Regional Director Central, Child, Family & Community Wellness

The Northwest Territories Health and Social Services Authority is seeking a Regional Director, Central – Child, Family and Community Wellness to provide executive leadership for child, family, and community wellness services across the Yellowknife region. This senior leadership role is responsible for the strategic direction, operational oversight, and continuous improvement of legislated child and family services, prevention programs, mental health supports, and community wellness initiatives serving Yellowknife, Łutselkʼe, and Fort Resolution. Working closely with Indigenous governments, community partners, and territorial leadership, you'll help ensure programs are culturally responsive, client- and family-centred, and aligned with legislation, clinical standards, and best practices. About the Role Reporting to the Executive Director of Child, Family and Community Wellness, you'll provide leadership to a multidisciplinary team that includes social workers, mental health professionals, family support staff, cultural and training leads, project managers, and administrative staff. You'll oversee the delivery of legislated child and family services while driving strategic planning, quality improvement, operational excellence, and collaborative partnerships that strengthen outcomes for children, youth, families, and communities across the region. Key Responsibilities Provide strategic and operational leadership for Child, Family and Community Wellness programs Oversee the delivery of legislated child protection, prevention, mental health, and family support services Build and strengthen partnerships with Indigenous governments, community organizations, and stakeholders Lead multidisciplinary teams while fostering a culture of quality, safety, and continuous improvement Ensure compliance with legislation, accreditation standards, clinical policies, and delegated statutory responsibilities Manage regional budgets, resources, operational planning, and program performance Qualifications Required Typically, the above qualifications would be attained by: A Bachelor's degree in Social Work Eight (8) years of progressively responsible experience in child, family, or community wellness services Three (3) years of experience managing people and resources Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered. Learn More The GNWT offers a competitive salary, an annual northern living allowance, a generous defined benefit pension plan, and health/dental benefits in addition to relocation assistance. To learn more about living and working in the Northwest Territories, visit: GNWT Careers Benefits NWT Tourism

Provide executive leadership and strategic direction for child, family, and community wellness services in the Yellowknife region. Oversee the delivery of legislated child protection and mental health programs while managing regional budgets and multidisciplinary teams.

Requires a Bachelor's degree in Social Work and at least eight years of experience in community wellness services. Candidates must also possess three years of experience managing people and resources.

• Competitive Salary • Annual Northern Living Allowance • Defined Benefit Pension Plan • Health Benefits • Dental Benefits • Relocation Assistance

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• Executive Leadership
• Strategic Planning
• Operational Oversight
• Child Protection
• Mental Health Support
• Community Wellness
• Budget Management
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Quality Improvement
• Clinical Standards
• People Management
• Legislative Compliance

• Social Services
• Healthcare
• Management & Leadership
• Government & Public Sector
• Administrative

Minimum education

Bachelor’s degree

Minimum experience

10+ years

Apply by

Sep 4, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Seniority

Director