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Who We Are Located within the traditional unceded territory of the syilx people, Westbank First Nation (WFN) is a progressive and prosperous self-governing First Nation. WFN is dedicated to promoting a healthy and prosperous future to ensure its continued existence as a strong political, social and cultural community.
Westbank First Nation values Equality, Honesty and Fairness, Respect, Integrity, Accountability and Transparency, Sustainability, Understanding, Confidentiality and Efficiency.
About This Opportunity
Reporting to the Director of Health & Wellness, the Wellness Manager is accountable for providing leadership and strategic direction to assigned staff and programs in the areas of Community Wellness. This position oversees department human resources related matters, training and development, program delivery and outcomes, financial revenues and expenditures, and ensures that departments and management are in alignment with the Westbank First Nation government strategic goals.
Want to know more? You will…
- Oversee the Wellness program operations including the establishment of strategic and operational work plans, program goals, objectives, success indicators, gap analysis and make changes accordingly, providing guidance and supervision to all Wellness staff.
- Amend annual budgets and administer revenue and expenditures in accordance to the Finance Policy ensuring transparency and accountability
- Provide required reports to Interior Health, Ministry of Children & Family Development (MCFD), Okanagan Nation Alliance and other funding agencies to ensure financial accountability
- Develop and amend policies and procedures associated with Wellness programs and services
- Provide leadership to develop and build capacity of staff through delegation of responsibilities and regular feedback; provides development opportunities and technical direction
- Maintain linkages with other Westbank First Nation community programs and services to create and support programs
Must Haves
- Bachelor Degree in Health, Counselling or Psychology
- Current registration and in good standing with professional regulatory body required
- A minimum of 5 years demonstrated progressive experience within Management roles
- Direct experience working with Indigenous communities including demonstrated cultural safety and knowledge of Indigenous customs/traditional practices
- Criminal Record Check with results acceptable to WFN
- Valid Driver’s license with acceptable drivers abstract
Perks Of Working At WFN
- Competitive compensation package including 3 weeks’ vacation
- Extended Health Care (including Vision and Paramedical Services), Dental, Basic Life Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, and Health Spending Account
- Municipal Pension Plan membership
- Access to Big White Season Passes (Summer & Winter)
- Employee Recognition Program
- Access to LinkedIn Learning for Professional Development
Application Details
To review the full job description and to learn more about Westbank First Nation please visit our website athttps://www.wfn.ca.
All applications must be submitted through our Employment Opportunities page. Ensure you attach your cover letter and resume. Incomplete or late submissions will not be accepted.
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