Job Summary The Director of Mental Wellness provides strategic leadership in the establishment, development and oversight of the Mental Wellness department. This position is responsible for building and leading a multidisciplinary team and developing the department’s strategic direction, programs and operational structures. This position will oversee projects related to mental wellness, addictions and treatment-based programming for Yukon First Nations and Indigenous citizens.

Qualifications

- Post-secondary education in health, social work or a related field, or, equivalency obtained through course work and/or work experience.
- A minimum of five years’ experience working in a health or social field.
- Expertise in Health & Wellness and Wellness, with demonstrated experience in mental health, community wellness, or related fields, preferably in Indigenous contexts.
- Budgeting skills, including program financial management, monitoring expenditures, and working with funding agreements or grants.




- Knowledge of Yukon First Nations cultures, histories, and governance structures, and commitment to culturally grounded, trauma-informed practice.
- Demonstrated leadership and supervisory experience, with the ability to guide multidisciplinary teams and manage complex programs.

Salary: Level 11: $111,225.35 - $139,016.59 The closing date for this competition is Friday, September 18, 2026. Only those candidates who are selected for an interview will be contacted. If you would like a detailed or to request further information please contact [email protected].

To apply please submit resumes to: https://careers.risepeople.com/CYFN/en or email: [email protected] .

Yukon First Nation Preferential Hiring Policy is applicable. You must indicate your First Nation affiliation on your cover letter or resume to be eligible.

📌 Director of Mental Wellness (Whitehorse)
🏢 Council of Yukon First Nations
📍 Whitehorse