Coordinate wellness and cultural programming for Indigenous youth while strengthening leadership, social skills, and school participation. Use collaboration and advocacy to address student barriers.
This Wellness Facilitator develops and delivers programs rooted in Indigenous values and Medicine Wheel teachings. Responsibilities span leadership clubs, cultural activities, career exploration, tutoring, parent engagement, and transitions. The position works with teachers, counsellors, advisors, families, and student services teams.
Key Responsibilities:
- Coordinate transition programs across grades and schools
- Lead social justice, leadership, cultural, and career exploration initiatives
- Develop wellness strategies rooted in Medicine Wheel teachings
- Address barriers to school engagement with families and teams
- Participate in planning meetings and staff career development
Requirements:
- Degree or diploma in child and youth care, social services, or related discipline
- Four years of Indigenous community work experience
- Understanding of Indigenous student histories and participation barriers
- Ability to facilitate wellness and cultural teachings for groups and families
- Adaptability, leadership, problem-solving, collaboration, and communication skills
Coordinate culturally grounded wellness programs while guiding Indigenous youth through transitions, leadership development, and school engagement.