POSITION TREATMENT DIRECTOR
POSTING DATE January 9, 2026
DEPARTMENT Treatment
DEADLINE Open Until filled
SALARY RANGE Negotiable, pending on qualifications and experience
START DATE A.S.A.P.
JOB LOCATION Nelson House, MB
WORKING HOURS Monday to Friday – 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Treatment Director is a key lead at Nelson House Medicine Lodge, responsible for managing the eight-week Residential Treatment Program. This role combines clinical oversight and administrative leadership to ensure culturally safe, trauma-informed, and gender-informed care. The Treatment Director mentors treatment staff, upholds accreditation standards, and promotes a healing environment rooted in Indigenous values. Strong leadership, cultural awareness, and the ability to prevent vicarious trauma among Treatment staff are essential.
The Nelson House Medicine Lodge works with adults with high levels of mental health and substance use disorders who may have been exposed to significant serious or long-lasting trauma. Applicants should be aware of the inherent risks of working with this at-risk population we serve as well as other risks that may occur with new admissions.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Oversee the delivery of the eight-week residential treatment program, ensuring alignment with best practices, accreditation standards, and the Lodge’s Vision, Mission, and Values.
- Provide leadership and mentorship to treatment staff, including orientation, performance evaluations, and ongoing professional development.
- Facilitate effective communication and teamwork through regular meetings, correspondence, and collaborative planning.
- Manage clinical operations, including case reviews, treatment plan approvals, and bi-weekly case conferences to support individualized care for Relatives in Recovery.
- Monitor program outcomes, maintain accurate documentation, and ensure compliance with reporting requirements (e.g., AMIS system).
- Collaborate with Intake & Aftercare Specialist to maintain bed utilization targets and manage admissions and waitlists.
- Build and maintain positive relationships with NCN leadership, community stakeholders, and partners.
- Participate in recruitment, accreditation processes, strategic planning, and community needs assessments.
- Promote a trauma-informed, gender-informed, and culturally safe environment that integrates traditional Indigenous practices into healing plans.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Degree or diploma in Social Sciences from a recognized post-secondary institution.
- Minimum of three (3) years of management experience in a health or treatment setting.
(A suitable combination of education, training, and experience may be considered.) - Strong leadership skills, consistent work ethic, and ability to maintain confidentiality.
- An understanding of, and respect for, Indigenous culture as the foundation for recovery and the ability to speak an Indigenous language is an asset.
- Clear Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Persons Check (required prior to hire).
- Must sign an Oath of Confidentiality before employment.
People selected for this position must be an abstainer of alcohol, marijuana & illegal drug use for at least of three (3) years. An understanding of the Indigenous culture & the ability to speak Cree language is an asset.
SUPERVISOR:
Executive Director
BENEFITS:
After a successful 6-month probationary period, employees are eligible for the NHML’s comprehensive benefits package that includes dental and vision care, disability insurance and life insurance; Two-bedroom units available for rent on NHML property; Opportunities for training and participating in Indigenous practices that aid in the healing of program participants; Commuter vehicle for those who reside in Thompson; Moving allowance for those relocating to Nelson House.
TO APPLY:
Send cover letter, resume, Adult Abuse and Criminal Records Checks to:
Email: [email protected]
Phone (204) 484-2256
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We thank all those that apply, but only those selected for interviews will be contacted.
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