Wellness Navigator - Katzie, Kwantlen, Semiahmoo, and Stó:lo. Term: Maternity Leave 18 Months

First Nations Health Authority; Chilliwack; Hybrid; CAD 88,000 - 121,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health organization seeks a Wellness Navigator to enhance health outcomes for First Nations communities in the Fraser Salish Region. The role involves personalized wellness planning, chronic care management, and collaboration with health authorities. Candidates should possess a relevant degree and significant experience in health systems, particularly with First Nations. The position offers a hybrid work environment and a competitive salary range.

Benefits

Municipal Pension plan

3 weeks’ vacation

Group health benefits

Health Care Spending Account

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of relevant experience in health authority systems.
• Experience coordinating patient care for chronic conditions.

Responsibilities

• Enhance health and wellness for First Nations communities.
• Collaborate with Fraser Health Authority for service mapping.

Skills

Health Literacy

Community Wellness

Cultural Respect

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field

Tools

First Aid Level 1

Hep B shot

Flu vaccine

Job description

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Wellness Navigator - Katzie, Kwantlen, Semiahmoo, and Stó:lo. Term: Maternity Leave 18 Months

Salary Comment The Pay Range is the minimum and maximum annual base salary based on full time equivalent hours.

Incumbents are typically hired, transferred or promoted between the minimum and midpoint of the pay range based on their knowledge, skills, abilities and experience in relation to the role requirements.

The top 10% of the pay range is for incumbents who are industry experts in the job with the combination of exceptional experience and competencies needed to perform all duties and responsibilities at a superior capability level.

About us
The First Nations Health Authority is a diverse and transformational health organization of professional, innovative, and dedicated team members and leaders.

The first of its kind in Canada, FNHA works as a health-and-wellness partner with BC First Nations to support self-determination and decision-making to improve health outcomes.

Title: Wellness Navigator
Salary: $88,948 - $104,644 - $120341 per year (pay range explained below)
Contract: Term for 1.5 years
Hours: 37.5 hours (core hours 9am-3pm Mon-Fri)
Location: Fraser Salish Region, BC, located on the ancestral territories of the Stó:lo¯ Nations – Hybrid

About the role
As Wellness Navigator, you will be a driving force in shaping healthier, more vibrant, and self-determined First Nations communities in the Fraser Salish Region. You will work closely with individuals, families, and communities to enhance health and wellness, supporting those living with chronic conditions through personalized wellness planning and increased health literacy. You’ll champion a holistic, person-centered approach to health and social systems, helping to map services and guide wellness journeys across the full spectrum of care. Your role will also be collaborating with Fraser Health Authority as part of a regional network grounded in joint planning and shared goals.

About you
To be successful in this role you will have/be –

Education

• A Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or a equivalent combination of education and experience.

Occupational Certification

• Certifications in First Aid Level 1 (with CPR), Hep B shot, and flu vaccine.

Experience

• 5–7 years of significant, recent, and relevant experience, particularly in regional health authority systems (such as Fraser Health Authority), working with First Nations individuals, communities, or organizations on health and wellness issues.
• Experience coordinating patient care across various health issues, with a focus on chronic care management and supporting individual health and wellness plans.
• Proven ability to map health and social systems and assets to support holistic, person-centered care and community wellness.
• Hands-on experience developing and guiding the approval of health and wellness plans, including for individuals managing chronic conditions.

Knowledge

• In-depth knowledge of the BC healthcare system, First Nations health landscape, and the health and wellness needs of Aboriginal/First Nations communities.
• Strong understanding of person-centered care, with the ability to deliver holistic, integrated, and culturally respectful services.
• Comprehensive knowledge of community, public, and primary health care systems.
• Knowledge in trauma-informed practice and motivational interviewing.

Please refer to Job Specification section of the Job Description for more details.

Working at FNHA
As a member of the team, you will have access to a wide range of employee benefits, including:

• Municipal Pension plan with an employer contribution of 9.31% (after 3 months)
• 3 weeks’ vacation, which increases with service to 4 weeks, plus 5 personal days, 1 volunteer day, and 14 public holidays including National Indigenous People’s Day, National Day of Truth and Reconciliation, Easter Monday and Boxing Day
• Access to group health benefits and a Health Care Spending Account through Canada Life on day 1 of employment
• And more!

The First Nations Health Authority is committed to respecting diversity within our workforce; preference will be given to individuals who identify as First Nations, Inuit, or Métis.

Leading with culture, all FNHA employees complete San’yas Indigenous Cultural Safety Training. We support our family to be leaders in wellness and all staff members develop a yearly wellness plan as part of their performance partnership and goal-setting.

The Pay Range is the minimum and maximum annual salary based on full time equivalent hours.
Incumbents are typically hired, transferred or promoted between the minimum and midpoint of the range based on their knowledge, skills, abilities and experience in relation to the role requirements.
The top 10% of the pay range is for the incumbents who are industry experts in the job with the combination of exceptional experience and competencies needed to perform all duties and responsibilities at a superior capability level. Internal employee compensation will be determined as per the FNHA Employee Total Compensation Policy.

How to apply
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