Community Coordinator, Crisis Response
First Nations Health Authority
FNHA Overview
The First Nations Health Authority is a diverse and transformational health organization of professional, innovative, and dedicated team members and leaders.
The first of its kind in Canada, FNHA works as a health-and-wellness partner with BC First Nations to support self-determination and decision-making to improve health outcomes.
The First Nations Health Authority is committed to respecting diversity within our workforce. Preference will be given to individuals who identify as First Nations from a Nation located on Vancouver Island or the surrounding areas. All interested First Nations, Inuit or Métis individuals are encouraged to apply. The First Nations Health Authority has a mandate to increase First Nations representation in the workforce. Applicant skills, perspectives and lived experience may be matched for this role, or other opportunities within the FNHA.
FNHA is proud to have been named one of BC’s Top Employers for 2026. Learn more about why we were selected here .
Title: Community Coordinator, Crisis Response
Salary: $68,263 - $85,328 - $93,861 per year (pay range explained below)
Contract: Permanent
Hours: 37.5 hours (core hours 9am-3pm Mon-Fri)
Location: Port Alberni, BC, located on the ancestral territories of the Tseshaht Nation – Onsite – Travel throughout Nuu-Chah-Nulth tribal territory is required.
About The Role
As a Community Coordinator, Crisis Response, you’ll be at the forefront of providing crucial support to communities during crisis situations. Working closely with our Regional Manager, Health Emergency Management, you’ll have the opportunity to travel to various communities, offering debriefing and mentorship to local crisis response teams.
About You
To be successful in this role you will have/be –
Education and Occupational Certifications
- A relevant diploma relating to First Nations, mental health and wellness, or social work.
- A Bachelor’s Degree in relevant fields, professional certifications in Microsoft Office, training in supportive and debriefing models (e.g. Critical Incident Stress Management, ASIST & SafeTALK Trainer Certifications, First Responder, Restorative Justice Circle), and/or other trainings relevant to the role are assets.
Experience
- Minimum 1-2 years of experience is required.
- Experience in providing trauma-informed support, including debriefing after critical incidents and guiding individuals through grief processing.
- Skilled in supporting First Nations communities in the areas of mental health, addictions, and traditional wellness practices.
- Experience in facilitating workshops and groups is an asset.
Knowledge
- Knowledge of First Nations communities and familiarity with holistic healing practices, including the cultural, social, and historical contexts that shape wellness approaches.
- Understanding of program areas related to mental wellness, including ethical considerations and client confidentiality in providing emotional or holistic support.
- Awareness of the British Columbia Emergency Management System (BCEMS) and its relevance in supporting community response efforts.
Competencies
- Demonstrates strong self-care practices and the ability to maintain a personal wellness plan while supporting others.
- Able to deliver cultural wellness interventions (e.g., Circle work, ceremonial cleansing, cultural grounding) and physically able to meet the demands of the role, including frequent travel within the service area.
Please refer to Job Specification section of the Job Description for more details.
Working at FNHA
As a member of the team, you will have access to a wide range of employee benefits, including:
- Municipal Pension plan with an employer contribution of 9.31% (after 3 months)
- 3 weeks’ vacation, which increases with service to 4 weeks, plus 5 personal days, 1 volunteer day, and 14 public holidays including National Indigenous People’s Day, National Day of Truth and Reconciliation, Easter Monday and Boxing Day
- Access to group health benefits and a Health Care Spending Account through Canada Life on day 1 of employment
- And more!
Leading with culture, all FNHA employees complete San’yas Indigenous Cultural Safety Training. We support our family to be leaders in wellness and all staff members develop a yearly wellness plan as part of their performance partnership and goal-setting.
The Pay Range is the minimum and maximum annual salary based on full time equivalent hours.
Incumbents are typically hired, transferred or promoted between the minimum and midpoint of the range based on their knowledge, skills, abilities and experience in relation to the role requirements.
The top 10% of the pay range is for the incumbents who are industry experts in the job with the combination of exceptional experience and competencies needed to perform all duties and responsibilities at a superior capability level. Internal employee compensation will be determined as per the FNHA Employee Total Compensation Policy.
How To Apply
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Closing date: Open Until Filled
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