Position SummaryReporting to the Mental Wellness Team Lead, the Land-Based Healer coordinates, provides, and promotes traditional health practices, knowledge, and beliefs of Musqueam healing and wellness to community members struggling with wellness challenges. Methods of treatment and healing focused on a return and reconnection to Musqueam land and cultural practices. The Land-Based Healer recognizes that struggles with substance use, and mental health can be supported through efforts to relearn, revitalize, and reclaim community member's connection to Musqueam wellness practices. The Land-Based Healer will connect community members with various traditional healing solutions with skilled knowledge keepers within the community. This is a full-time, one-year term position.Roles & ResponsibilitiesLand-Based Healing - Common Guiding PrinciplesFocuses on culturally safe models of care and is viewed as an essential element of a quality health systemViews Musqueam language and culture as foundationalFosters collaborations with a variety of healthcare programs available both in Musqueam and in the Greater Vancouver areaImproves the quality of life of individuals, families, and communities through connection to Musqueam cultural practices and social supportsHonors local strengths and resources, promotes self-determination and building expertise at homeTargets multiple determinants of health (ex. language acquisition, cultural values, life skills, human-nature relations, ethics,



and social cohesion)Fosters connection to Musqueam traditional territories and land-based valuesExamples of Land Based Healing Initiatives include but are not limited to:Culture and language campsTraditional food harvesting projects with education around nutrition and wellness while supporting community berry picking, fishing, hunting, trapping, etc.Cultural activities for people struggling with wellness, helping them to spend time on the landPrograms for Elder and youth knowledge transfer of traditional land uses such as the revitalization of ceremonial practices, rites-of-passage activities, reconnection to land/history/teachings, traditional medicine gathering, etc.Programs for teaching traditional birthing and parenting practicesPrograms for integrating local Musqueam healers into existing land-based activitiesPrograms for revitalizing local indigenous ceremonies and celebrations on the landHunting and fishing projects that support food securityCoordinating and providing online classes and workshops on topics such as storytelling, drumming lessons, prayer, etc.Other related tasks as required.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIESPost-secondary education in a relevant field such as nutrition, counselling, drug and alcohol, public health, etc. Or an equivalent combination of experience and educationLived experience in cultural day-to-day activities and Musqueam ways of beingAt least 2 years' experience in the medical or health field is an assetOutstanding communication and organizational skills,



ability to compassionately relate and provide relevant resources to community membersDemonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality regarding patient medical information and recordsAbility to build respectful, trusting relationships with individuals from diverse backgrounds while maintaining a non-judgmental, inclusive, and person-centered approachSkill in the use of workplace technology, i.E. computers, communications equipment, business softwareStrong communication skills (spoken and written) and the ability to communicate tactfully with othersAbility to professionally meet, deal with the public and provide information in a pleasant, helpful and confidential mannerAbility to problem-solve and take initiative to resolve problemsExceptional organizational skills and the ability to effectively prioritize workloadAbility to remain calm during periods of stressful high volume and to meet deadlines as requiredValid driver's license and access to a vehicle for work purposesSuccessful Vulnerable Sector Screening and Criminal Record CheckWorking ConditionsWork is performed in an office environment and out in the communityAfter hours work may occasionally be required due to program demandsWhy work for Musqueam?Our success as a leader as a First Nations Government is built on the traditional teachings of our people, initiative and dedication of the Musqueam Indian Band. Providing a highly engaged traditional government that is member focused.Competitive salaryTraining and career developmentBusiness casual environmentCommunity fitness and gym accessComprehensive group advantages plan and pension planCentrally located with free parking; free onsite gym and class access; close to nature trails at UBC and along the Fraser River, shops, restaurants and services.

📌 Land-Based Healer (Vancouver)
🏢 Musqueam Indian Band
📍 Vancouver