Community Wellness Program Manager
Role summary
The Community Wellness Program Manager (CWPM) reports to the Senior Manager of Wellness Programs and is responsible for overseeing Contribution Agreements for the Family Wellness Centre and Transitional Housing Addiction Recovery Program. The role involves implementing wellness programs aligned with IRC's strategic direction, ensuring compliance with policies and regulations, and providing oversight to site coordinators in Inuvik. The CWPM will ensure effective service delivery, integrating Inuvialuit cultural values, managing intake, supervising staff, developing programs, and fostering stakeholder relationships to meet community needs across the Inuvialuit Settlement Region.
COMPETITION: 202628
POSITION TYPE: Indefinite
SCHEDULE:Full-time (75 hours bi-weekly)
COMPETITION CLOSE DATE:Open Until Filled
ABOUT INUVIALUIT REGIONAL CORPORATION (IRC)
IRC was created in 1984 to represent the Inuvialuit and their rights and benefits obtained under one of Canada's oldest comprehensive land claim agreements. With assets over $1 billion, not including vast land holdings, IRC is responsible for corporate investment, land management, and a broad range of social, cultural, and economic programs and services benefiting Inuvialuit. Its subsidiaries have interests in grocery, manufacturing, property management, transportation, and significant dealings in the oil and gas industry.
Since its inception, IRC has experienced considerable growth, and its structure and operations have become increasingly complex. Combining local government and service delivery, community development, investment, and operating business divisions, all managed by a single back office, the organization has an array of complexities for the executive staff to navigate. There is an emphasis on fostering understanding, healing, and resilience in a region brimming with unique social challenges and immense potential for transformative change.
JOB SUMMARY
Reporting to the Senior Manager of Wellness Programs, the Community Wellness Program Manager (CWPM) is responsible for overseeing various Contribution Agreements (CAs) associated with the Family Wellness Centre (FWC), the Transitional Housing Addiction Recovery Program (THARP) and implementing wellness programs that align with the strategic direction of the IRC. They will also provide oversight for the site coordinators by ensuring adherence to policies, the application of best practices, and compliance with all regulatory requirements related to wellness facility programs in Inuvik.
The CWPM will ensure the effective delivery of services, incorporating Inuvialuit cultural values and traditions into all program activities. The incumbent will manage intake processes, supervise program staff, develop recovery and family wellness programs, and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure programs meet the needs of the six communities within the Inuvialuit Settlement Region (ISR).
QUALIFICATIONS
Applicants must be/have:
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in wellness programming, community services, or related fields.
Preference may be given to candidates with the following:
- Post-secondary education in Social Work, Community Wellness, Addictions Counseling, Psychology, or a related field.
- Experience working with Indigenous communities and knowledge of Inuvialuit culture.
- Training in trauma-informed care and recovery support programs.
- Project management experience.
Please refer to the job description for a full list of duties and qualifications.
TO APPLY
Please submit your resume and cover letter by pressing the *Apply for This Job* button at the top right of this web page and follow the application steps.
We encourage timely submissions of applications as candidates will be actively reviewed, and the interview process may begin prior to the closing date.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Priority consideration is given to beneficiaries of the Inuvialuit Final Agreement (IFA); please identify in your application if you are a beneficiary of the IFA.
- The position requires the completion of a satisfactory Criminal Record Check.
- The position requires the completion of a satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Check.
- This role is based in our Inuvik office. We offer relocation support for the selected candidates.
- An eligibility list may be established for hiring for similar positions based on performance in this competition.
- Applicants who do not meet all qualifications are encouraged to apply and may be considered for appointment at a lower level with a development plan.
- If you have a disability that requires an accommodation during any stage of our recruitment process, please contact us at hr@inuvialuit.com to let us know how we can assist you.
- We would like to thank everyone in advance for applying, as only those shortlisted will be contacted.
WHAT WE OFFER
- Competitive Salary: We recognize and reward talent with a competitive salary structure.
- Professional Development: We invest in your growth through ongoing training and development opportunities.
- Competitive Benefits: We provide eligible employees with a competitive benefits package, which includes extended health care; dental care; life, critical illness, and accident insurance; travel medical insurance; sick leave; and long-term disability.
- Wellness Benefits: We provide all employees with access to an employee and family assistance program.
- Retirement Benefits: We provide eligible employees with a Defined Contribution Pension Plan where IRC matches contributions of up to 5% of annual salary.
- Vacation benefits: We provide eligible employees with 4 weeks of annual vacation time to start.
For more information about our organization, go to https://irc.inuvialuit.com/jobs
Human Resources
Inuvialuit Regional Corporation
E-mail: hr@inuvialuit.com | Telephone: 867-777-7000 | Web: irc.inuvialuit.com
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