Description
Associate Wellness Director (AWD)

Office locations: West Vancouver; Kamloops; Prince George or Chilliwack

Report to the Executive Director, the Associate Wellness Director provides strategic and operational leadership for all wellness and program services, ensuring culturally safe, trauma-informed, and Survivor-centered delivery across the organization. This role integrates program development, service delivery, clinical oversight, and people leadership to advance holistic wellness outcomes for both clients and staff.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the development and implementation of holistic, trauma-informed wellness programs rooted in cultural safety and Indigenous knowledge systems
• Provide leadership, guidance, and supervision to multidisciplinary wellness teams, ensuring staff wellbeing and ethical practice standards
• Oversee program quality, risk management, and compliance with applicable legislation and professional standards
• Collaborate with leadership, communities, and partners to strengthen service delivery and accessibility
• Monitor program performance, including data, outcomes, and reporting to senior leadership and governance bodies
• Support a healing-centred organizational culture that prioritizes relational accountability, respect, and safety
• The complete job description is avaialble upon request

What We're Looking For:

• Advanced education in social work, psychology, counselling, or a related health service delivery field (Master's preferred)
• Proven leadership experience in wellness, mental health, or community-based services
• Strong knowledge of governance and program management/development
• Proven ability to lead teams with compassion, integrity, and accountability
• Deep proven understanding of trauma-informed practice, cultural safety, and intergenerational impacts of residential schools
• Demonstrated personal growth, balance, and the ability to support others from a place of stability and professionalism
• Strong emotional intelligence, communication, and leadership skills
• Ability to work in a high-impact, emotionally sensitive environments with resilience and self-care
• Commitment to Indigenous values, cultural humility, and community-centered practices
• Commitment to the mission and values of Indian Residiential School Survivors Society

Term: Full-Time Term Position

Location: Vancouver - Vancouver Public Library

Salary: $95,000.00 to $105,000.00 to start and will be dependent on proven skills and experiences

Benefits: Annual Leave, Sick Leave, Cultural Days, Wellness Days and after 90 days - enrollment into the Employer paid benefits plan and GIA matched contribution savings plan

Status: In Office

Deadline: Until filled with a qualified candidate

We offer a great place to do your best work:

We believe in providing a supportive and fulfilling work environment for our team members. As the Associate Wellness Director at IRSSS, you can expect:

• Competitive base salary and full benefits, including dental, health, disability, and life insurance.
• 8 annual personal wellness days and an annual cultural day to honor your well-being and heritage.
• Retirement savings matching, supporting your financial well-being.
• Investment in annual staff learning and celebrations.
• The opportunity to be part of a purpose-driven organization making a difference in the lives of Indigenous people.

Come work with us!

If you are inspired by our mission and values and feel that you align with this role, we encourage you to take the first step towards making a positive impact and submit an application on the website link 'Work For Us' on www.irsss.ca

If this opportunity isn't for you but you know someone who would be a perfect fit, please feel free to share this posting with them. We believe that great people recognize great people.

Compensation

$95,000.00 - $105,000.00 per year