A PLACE FOR HEALING

The Orca Lelum Youth Wellness Centre offers medically supervised withdrawal support, mental health crisis supports and holistic live-in wellness for youth aged 12-18.

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Welcome

Welcome to Orca Lelum Wellness Centre. We extend a heartfelt invitation to experience a place of profound healing.

We offer medically supervised withdrawal support, mental health crisis supports and holistic live-in wellness for youth aged 12-18. As an Indigenous-led and founded organization, Orca Lelum draws from the strengths of both worlds, weaving mainstream wellness approaches with Indigenous ways of healing to create stronger outcomes.

We are nestled within magnificent Snaw-Naw-As First Nation territory on Vancouver Island, close to the city of Nanaimo and Vancouver, B.C., Canada.

Youth Wellness Centre

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Individualized Wellness Care Plans

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24/7 Medically supervised withdrawal support

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Holistic Healing Approaches

Cultural Wellness Plans

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Mental Health Crisis Supports and Specialized Youth Counselling

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Aftercare Services

Careers at Orca Lelum

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A profound legacy of healing

Our mission is to provide Indigenous-led and medically supported detox and live-in wellness services for youth. We are assembling a dedicated team that weaves the expertise of both worlds in service of our young people and their healing.

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Benefits

Four-Day Work Week: We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we offer a four-day work week, giving you more time to enjoy your passions outside of work.

Competitive Wages and Benefits: We value your contributions and believe in rewarding them appropriately. Comprehensive benefits package includes expanded dental, pension, vision and RRSP matching..

Grounded in Indigenous Knowledge: While we are a new and progressive organization, our roots are firmly grounded in Indigenous knowledge, mental health expertise, and a holistic approach to recovery.

We value the strength that comes from a diverse team and welcome your unique experience.

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General Enquiries

Thank you for reaching out. This email is for general enquiries. A member of our team will get back to you as soon as possible.

For intake and referral requests, please go to our Intake + Referral page.