseling

Communication

Team Collaboration

Education

Diploma in Counselling or Mental Health

Tools

Health Services Knowledge

Reporting Tools

Job description

The Nuu-chah-nulth Tribal Council Teechuktl (Mental Health) Program is seeking a term (to March 31, 2026), full-time Resolution Health Support Worker 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 Tofino, and requires travel (including on gravel road, by boat, float plane and helicopter) into Central 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 provide 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 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.

Company

NTC

Location

Tofino

Contact Info

Apply by 1pm April 8, 2025 by sending your cover letter, resume, and three references (available to call) to:

Nuu-chah-nulth Tribal Council