Wellness Navigator

Job summary

The Wellness Navigator supports Métis citizens by connecting them to mental health and substance use services while coordinating with provincial healthcare systems. They are responsible for maintaining resource databases, facilitating community engagement, and ensuring seamless access to care.

Job details

POSITION TITLE: Wellness Navigator DEPARTMENT: Health, Mental Health and Addictions CLASSIFICATION: MGO-06 SALARY RANGE: Starting at $68,979.00 Per Annum POSITION TYPE: Full-time, Temporary (until March 31, 2028) LOCATION: Saskatoon ACCOUNTABLE TO: Director of Health, Mental Health and Addictions Brief Overview: The Métis Nation-Saskatchewan (MN-S) is the government that represents Métis citizens in Saskatchewan. The MN-S Ministry of Health, Mental Health and Addictions is responsible for improving the health and well-being of Métis citizens in Saskatchewan. Under the direction of the Director of Health, Mental Health and Addictions, the Wellness Navigator will work to support Métis citizens who are seeking mental health or substance use services and supports. This role connects citizens to the most appropriate service providers and coordinates with the provincial health care system to ensure seamless access to care. Key Responsibilities * Provide culturally responsive support to Métis citizens in navigating mental health, addictions, and wellness services, ensuring timely, coordinated, and client-centered access to care. * Facilitate connections to appropriate mental health and wellness programs, services, and resources by assessing individual needs and providing system navigation support. * Collaborate with internal departments, healthcare providers, community organizations, and government partners to reduce barriers and promote continuity of care and service delivery. * Develop, maintain, and regularly update a comprehensive inventory of youth and adult mental health, wellness, addictions, and support services and resources available throughout Saskatchewan. * Safeguard client privacy and maintain confidentiality in accordance with organizational policies, professional standards, and applicable legislation. * Establish and maintain positive working relationships with Métis communities, service providers, healthcare professionals, and partner organizations to strengthen service coordination and collaboration. * Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential client records, service documentation, resource databases, and activity reports. * Participate in and facilitate meetings, community engagement sessions, presentations, and outreach activities with partners, stakeholders, and Métis communities. * Monitor emerging community needs, service gaps, and trends related to mental health and wellness, providing feedback and recommendations to support continuous improvement. * Contribute to the development and promotion of mental health, wellness, and addictions initiatives that support the health and well-being of Métis citizens. * Perform other related duties as assigned. Qualifications: * Post-secondary education in Human Services (Public Health, Social Work, Sociology, Psychology, Mental Health and Addictions) or equivalent combination of academic, professional and/or lived experience * Experience in navigating multi-jurisdictional public systems * Experience in community or public services. * Ability to communicate in Indigenous languages is considered an asset. * Case management experience is considered an asset Knowledge and skills: * Knowledge of Métis culture * Experience working directly with community members requiring mental health support, ideally with First Nations or Métis peoples * Strong communication skills, including speaking, writing, and active listening skills * Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, database software, and electronic communication tools such as Microsoft Outlook * Strong time-management skills, along with the ability to prioritize daily tasks, organizational skills, and effective decision-making abilities * Willingness to work within a team environment * Professional telephone etiquette * Exceptional written and oral communications skills * Excellent work attendance * Sound problem-solving and decision-making skills, as well as attention to detail * Interpersonal skills and an ability to demonstrate de-escalation and conflict resolution in difficult situations Additional requirements: * Valid Saskatchewan driver’s license and access to reliable transportation * Must complete and provide an acceptable Criminal Record Check with a Vulnerable Sector prior to commencing employment * Please submit resume, cover letter, and references by 11:59pm on September 16, 2026.

What you’ll do

The Wellness Navigator supports Métis citizens by connecting them to mental health and substance use services while coordinating with provincial healthcare systems. They are responsible for maintaining resource databases, facilitating community engagement, and ensuring seamless access to care.

Requirements

Candidates must have post-secondary education in Human Services or equivalent experience, along with a background in navigating public systems. Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills are required, as well as a valid driver's license and a clean criminal record check.

Listed skills

• Time management · Preferred
• Problem solving · Preferred
• Mental Health Support · Preferred
• Microsoft Excel · Preferred
• case management · Preferred
• Microsoft Word · Preferred
• Communication Skills · Preferred
• Conflict Resolution · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Case management
• Mental health support
• Addictions support
• System navigation
• Community engagement
• Communication skills
• Active listening
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Excel
• Database management
• Time management
• Problem-solving
• De-escalation
• Conflict resolution
• Cultural competency
• Database Software
• Meeting Facilitation
• Support Services
• De-escalation Techniques
• Electronic Communication
• Organizational Skills
• Valid Driver's License
• Cultural Responsiveness
• Active Listening
• Mental Health
• Case Management
• Social Work
• Decision Making
• Communication
• Computer Literacy
• Confidentiality
• Conflict Resolution
• Continuous Improvement Process
• Psychology
• Human Services
• Interpersonal Communications
• Problem Solving
• Microsoft Outlook
• Telephone Skills
• Presentations
• Sociology
• Time Management
• Verbal Communication Skills
• Coordinating
• Prioritization
• Detail Oriented

Job areas

• Social Services
• Healthcare
• Government & Public Sector
• Navigator
• Contact Tracer
• Community Health Workers