Health Manager

ABOUT WILLIAMS LAKE FIRST NATION (WLFN)

The Williams Lake First Nation (WLFN), or the T'exelcemc (people of WLFN) have belonged to the Secwepemc (or Shuswap) Nation for over 6500 years. Today, the WLFN community includes a growing population of over 800 registered members who live on reserve in Sugar Cane, in nearby Williams Lake, BC, and across the globe. 

We are Culturally Centered, Future Focused. WLFN provides staff with an excellent benefits package, RSP matching up to 8%, 3 weeks' vacation upon completion of probationary period, and many other benefits. 

Deadline for Applications: January 18, 2026. 

POSITION

The Health Manager is responsible for the WLFN Health Station operations, program delivery, and overall strategic direction of Indigenous-led health and wellness in the Williams Lake First Nation community on and off reserve. This position acts as a role model by leading community engagement programs that create health awareness and provides tools to WLFN community members as they seek to maintain a balanced, healthy lifestyle.

Employment Type

Permanent, full-time, 35 hours per week.

Probation Period

• 3 months from the date of hire.

Education Required

• A university degree or a diploma in Human Services, Health Sciences, or a related field (e.g., nursing, health care management) or,
• An acceptable combination of education, training, and experience.

Experience Required

• Minimum 5 years social development, social services, administration, and managerial experience.
• Minimum 2 years work experience with multi barrier, at risk, and/or First Nations peoples.

Overtime Status

Exempt.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Operations

1. Oversee the health station in collaboration with the Three Corners Health Services Society.
2. Advocate healthy living for the community with new and existing programs.
3. Conducts needs assessments, identifies gaps, and provides leadership to develop plans and priorities in creating programs to address the health and social development priorities of the community.
4. Lead and direct safe health and wellness programs and services to the community.
5. Prepare and monitor work plans, including reporting through regular and annual reports.
6. Serve as a liaison, collaborate, and partner with First Nations Health Authority (FNHA), Interior Health, Indigenous Services Canada (ISC), the Le7 te Melamen Health Society, and other Indigenous delegated agencies such as the Knucwentwecw Society.
7. Maintain good standing as a member of the First Nations Health Director's Association (FNHDA) and prioritize attending gatherings/meetings to advocate for community health programming and funding.
8. Implement and support work that aligns with Chief and Council's strategic vision for the department.
9. Maintain regular work plans to monitor strategic progress for all departments within Health.
10. Acknowledge the priorities outlined in the Community Health Plan in relation to the department's annual strategic plan, and individual employee work plans.
11. Communicate effectively with community members and partners about health opportunities and challenges in an informed and knowledgeable manner.
12. Build and nurture collaborative, respectful and good working relationships with community members.
13. Undertake the day-to-day operational management, staff supervision and coordination of health service delivery at the health centre.
14. Develops a communication strategy for public awareness of programs and events.
15. Participates in various community support, council, and committee meetings.
16. Maintain current, up-to-date, and consistent documentation on all client files.
17. Review emails daily and respond to requests in a professional and timely manner.
18. Supports the mission, vision, and values of the Williams Lake First Nation.
19. Contributes to the WLFN's ongoing success by accomplishing other duties as required or assigned.

Human Resources and Administration

1. Works with WLFN Human Resources (HR) for the recruitment, orientation, performance review and development of staff.
2. Lead and provide day-to-day supervision of health staff and contractors, including all aspects of HR management. This would include describing work, recruitment, learning and development planning, career planning, coaching, mentoring, sharing of knowledge, capacity building, performance management, etc.
3. Foster a cooperative and collaborative working environment through team activities, personal leadership, and conflict resolution.
4. Manages team performance by setting expectations and regularly reviews performance with staff; acts as coach and mentor to address performance issues; and consults with the Chief Administrative Officer when progressive disciplinary actions are required.
5. Maintains annual contracts for service providers, ensuring all contracts are up-to-date and reviewed annually.
6. Schedules staff for daily, weekly, and monthly routines, provides training and helps troubleshoot difficult tasks or issues.
7. Ensures employee compliance with WLFN policies and procedures.
8. Keeps the Director of Health and Wellness informed of sensitive and important issues and events.

Finance and Reporting

1. Maintain the operational budget of the departments related to Health in consultation with the Director of Health and Wellness, CAO and the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to ensure appropriate financial management of the health centre resources.
2. Maintain a sound awareness of flowthrough agreements/funding agreements and reporting requirements/deadlines pertaining to said funding.
3. Prepares and submits regular activity reports and statistics to appropriate agencies and the community; ensures compliance with reporting requirements.
4. Proactively seek out diverse funding sources to sustain health and wellness programs, including grants and funding opportunities.
5. Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Skills and Abilities

1. Ability to motivate, develop and nurture team members.
2. Ability to maintain accuracy in working with data and complex information.
3. High level of integrity, confidentiality, and accountability.
4. Ability to schedule, budget, and work under pressure.
5. Excellent verbal and written communication skills with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
6. Strong interpersonal skills, very good judgment, and strong initiative.
7. Ability to multi-task, to identify priorities, be creative and maintain a detailed work plan.
8. Ability to recognize opportunities for improvement and efficiency.
9. Operates as part of a team and is flexible about the boundaries and functions of the job.
10. Maintains professionalism in all circumstances.
11. Recognizes and respects all cultural diversity and understands Indigenous culture.
    

Preference will be given to those of Aboriginal Ancestry - per Section 16(1) of the Canadian Human Rights Act.

We thank all those individuals who applied. Given the large number of applicants we receive for our job postings, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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