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JOB POSTINGS

Kw’umut Lelum is a Delegated Aboriginal Agency serving 9 Nations on Vancouver Island. We offer a Four Day Work Week, match Government wages and pension plan, and have an excellent benefits package

We currently have the following open positions:

  • The Youth Support Worker at Orca Lelum plays a vital role in assisting clients with their physical, economic, recreational, social, emotional and daily life skills development. This individual supports clients to achieve the greatest degree of independence and quality of life possible.

    Application deadline: Open until filled

    Job posting available here

    Contact Nikita D’Souza to submit your resume and cover letter

  • Kw’umut Lelum currently has a Canoe Life Coordinator position available on our 4 Seasons of Culture Team. The position requires an individual with a high level of coordination skills and that can work inclusively and respectfully with Indigenous children and youth; through a cultural lens.

    This position works with our 9 Member Nations on Vancouver Island.

    Application deadline:Open until filled

    Job posting available here

    Contact Maria Kerman to submit your resume and cover letter

  • Our Contracted Residential Care Home is seeking a compassionate and dedicated individual to join their team as a Residential Child/Youth Support Worker, specially focused on providing care and support to First Nation youth. This role will involve working closely with young individuals from First Nations communities, ensuring their safety, well-being, and personal development within a residential setting. The successful candidate will play a vital role in creating a nurturing and culturally sensitive environment that promotes growth, healing and empowerment.

    The successful applicant will have:

    • Diploma or degree in Child and Youth Care, Social Work, or a related field (preferred)

    • Previous experience working with First Nation youth, preferably in a residential or group home setting

    • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and establish trusting relationships with the youth

    • Empathy, patience, and the ability to provide trauma-informed care

    • Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a proactive and solution-orientated mindset

    • Flexibility to work shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, as required

    • Valid driver’s license

    For a copy of this posting, please Download PDF

    Closing Date: open until filled

    Please apply by forwarding your resume and cover letter to:

    resumes@howardave.ca

  • The Guardianship/Permanency Social Worker is responsible for recruiting, developing and maintaining a range of resources in which to place children in care, while promoting and ensuring their well-being throughout. This position will prioritize cultural and familial connections for permanency and prepare youth to transition to Post Majority.

    Application deadline: Open until filled

    Job posting available here

    Contact Maria Kerman to submit your resume and cover letter

Career Opportunities

Kw'umut Lelum is a great place to start or grow your career.  

We are always interested in receiving new resumes and letters from interested applicants.  Kw'umut Lelum employs delegated social workers, family support workers, cultural support workers, and program and administrative staff. 

 We have offices in Nanaimo and Duncan, and many positions involve traveling to our Member Nations - which range from Qualicum down to Malahat.

Please feel free to send a letter expressing interest along with a resume to Maria Kerman, Human Resources.