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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 Assistant Community Prevention Manager will provide support to the Community Prevention Manager in planning and executing operational strategies and programs aimed at achieving wellness and safety within the communities. The role involves assisting in budget forecasting, system development, program coordination, staff management, and contract support. Additionally, this position will be responsible for assisting in the supervision and training of staff, ensuring program effectiveness through evaluation and reporting, and supporting strategic decision-making. The Assistant Community Prevention Manager will also collaborate with community partners and stakeholders to build effective partnerships that drive community-based prevention initiatives.

    Application deadline: Friday, May 23rd @ 4pm

    Job posting available here

    Contact Maria Kerman to submit your resume and cover letter

  • Kw’umut Lelum is currently seeking a Child Safety Social Worker who is skilled at working inclusively and respectfully with Indigenous children and families through a cultural lens.

    Application deadline: Open until filled

    Job posting available here

    Contact Maria Kerman to submit your resume and cover letter

  • The Wellness Lead is a key leadership role at Orca Lelum, responsible for overseeing the development, coordination, and delivery of all wellness-related programming. This includes direct supervision of the Wellness Coordinators and Cultural Coordinators, and ensuring that all services reflect Indigenous knowledge systems, cultural safety, and holistic care. The Wellness Lead works in close collaboration with the Indigenous Leadership Table, clinical and therapeutic teams, and cultural knowledge holders to ensure that young spirits are supported in their healing journey—spiritually, mentally, emotionally, and physically.

    Application deadline: open until filled

    Job posting available here

    Contact careers@orcalelum.ca 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

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.