Administrative jobs in North Bay, ON

Area/Department: Special Projects

Reports to: Program Manager of Special Projects

Supervisory Responsibility: No

Employment Status: Term Full time - with possibility of extension

Location: Hybrid (Canada)

Salary Range: $72,000

The First Peoples Wellness Circle (FPWC) is an Indigenous-led national not-for-profit dedicated to enhancing the lives of Canada’s First Peoples by addressing healing, wellness, and mental wellness barriers. The organization’s purpose is to walk with and support First Peoples and communities to share collective intelligence for healing, peace-making, and living a good life. FPWC’s approach is centered on promoting wellness pathways based on traditional knowledge and culture that supports healing and wellness and fosters a two-eyed seeing approach. FPWC envisions a nation where our First Peoples experience wholistic health and wellness by championing diverse cultural values, beliefs, and practices.

We are currently seeking three (3) qualified candidates for the position of Implementation Coach. This is a term, full-time (37.5 hours per week) position until March 2028 located in the Hamilton-Brantford, North Bay-Parry Sound and Thunder Bay regions. Our head office is in North Bay, Ontario. This is a hybrid, work-from-home position with travel expected within the region. Individuals from Ontario will be given preference.

Under the direction and supervision of the Special Projects Program Manager, the Implementation Coach is responsible for providing culturally responsive implementation coaching to school staff within assigned Provincial and First Nation schools in Ontario. The Implementation Coach will offer coaching and support using established protocols, benchmarks, and expectations, grounded in strong collaborative relationships with school teams, mental health leaders, Indigenous youth and their families. Through this partnership‑based approach, the Implementation Coach will help schools implement practices that are healing-centered, culture based, culturally safe, and responsive to the strengths and needs of Indigenous students and their families.

Main responsibilities:

• Support participating schools in effectively implementing practices by offering guidance, capacity-building and ongoing support to school staff throughout the implementation process.
• Facilitate capacity-building with educators and school staff through coaching, modeling, mentoring, and reflective practice.
• Build collaborative relationships with school teams, mental health leaders, Indigenous youth and their families to guide implementation.
• Support schools in adopting healing-centered, culturally safe, and strengths-based practices in school mental health.
• Engage Elders, Knowledge Keepers, and community partners in implementation activities that promote culturally relevant approaches in school mental health.
• Contribute to safe, inclusive learning environments that honor Indigenous identities and ways of knowing.
• Assist schools in developing action plans, monitoring progress, and adjusting strategies.
• Ensure high-quality implementation support through documentation, reporting, and participation in team learning.
• Participate in project consultations to analyze learning needs and customize training materials.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts to design and refine learning content grounded in adult learning principles.
• Provide advice on delivery modalities, instructional design, and resource development.
• Model healing-centered and culturally safe practices during coaching sessions.
• Provide guidance on creating safe, inclusive learning environments for Indigenous students and families through reflective practice and mentoring conversations with educators.
• Document coaching activities, progress, and outcomes according to reporting requirements.
• Uphold ethical, relational, and culturally respectful practices in all interactions.
• Attend team meetings, training sessions, and professional development opportunities.
• Contribute to maintaining and improving the master content database, identifying key learning points and opportunities to enhance resource quality.

What you will need to be successful:

• Deep understanding of school mental health research and practice
• Knowledge of and ability to apply and uplift mental wellness approaches for First Nation, Inuit, and Metis students
• Deep understanding and ability to work from the cultural knowledge of the territories surrounding the designated sites for the project
• Excellent at building and maintaining deep, trusting relationships with school personnel, family, Indigenous youth and community partners.
• Demonstrated knowledge of adult learning principles.
• Demonstrated knowledge of implementation science and associated methodologies.
• Demonstrated ability to assess needs, set actionable goals, monitor progress and model effective strategies.
• Highly effective at supporting accountability and fostering shared ownership.
• Highly skilled at managing interpersonal relationships, challenging situations and solution focused dialogues.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively with multiple partners or stakeholders
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to provide clear feedback
• Excellent time management, organizational and administrative skills.
• Demonstrated effectiveness at problem-solving, decision making and ability to work independently
• Proficient computer experience in Microsoft Office applications including MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, and Outlook.
• Ability to work flexible hours and willing to travel.
• Knowledge or use of an Indigenous language and/or bilingualism (French/English) considered an asset.

Qualifications

• Post Secondary degree in Education, Social Work, Psychology, Indigenous Studies, or a related helping field.
• At least five (5) years’ experience working in school settings.
• Two (2) or more years’ experience with implementation science and methodologies.
• Experience in community mental health and/or youth serving environments.
• Experience supporting staff or teams through coaching, mentoring, or capacity building, particularly in a school setting.
• Experience working in a First Nation community or with Indigenous groups.
• Experience working with multiple partners and stakeholders.

Working Environment:

• These positions are fully remote, work from home role.
• Access to reliable internet and private office space to work is required.
• Travel throughout the territory in the designated project site.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary, with full benefits and pension plan
• A generous Paid Time Off package
• Remote work stipend
• Work with a team of supportive and caring professionals, committed to improving mental wellness of Indigenous communities

Qualified applicants are invited to submit a cover letter clearly demonstrating how they meet the criteria, along with a current resume and three (3) work-related references. While First Peoples Wellness Circle (FPWC) appreciates all applications, only those who live in Ontario and meet the qualifications will be contacted for an interview. FPWC gives preference to Indigenous applicants for any employment opportunities as per Section 24(1)(a) OHRC. Please self-identify if you are of Indigenous ancestry.

Deadline: Applications will be received until the position is filled.

Please submit application to: steffi@tullochconsulting.ca

Subject Header: FPWC Implementation Coach

Pay: $72,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Paid time off
• Vision care

Work Location: Hybrid remote in North Bay, ON