Regional Mental Wellness Coordinator

Thunderbird Partnership Foundation

. Establish regional representation to strengthen mental wellness capacity of First Nations across Canada .

Posted 10/27/2026full-timeRemote • CanadaJuniorMid-Level💰 CA$88,179 - CA$119,301 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in mental wellness capacity building for First Nations, with strong skills in stakeholder engagement, project coordination, and data governance. Proficient in communication and relationship management, ensuring effective collaboration and support for regional mental wellness initiatives.

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Mental Wellness Capacity BuildingStakeholder EngagementProject CoordinationData GovernanceFirst Nations Cultural Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Public Administration DegreeMental Wellness Needs AssessmentCurriculum DevelopmentCrisis Response PlanningBudget MonitoringReport PreparationWork Plan ImplementationRegional Strategy DevelopmentEvaluation and RecommendationsNetworking and Communication

Soft Skills

Excellent Writing SkillsInterpersonal SkillsOrganizational SkillsTime-Management SkillsPublic Speaking Skills

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeZoomOnline Meeting Platforms

Industry Keywords

First NationsIndigenous OrganizationsNatural HealingMental Wellness ServicesCommunity Engagement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Establish regional representation to strengthen mental wellness capacity of First Nations across Canada
Assess regional mental wellness needs and evaluate and provide ongoing support
Build and maintain professional relationships with regional stakeholders, Thunderbird staff, and First Peoples Wellness Circle staff
Build understanding of First Nations Mental Wellness Continuum implementation efforts nationally and regionally
Support regional stakeholders in increasing mental wellness capacity
Participate in regional mental wellness committees and coordinate regional committees and working groups
Map regional networks and resources supporting First Nations mental wellness services
Engage First Nations entities, networks, and non-profit organizations in curriculum, competencies, evaluation, regional strategies, and crisis response planning
Support research coordination and mental wellness data governance
Evaluate regional needs and make recommendations
Maintain systems maps and a regional stakeholder and partner database
Build relationships and ensure service readiness, quality, and delivery
Promote awareness of Thunderbird Partnership Foundation and First Peoples Wellness Circle
Manage networking, communication, and information sharing among organizations and stakeholders
Align activities with strategic plans, missions, and visions
Contribute to business plan implementation and prepare comprehensive work plans
Assess assigned projects and coordinate them from initiation to completion
Ensure regional activities are implemented on schedule
Coordinate meetings and communicate project progress and changes
Prepare agendas, reports, briefing notes, and related documents for the CEO, Board of Directors, stakeholders, and others
Monitor regional activities against allocated funds and keep expenditures within budget

Requirements

What you’ll need

A master’s or bachelor’s degree in public administration or relevant field of study
Two years of work-related experience with a master’s degree, or 4 years of work-related experience with a bachelor’s degree
Excellent writing skills in English and ability to communicate clearly
Hands-on experience with Microsoft Office
Proficiency using Zoom and other platforms for hosting online meetings and events
Experience working with First Nations or an Indigenous organization
Knowledge of First Nations culture and customs, including natural healing
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, verbal and written
Ability to work collaboratively with internal teams and external stakeholders
Ability to function autonomously with minimal supervision and adapt to change
High level of professionalism and ability to maintain confidentiality
Strong work ethic and commitment to quality
Organizational, time-management, and multitasking skills in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment
Demonstrated success working collaboratively with staff, volunteers, board members, and stakeholders
Public speaking, presentation, community engagement, and networking skills
Ability to build strong working relationships
Means to travel and access worksites not accessible by public transit
Fluency in a First Nations language is considered an asset

Benefits

Comp & perks

Remote position
Full-time employment
Inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environments
Accommodation during the recruitment and selection process