The NWSM is hiring for a Healing Retreat Coordinator (Seasonal)

Position: Healing Retreat Coordinator
Retreat Dates: July 12–17, 2026
Location: Native Women’s Shelter of Montreal

Salary & Compensation:

• 1,250$ (includes up to 50 hours of prep work)
• Reimbursement for gas mileage with log
• Additional honorarium for retreat week (TBD)

Role Overview:

The Healing Retreat Coordinator will plan and run a culturally appropriate 5-day retreat for women and children. Responsibilities include liaising with the Healing Retreat Committee, recruiting facilitators, coordinating activities, ensuring participants’ well-being, and reporting to the Executive Director.

Key Responsibilities:

• Preparation: Recruit Elders/facilitators, organize materials, schedule Shelter visits, coordinate dietary needs, plan children’s programming, create surveys, attend bi-weekly meetings, and remain within budget.
• During Retreat: Welcome participants, facilitate activities and daily meetings, support clients’ engagement, ensure safety, coordinate meals and chores, and oversee final survey completion.
• Post-Retreat: Submit a final report within one week.

Requirements:

• CPR training (cost covered if needed)
• Ability to coordinate with multiple staff and volunteers

Application:

Send cover letter, CV, and two reference letters to contactus@nwsm.info

Indigenous candidates are encouraged to apply.

Contact for Questions:

Program Coordinator: nwsmprogramming@gmail.com

Child Care Coordinator: billy.nwsm@gmail.com

Executive Assistant: executiveassistantnwsm@gmail.com