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Advisor, Employee Wellness
@ Island Health
Overview
Island Health is hiring a temporary Advisor, Employee Wellness to promote and plan wellness initiatives, Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) resources, and support leaders in embedding well-being into daily practice. The role involves designing wellness education, analyzing data and reporting, and includes possible travel with a personal vehicle. A bachelor's degree in a health-related field, 3 to 5 years of related experience, and a Class 5 BC driver's licence are required.
Responsibilities:
- Plan and promote wellness initiatives across Island Health
- Provide EFAP resources and support
- Advise leaders on embedding well-being in practice
- Design wellness education and group learning
- Analyze data and prepare reports and recommendations
Requirements summary:
- Bachelor's degree in a health-related field
- 3 to 5 years of related experience in a rehabilitation setting
- Valid Class 5 BC driver's licence
- Strong verbal and written communication
- Proficiency in MS Office and HR data systems
Tools & skills
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-11-10
- First seen by our source
- 2026-11-11
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-11
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Human resources |
| Experience | 3+ years |
| Travel | ground: moderate |
| Work setting | Office, Client sites |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Driver’s licence | required, own vehicle |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree (required) |
| Fields of study | Occupational therapy, Physical therapy, Social work, Nursing, Psychology |
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Island Health
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Company size | 10001+ |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 1,285 |
Job Description
In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health), patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.
Reporting to the Manager or designate, the Advisor, Employee Wellness plays a key role in fostering a culture of health and well-being across Island Health. This position focuses on promoting and planning wellness initiatives, Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP) resources, and strategic support for leaders to embed well-being into everyday practice.
Travel may be a requirement of this position. Transportation arrangements must meet the operational requirements of Island Health in accordance with the service assignment and may require the use of a personal vehicle.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education, Training And Experience
Bachelor's degree in a health-related field such as, but not limited to, OT, PT, Social Work, Nursing or Psychology; plus, three (3) to five (5) years' recent related experience in a rehabilitation setting or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Valid Class 5 BC Driver's License.
Skills And Abilities
- Ability to design and facilitate wellness education, self-care initiatives, and group learning experiences.
- Ability to think systemically and contribute to the development, evaluation, and continuous improvement of wellness programs.
- Ability to analyze and interpret data and prepare meaningful reports and recommendations.
- Ability to maintain clear role boundaries, providing support, education, and navigation without delivering clinical or therapeutic care.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding personnel and health and safety matters.
- Demonstrated ability to utilize applicable computer software such as MS Office and HR data management systems.
- Ability to work independently, multi-task, use initiative, and apply creativity when problem solving.
- Ability to communicate effectively in both verbal and written form.
- Ability to interact with others effectively, often in highly charged emotional states.
- Ability to use facilitation, negotiation and diffusing skills.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with all levels of staff, unions, and other internal and external clients.
- Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
Link to Full Job Description
https://jd.viha.ca/JD6215.pdfJournal
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