Job Title: Assistant Director of Health and Wellness
Location of Position: Stephenville, NL
Hours of Work: Monday to Friday, 35 hours per week
Rate of Pay: Under Review
Job Description: The Assistant Director of Health and Wellness provides strategic leadership and operational support to ensure the effective delivery of culturally relevant, community-driven health services for Qalipu First Nation. Working closely with the Director, this role oversees programs across six key areas: Culture & Community Outreach, Child Youth and Family Services, Housing, Jordan’s Principle, Mental Wellness, and Non-Insured Health Benefits.
The Assistant Director encourages, coaches, manages, and supervises designated staff, ensuring effective team development and performance. The role involves actively contributing to the organization's strategic planning, helping to shape and achieve long-term goals. The Assistant Director will provide support and have functional knowledge of financial management, managerial accounting, and knowledge of all divisions of the Health and Wellness Department. The Assistant Director also ensures compliance with all regulatory and funding requirements, maintaining high standards of integrity and accountability.
Responsibilities:
Provide day-to-day management and supervision of assigned staff and program areas, ensure efficient and effective operations in accordance with QFN’s policies and relevant regulations
Report human resource issues to the Dept Director and provide support as needed to the Director of Health and Wellness and or Human Resources Manager
Serve as a member of the management team, supporting the Director in departmental strategic planning, policy development, and implementation of health and wellness initiatives
Integrate Mi’kmaw culture, language, history, and traditions into all programs and services, ensuring they reflect and respect the unique heritage of the community where appropriate
Support continuous quality improvement by monitoring program outcomes, collect and analyze data, and recommend enhancements
Address issues and challenges through critical thinking and independent problem-solving skills
Provide financial management of multiple budgets, funding agreements, and resource allocations
Participate in proposal development, grant writing, and advocacy for additional resources and services
Supervise, mentor, and evaluate assigned staff, fostering a positive, inclusive, and high-performing team culture
Build and maintain productive relationships with internal and external partners, including other First Nations, governmental agencies, and community organizations
Serve as a key liaison to the community, representing Qalipu at public events, building relationships and gathering input to inform program development through networking and community engagement
Promote accessibility of services and the integration of traditional and culturally appropriate practices
Ensure all programs comply with applicable legislation, including the Canadian Privacy Act and PIPEDA, and follow QFN’s privacy and data management protocols
Support, Qalipu’s Electronic Records Management System, Quality Management Standards, Protocols, and other policies
Support the development, review, and update of policies and procedures to improve organizational effectiveness, ensuring compliance and supporting innovation
Prepare and contribute to reports for the Director, Band Manager, Chief, Council, and funders
Perform other related duties as assigned
Qualifications:
Education: Completion of a degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Commerce, Health Administration, Community Leadership, Human Resource Management, Leadership or a related field from an accredited university or college.
Experience: A minimum of five (5) years of experience managing a relevant interdisciplinary team, with at least two (2) years managing the finances. Demonstrated experience in project and service development, management and quality management. Experience in working with the Indigenous population and navigating interdepartmental/government systems.
Working Conditions: This position is office based. The duties are predominantly met during regular business hours. Some overtime work and travel will be required at specific times throughout the year.
Full-time Employee Benefits:
Annual Leave: FT employees - Three weeks per year.
Statutory and Non-Statutory Holidays: Employees are entitled to 13 days off to cover Statutory and Non-statutory holidays per year.
Summer Office Hours: Office hours during the summer months are from 8:30 am to 4:00 pm Monday to Thursday, Friday 8:30 am to 12:30 pm. The schedule starts the later part of April and continues until the last week of September.
Christmas Break: The office closes down during the Christmas break; this is an added bonus that employees are entitled to.
FT Employee Benefits: Option to enrol in C of C – Employee Benefits Plan.
Registered Pension Plan: QFN has a pension plan, FT employees contribute from 4 to 8%, employee contributions are matched by the Band.
FT Sick and Family Medical: Full Time Employees are entitled to 12 paid sick/family medical days per year.
Health Benefit: The Assistant Director is entitled to a $500. credit that can be used towards health benefits or other health related purchases.
Under 2 hours Medical Appointment: Employees may attend an appointment of less than 2 hours with no deductions to Sick and Family Medical.
Discretionary Bereavement: One day off per year for the death of a relative not included as immediate family, a close friend or neighbour.
Volunteer Program: Employees may volunteer outside of the organization up to 21 hours per year.
Apply: If you are interested in this position, please apply online with resume, covering letter, and three professional references to: https://qalipu.bamboohr.com/jobs/ with subject line: “Assistant Director of Health and Wellness”. Submissions are to be submitted to:
Mrs. Janet McAuley, Human Resources Manager
Qalipu Mi’kmaq First Nation
3 Church Street
Corner Brook, NL A2H 2Z4
Deadline date for receipt of Cover Letter and Resume: June 30th, 2025
Please note: The following documents are required: Diplomas/certificates for Post-Secondary Education and Training, a Code of Conduct, and a Vulnerable Sector Query is to be obtained from your local police dept.
The successful applicant must have a valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle.
QFN is an equal opportunity employer, in situations where candidates have equal credentials, preference will be given to Aboriginal candidates. If you are a member of Qalipu First Nation, please indicate it in your cover letter.
