Land- Healing Support Worker

Are you passionate about supporting Indigenous Peoples through culture, connection tothe land, and holistic healing? The Aboriginal Coalition to End Homelessness Society (ACEH) is seeking a Land-Based Healing Coordinator to support the planning, coordination, and delivery of culturally grounded land-based healing programs and community events for Indigenous Family Members experiencing homelessness and other complex barriers.

The Aboriginal Coalition to End Homelessness (ACEH) has a vision tolead long-term, systemic change to better meet the needs of our people living away from home and experiencing homelessness. Our work is centered on thevoices of Indigenous peoples who have shared their immediate needs, lived experiences, and perspectives on solutions.

Through research and experience, we have learned that a culturally-supportive model ofcare is key, and strategies that include cultural supports provide better outcomes in terms of transitioning and sustaining housing for Indigenous people experiencing homelessness. Our goal is to build a culturally safe community and provide opportunities for reconnection to family and ancestral lands, culture,and tradition, to strengthen Indigenous identity and purpose.

Our way is to care for all our people, from the youngest to the oldest. We are all one. Some of our people living away fromhome are suffering, isolated and homeless. We stand together to end homelessness.

This position is open to all applicants. Preference will be given to qualified candidates with Indigenous ancestry. The ACEH values strength in diversity. As an inclusive employer that celebrates the gifts of all its employees, we encourage members of the 2

SLGBTQQIA+community to apply.

Position Type: Full-Time

Location: Victoria, BC (travel throughout Greater Victoria and surrounding areasis required)

Start Date: Conditional on receiving a clearance letter through the Criminal Records Review Program.

Compensation: $28.35 per hour.

Union Dues: This position is included in the bargaining unit and requires union membership. For all hours worked at unionized sites, a deduction of 1.85% for uniondues will be deducted in accordance with the Collective Agreement.

• Employer-matched RRSP (up to 5%)
• 3 weeks (15 days) paid vacation annually (6% accrual, pro-rated forpart-time)
• 5 paid sick days per year
• Additional sick leave accrued at 1 day per month
• 3 unpaid personal days per year

• Coordinate and support all aspects of ACEH's Land-Based Healing camps and cultural programming, including planning, logistics, participant recruitment, scheduling, transportation, accommodations, meals, equipment, and supplies.
• Build respectful, culturally supportive relationships with Indigenous Family Members participating in Land-Based Healing programming and provide ongoing outreach before and after camps.
• Coordinate participant intakes, pre-camp assessments, and care planning in collaboration with the Registered Nurse and Land-Based Healing Manager.
• Attend day camps, overnight camps, and cultural events while providing support, wellness monitoring, and responding appropriately to emergencies.
• Transport Family Members to and from Land-Based Healing camps and community events using ACEH vehicles.
• Support camp operations including shopping, meal planning, packing, camp set-up, cooking, inventory management, camp take-down, and replacement of equipment and supplies.
• Facilitate ongoing participant check-ins, debrief talking circles, and follow-up supports following Land-Based Healing activities.
• Support cultural programming, community gatherings, and gardening initiatives at ACEH housing sites, including House of Courage, SPAKEN House, Youth House, and Sacred Cradle House.
• Maintain accurate participant documentation, care plans, case notes, and program records within the Case Management Administration System (CAMS).
• Coordinate administrative functions including event calendars, SharePoint resources, invitations, promotional materials, email communications, and reporting requirements.
• Collaborate with internal programs, Elders, Cultural Mentors, healthcare professionals, and community partners to…