Wellness Navigator, Substance Use, Northern Region

4 weeks ago


West Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada First Nations Health Authority Full time

About Us

The First Nations Health Authority is a leading health organization dedicated to improving the well-being of BC First Nations communities.

We are seeking a highly skilled Wellness Navigator, Substance Use to join our team in the Northern Region.

About the Role

As a Wellness Navigator, Substance Use, you will play a key role in advancing our vision of promoting healthy, vibrant, and self-determining BC First Nations communities.

You will work collaboratively with lived experience voices, partners, and policing services to guide individuals impacted by substance use towards solutions, services, and awareness.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

  • 3-5 years of recent and relevant experience and/or a Certificate in Substance Use Prevention
  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field
  • Naloxone training, First aid level 1 (with CPR), HEP B shot, and flu vaccine
  • In-depth knowledge of the BC healthcare system and the current landscape of First Nations health in BC

Working at FNHA

As a member of our team, you will have access to a wide range of employee benefits, including a municipal pension plan, vacation time, and access to group health benefits.

The First Nations Health Authority is committed to respecting diversity within our workforce and is an equal opportunities employer.


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