Senior Specialist, Wellness

Description #WorkwithImpact About Us: At Castlemain, we collaborate with communities and organizations to enhance capacity and amplify underrepresented voices. We partner with clients dedicated to addressing historical injustices and fostering better pathways forward. Our approach is culturally sensitive and trauma-informed, inspired by the strong communities and relationships we engage with daily.  To learn more about who we are visit https://www.castlemain.com/ As a Senior Specialist, Wellness you will report to Director, Wellness and lead the integration of culturally responsive and trauma-informed practices into organizational wellness strategies. Drawing on deep lived experience with Indigenous cultural practices, this role co-develops and evaluates wellness programs, mentors wellness staff, and ensures alignment with Indigenous ways of knowing, being, and doing. You will serve as a bridge between leadership, team members, Elders, Knowledge Keepers, and community resources to build a strong culture of wellness and resilience. This is a full-time, permanent position offered on a remote basis. About the Opportunity: Strategic Wellness Leadership Lead the development and evaluation of wellness strategies and programs that integrate Indigenous teachings, trauma-informed practices, and evidence-based approaches, while mentoring wellness staff and advising organizational leadership on culturally responsive wellness policies Design, facilitate, and continuously improve wellness, creative, and peer-connection activities rooted in Indigenous cultural practices, using qualitative and quantitative data to measure outcomes and identify opportunities for innovation Provide one-on-one support and regular check-ins to Claims Helpers and team members, support Elders in Sharing Circles, and promote emotional, cultural, and mental wellness across project teams Program Strategy and Planning Lead or contribute to wellness program development, review, and planning sessions, refining program purposes, structures, and frameworks while tracking activities, engagement, and attendance data to inform continuous improvement Participate in self-reflection and 360° feedback cycles and complete additional tasks as assigned Cultural and Community Engagement Build and maintain meaningful relationships with Elders and Knowledge Keepers, serving as a trusted advisor on Indigenous wellness and cultural practices Ensure all programs uphold confidentiality, ethical standards, and culturally safe practices Operational Excellence Oversee wellness resources, documentation, and outcome reporting while modeling emotional intelligence, resilience, and wellness in all aspects of professional practice About You: You bring 7 plus years of experience in helping or human services roles, ideally within an Indigenous community or organiza tion and: Post-secondary diploma or degree in a related field (social work, counselling, Indigenous studies, health promotion, organizational psychology, etc.) Deep personal connection to and understanding of Indigenous cultures, traditions, and ways of knowing, being, and doing, gained through lived experience Expertise in Indigenous-based mental health, trauma-informed care, and culturally safe wellness practices Demonstrated leadership experience in mentoring, coaching, or overseeing wellness programs Ability to advise organizational leadership on culturally responsive wellness practices Experience facilitating workshops, circles, group sessions, or cultural wellness events Commitment to cultural humility, reconciliation, and continuous learning Successful candidates will be required to complete a Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Check as a condition of employment. Compensation: Starting annual compensation of $70,000 -$80,000 plus rewarding benefits package. The offered compensation will take into account the candidate’s skills, experience, qualifications, location, and internal equity. How to Apply: We invite you to submit your resume and a cover letter to https://www.castlemain.com/about/careers/ At Castlemain, we know not everyone’s experience fits a checklist. If this role interests you and you feel you can contribute, we encourage you to apply. We value curiosity, and the unique perspectives people bring. Castlemain is committed to making our hiring process accessible and supportive. If you need accommodation at any stage of the application or interview process, please let us know. We are happy to work with you to ensure your needs are met. Travel Required No . Qualifications Skills Behaviors : Motivations : Education Experience Licenses & Certifications https://thechangemakers.com/