Regional Mental Wellness Coordinator -#25-088
About the role
Regional Mental Wellness Coordinator -#25-088
Ministry/Department: Health and Wellness
Competition#: 25-088
Compensation: $62,000 - $77,000
Classification: Nation Support 3
Location: Vancouver Island/Hybrid
End date of Position: March 31, 2026
Hours Per Week: 37.5
Date Posted: June 30, 2025
Closing Date: July 14, 2025
About the Opportunity
The Regional Mental Wellness Coordinator plays a crucial role in supporting Métis individuals across their designated Health Authority by serving as a bridge between MNBC (Métis Nation British Columbia), Métis Chartered Communities, and Interior Health Authority. The Coordinator facilitates access to mental health services, assists in navigating the mental health system, and connects individuals to available resources. Additionally, they engage with Métis Chartered Communities to understand their unique mental health needs and priorities, fostering cooperation and collaborative problem-solving. This role supports advocacy efforts for Métis people within the mental health landscape through involvement in committees and advisory councils, while strengthening the relationship between Métis Chartered Communities and Interior Health Authority. Cultural safety and awareness are emphasized, and the coordinator ensures effective communication with relevant MNBC Ministry of Health staff and performs administrative tasks and event coordination as necessary.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
• Supports Métis individuals in their region to access mental health services, navigate the mental health system, and connect to available mental health resources.
• Engages with Métis Chartered Communities in their region regarding their specific mental health and wellness needs and priorities.
• Fosters a practice of cooperative effort and collaborative problem solving around issues related to improving the mental health and wellness of Métis people.
• Supports the Manager, Mental Wellness Program in working with multiple regional stakeholders in the Interior to advocate for Métis in BC through various mental health‐related committees, working groups, and advisory council meetings.
• Enhances relationships between Métis Chartered Communities and their respective Health Authority regarding regional mental health programs and services.
• Engages with their respective Health Authority to create a better understanding of the Métis experience in BC, with a particular focus on Métis people’s cultural safety as it relates to mental health and wellness.
• Communicates with MNBC Ministry of Health and Mental Health and Harm Reduction staff on all pertinent issues.
• Plans and coordinates meetings and events, as required.
• Performs various administrative tasks, as required.
• Travels, as required, to engage Métis Chartered Communities and to attend community events.
• Participates in committees and project teams as required.
• Undertakes related duties as assigned, consistent with the job grade of the position.
• Other duties may be assigned as needed to ensure the efficient operation of MNBC.
• Regular/ occasional attendance at meetings/ events that may require work and travel outside of normal business hours.
Supervision Given
• None
QUALIFICATIONS
• Diploma in Health, Education, Social Services, or related field from a recognized, post-secondary institution.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience supporting mental health navigation and/or harm reduction in communities.
• Completion of a medical terminology course is an asset.
• A combination of relevant experience, education, and training may be considered.
• Experience working with an Indigenous organization/program that includes interacting and developing relationships with Indigenous people and Indigenous communities as well as government agencies and ministries, an asset.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, problem solve and utilize team‐building skills.
• Proven ability to utilize strong interpersonal skills to deal with others effectively.
• Proven ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and work with minimal supervision.
• Proven ability to utilize, adapt and embrace new technologies, including Microsoft 365 and other
database/software required by the role.
• Knowledge and/or awareness of the historical and contemporary contributions made by Métis people in B.C.
• Possession of, or the ability to obtain, a Class 5 driver’s licence may be required.
• Ability to travel, as required.
• The position may require the completion of a Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Check.
About Métis Nation British Columbia
The Métis Provincial Council of British Columbia was first incorporated under the Society’s Act on October 23, 1996. In 2003 the Métis leadership ratified the "Métis Nation British Columbia" (MNBC) Constitution thereby establishing a new Métis Nation governance structure. Since 2003, the Métis Nation British Columbia (MNBC) leadership has implemented a number of institutions of governance such as the Senate, Métis Nation Governing Assembly, Youth representation, Women’s representation, an Electoral Act, and an objectively verifiable citizenship process. MNBC represents 39 Métis Chartered Communities in British Columbia and is mandated to develop and enhance opportunities for Métis communities by implementing culturally relevant social and economic programs and services.
The Métis Nation British Columbia (MNBC) represents over 98,000 self-identified Métis people in British Columbia and approximately 28,000 registered Métis Citizens. The Métis National Council and the Provincial Government of British Columbia, as well as the Federal Government of Canada, recognizes the MNBC as the official governing organization for Métis in BC.
Our Vision Métis Nation British Columbia will build a proud, self-governing, sustainable Nation in recognition of Inherent Rights for our Métis citizens.
Our Mission Métis Nation British Columbia develops and enhances opportunities for our Métis Chartered Communities and Métis people in British Columbia by providing culturally relevant social and economic programs and services.
Regional Mental Wellness Coordinator -#25-088
About the role
Regional Mental Wellness Coordinator -#25-088
Ministry/Department: Health and Wellness
Competition#: 25-088
Compensation: $62,000 - $77,000
Classification: Nation Support 3
Location: Vancouver Island/Hybrid
End date of Position: March 31, 2026
Hours Per Week: 37.5
Date Posted: June 30, 2025
Closing Date: July 14, 2025
About the Opportunity
The Regional Mental Wellness Coordinator plays a crucial role in supporting Métis individuals across their designated Health Authority by serving as a bridge between MNBC (Métis Nation British Columbia), Métis Chartered Communities, and Interior Health Authority. The Coordinator facilitates access to mental health services, assists in navigating the mental health system, and connects individuals to available resources. Additionally, they engage with Métis Chartered Communities to understand their unique mental health needs and priorities, fostering cooperation and collaborative problem-solving. This role supports advocacy efforts for Métis people within the mental health landscape through involvement in committees and advisory councils, while strengthening the relationship between Métis Chartered Communities and Interior Health Authority. Cultural safety and awareness are emphasized, and the coordinator ensures effective communication with relevant MNBC Ministry of Health staff and performs administrative tasks and event coordination as necessary.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
• Supports Métis individuals in their region to access mental health services, navigate the mental health system, and connect to available mental health resources.
• Engages with Métis Chartered Communities in their region regarding their specific mental health and wellness needs and priorities.
• Fosters a practice of cooperative effort and collaborative problem solving around issues related to improving the mental health and wellness of Métis people.
• Supports the Manager, Mental Wellness Program in working with multiple regional stakeholders in the Interior to advocate for Métis in BC through various mental health‐related committees, working groups, and advisory council meetings.
• Enhances relationships between Métis Chartered Communities and their respective Health Authority regarding regional mental health programs and services.
• Engages with their respective Health Authority to create a better understanding of the Métis experience in BC, with a particular focus on Métis people’s cultural safety as it relates to mental health and wellness.
• Communicates with MNBC Ministry of Health and Mental Health and Harm Reduction staff on all pertinent issues.
• Plans and coordinates meetings and events, as required.
• Performs various administrative tasks, as required.
• Travels, as required, to engage Métis Chartered Communities and to attend community events.
• Participates in committees and project teams as required.
• Undertakes related duties as assigned, consistent with the job grade of the position.
• Other duties may be assigned as needed to ensure the efficient operation of MNBC.
• Regular/ occasional attendance at meetings/ events that may require work and travel outside of normal business hours.
Supervision Given
• None
QUALIFICATIONS
• Diploma in Health, Education, Social Services, or related field from a recognized, post-secondary institution.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience supporting mental health navigation and/or harm reduction in communities.
• Completion of a medical terminology course is an asset.
• A combination of relevant experience, education, and training may be considered.
• Experience working with an Indigenous organization/program that includes interacting and developing relationships with Indigenous people and Indigenous communities as well as government agencies and ministries, an asset.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, problem solve and utilize team‐building skills.
• Proven ability to utilize strong interpersonal skills to deal with others effectively.
• Proven ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and work with minimal supervision.
• Proven ability to utilize, adapt and embrace new technologies, including Microsoft 365 and other
database/software required by the role.
• Knowledge and/or awareness of the historical and contemporary contributions made by Métis people in B.C.
• Possession of, or the ability to obtain, a Class 5 driver’s licence may be required.
• Ability to travel, as required.
• The position may require the completion of a Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Check.
About Métis Nation British Columbia
The Métis Provincial Council of British Columbia was first incorporated under the Society’s Act on October 23, 1996. In 2003 the Métis leadership ratified the "Métis Nation British Columbia" (MNBC) Constitution thereby establishing a new Métis Nation governance structure. Since 2003, the Métis Nation British Columbia (MNBC) leadership has implemented a number of institutions of governance such as the Senate, Métis Nation Governing Assembly, Youth representation, Women’s representation, an Electoral Act, and an objectively verifiable citizenship process. MNBC represents 39 Métis Chartered Communities in British Columbia and is mandated to develop and enhance opportunities for Métis communities by implementing culturally relevant social and economic programs and services.
The Métis Nation British Columbia (MNBC) represents over 98,000 self-identified Métis people in British Columbia and approximately 28,000 registered Métis Citizens. The Métis National Council and the Provincial Government of British Columbia, as well as the Federal Government of Canada, recognizes the MNBC as the official governing organization for Métis in BC.
Our Vision Métis Nation British Columbia will build a proud, self-governing, sustainable Nation in recognition of Inherent Rights for our Métis citizens.
Our Mission Métis Nation British Columbia develops and enhances opportunities for our Métis Chartered Communities and Métis people in British Columbia by providing culturally relevant social and economic programs and services.