Employment

The Nenqayni Wellness Centre (www.nenqayni.com) is a Residential Alcohol and Drug Treatment Centre, funded by First Nations Health Authority, providing holistic healing to First Nations and Inuit youth, families and communities in a safe and secure environment. Nenqayni is located approximately twenty one kilometers north of Williams Lake on a secluded section (the old ski hill) of the Soda Creek Reserve (Xat’sull First Nation). 

Nenqayni welcomes unsolicited applications or enquires regarding employment and career opportunities, particularly from recent graduates of relevant Post-Secondary Education (see requirements below).

Our clinical staff positions include three levels of Counseling staff – from Entry Level Coaching positions to Senior Counselors delivering the Treatment Program, including one-on-one and group therapy and confidential file management.

Our support staff positions include Administration, Finance, Maintenance, Custodial and Nutrition Services. Nenqayni offers a non-smoking environment.

All resumes submitted require a cover letter and 3 references.

Contact information:
Address P.O. Box 2529, Williams Lake, BC, V2G 4P2
Ph: (250) 989-0301  Toll Free: 1-888-688-4245
Fax: (250) 989-0307
Email: sduffy@nenqayni.com

Job Opportunities

Watch this space for employment opportunity postings!

APPLICATION PROCESS: Please send cover letter and three (3) work related references,  Drivers Abstract and any relevant certificates to Nenqayni Wellness Centre PO Box 2529 Williams Lake, BC V2G 4P2 or fax 250-989-0301 or email sduffy@nenqayni.com

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Custodian (Night Support) – Casual Positions Available

Are you a night owl and enjoy working with a team then this job might be for you!

Responsible for monitoring safety of clients and cleaning duties of several buildings as a team of 3 per night. Will be trained to answer phone, deal directly with youth or adults in treatment program. Must be aware of Child Protection Act. Follow Nenqayni policy and make shift reports. Must be able to operate floor polishing machine, lift garbage containers up to 20lbs and move furniture with assistance.

Requirements:

  • Experience with cleaning and or working in a residential facility
  • Must have experience working with First Nations
  • Experience working with adult and youth addictions
  • Drivers abstract
  • Current class 5 (willing to get class 4 within 3 months)
  • Provide three (3) work references
  • Reliable transportation to and from Nenqayni
  • Assessment and communication skills
  • Work well with a team
  • Some computer skills

Details: Shifts are 10:00pm – 8:30am 10.5 hours paid. Starting wage is based on education and experience considered. $21.00/hr. or better. An additional $1.00 increase for Class 4 drivers License. Paid training provided for job duties.

Preferably, the successful candidate will be of Indigenous descent. All are required to submit a criminal record check, this is done by the organization online.

Deadline: Open until filled

 

 Family Alcohol & Drug Program Counsellor Part Time

Hours: Tuesday through Thursday weekly 9:00am -5:00pm with the possibility to work full-time.

Wage: $37-$40

Qualified Applicant:

  • Able to work independently as well as part of a team
  • Have demonstrated experience counselling primarily adult with some youth addictions capabilities
  • Able to deliver a variety of workshops using trauma informed and cognitive behavior therapy techniques
  • Guide one on one counselling
  • Relevant post-secondary education with equivalent combination of education and experience is required
  • A benefit would be having knowledge of Indigenous culture and comfortable with all aspects
  • Able to work with a variety of people such as single moms, couples, men’s programs.

Additional Requirements:

  • Criminal Record Check for the Vulnerable Sector – Nenqayni will submit
  • Driver’s Abstract
  • Excellent written communication and computer skills
  • Interpersonal awareness
  • Excellent oral communication
  • Client focus
  • Commitment to ongoing education/learning

Preferably, the successful candidate will be of Indigenous descent and have a Class 4 Driver’s License or be willing to get one within the 3 months.  Reliable transportation to and from Nenqayni Wellness Centre is required.

The Centre operates a smoke-free facility.

Open until filled

Please provide a resume, 3 work references and a Driver’s Abstract to:

Sharon Duffy, Human Resources Manager, sduffy@nenqayni.com 

The Criminal Record Check will be processed if successful  to schedule an interview

Addictions Treatment Youth Program Counselor Full Time

The Nenqayni Wellness Centre (www.nenqayni.com) is a residential alcohol and drug treatment center, funded by First Nations Health Authority, providing holistic healing to First Nations and Inuit youth, families and communities in a safe and secure environment.

Tuesday through Saturday 9:00am -5:00pm

We are looking for enthusiastic individuals who are passionate about holistic well-being, providing experienced counselling and who look forward to being a part of transformational healing!

It is an asset if you have any of the following skills/knowledge: Having cultural skills and teachings, on the land knowledge, have knowledge of First Nation’s culture and history, have been dedicated to your own personal growth and well-being, trauma-informed knowledge/skills, mental health training, emotional intelligence training, leadership and communication skills working with adolescents.

Preference given to applicants of First Nation descent and comfortable working with female only program.

Applicants MUST have:

  • Counselling qualifications and experience working in addictions
  • Strong communication skills
  • Ability to participate in and lead case management
  • Group workshop facilitation skills
  • Knowledge of residential schools/Indian day schools impact
  • Understanding of intergenerational trauma
  • Tools such as Medicine Wheel teachings
  • Crisis Prevention Intervention Training *or willing to obtain
  • Cultural Safety Training* or willing to obtain
  • Willing to participate in hands on cultural activities i.e. Sweats, drumming
  • Mental Health Awareness
  • Reliable vehicle with Class 5 Drivers License & willing to obtain Class 4 within 3 months.

Wage: $37-$40 depending on education and experience

Please provide a resume, 3 work references and a Driver’s Abstract to:

Sharon Duffy, Human Resources Manager, sduffy@nenqayni.com 

The Criminal Record Check will be processed if successful  to schedule an interview

Deadline for resume: Open until filled  

 

See application process above.

Providing Information

Intake Coordinators travel to workshops and special events to share information on Nenqayni Wellness Centre.

If you have an event planned that you would like us to attend please let us know. We appreciate as much advance notice as possible. Please allow at least 3 weeks notice for booking arrangements.

Please see our Contact Profiles page to book with an Intake Coordinator.

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