Job Description

Job Summary

Reporting to the Executive Director at the Nawican Friendship Centre, the Mental Health and Addictions Coordinator is responsible for the planning, coordination, and delivery of culturally safe, trauma-informed mental health and addictions services. Based at the Nawican Bergeron Youth and Cultural Centre (NBYCC), this individual will lead program development, provide direct client services, and collaborate with internal staff and community partners to support individuals and families affected by substance use and co-occurring mental health concerns.

The Coordinator will oversee assessments, treatment planning, counselling services, and referral processes while also facilitating education, prevention, and wellness initiatives across the community. This role requires a strong understanding of Indigenous cultural perspectives, evidence-based practices in addiction and mental health care, and a commitment to fostering a supportive, inclusive environment for healing and personal growth. The successful candidate will be a collaborative, self-directed professional who embraces the spirit of the Friendship Centre Movement and is dedicated to promoting community wellness.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

Coordinate and oversee the development, implementation, and evaluation of mental health and addictions programming Provide culturally safe, trauma-informed counselling to individuals, families, and groups Conduct client intakes, assessments, and develop individualized treatment and recovery plans Facilitate ongoing support, including follow-up, aftercare, and relapse prevention services Organize and deliver educational workshops, community presentations, and harm reduction initiatives Build and maintain strong working relationships with community partners, referral agencies, and health service providers Ensure client documentation is accurate, confidential, and in compliance with organizational and legal standards Prepare and submit monthly reports to the Executive Director and relevant funders Contribute to grant applications, proposals, and program funding reports as needed Participate in staff meetings, organizational planning, and professional development activities Support community outreach, engagement, and Nawican-hosted events Help maintain a welcoming and inclusive Centre environment and promote the spirit of the Friendship Centre Movement

Key Competencies

Strong knowledge of addictions, trauma, and co-occurring mental health conditions Experience coordinating programs and services within a community-based or Indigenous organization Excellent interpersonal, communication, and conflict resolution skills Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team Cultural humility, respect for Indigenous values, and knowledge of local communities Strong organizational, administrative, and time-management skills Sound judgment and ethical decision-making in confidential settings

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Counselling, Psychology, or a related field

or

a minimum of 5 years of experience in mental health and addictions service delivery, with demonstrated leadership capacity Experience working with Indigenous communities and/or urban Indigenous service organizations is considered an asset. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (including Word, Excel, and Outlook), with the ability to use tools efficiently for documentation and communication Occupational First Aid certificates (or willingness to obtain) Demonstrated ability to maintain strict confidentiality and handle sensitive personnel information with professionalism and integrity Must provide a clear Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Check Valid Class 5 Driver's License and a clean Driver's Abstract Preference may be given to applicants of Aboriginal ancestry (pursuant to Section 41 of the BC Human Rights Code).

Work Conditions

37.5 hours per week; some evening or weekend work may be required depending on client and community needs. Work is based at the Nawican Bergeron Youth and Cultural Centre or Nawican Emergency Homeless Shelter, with travel for outreach or community engagement as necessary. Supportive, culturally inclusive workplace that values wellness, collaboration, and community connection

To apply, please submit your resume and a brief cover letter to Sheena Haaf (Executive Director) at nfced@nawican.ca or s.haaf@nawican.ca. Please specify the position you are applying for in the subject line. The position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00-$25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 37.5 per week

Benefits:

Casual dress Dental care Extended health care Life insurance Paid time off RRSP match Vision care
Schedule:

8 hour shift Day shift Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person