About This Opportunity: INDIGENOUS COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT ADVISOR (Kitimat-Stikine)
Northern Health Authority is currently seeking a INDIGENOUS COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT ADVISOR (Kitimat-Stikine) to join their team in Kitimat-Stikine.
This position offers an excellent opportunity for motivated individuals looking to advance their career.
Education Requirements
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No specific education requirements
Required Experience
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time advice on the application of NH policies, procedures and protocols as needed.
The Advisor maintains active contact with various available indigenous community support services, such as translation or housing, and ensures that discharge pge planning clinicians are aware of, and incorporating, these services for indigenous patients/clients/families.
The Advisor works with various care teams, clinical departments, and administrative service teams to inform and advise on best approaches to ee a safe and respectful service environment for Indigenous, Inuit and Metis community members and their families.
Starting salary will be approximately from $76,111 to $95,138 and will be based on education, training, experience, and salaries of similar positions.
Qualfications Baccalaureate degree in a related discipline plus at least 7 (seven) years of increasingly responsible experience, study and training in the areas of First Nations cultural knowledge, related Indigenous language, mediation, cultural safety, trauma
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informed care, problem solving, and facilitation.
Development of these competencies and skills may come from any combination of education, training and experience such as formal education, practicum experience, study with Elders, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Preference will be given to indigenous candidates for this position.
Skills and Abilities: Ability to engage in positive relationships with others including heath care professionals and community members.
Ability to establish a strong position of respect and trust within the local First Nations and Mtis communities.
Ability to establish a strong position of respect and trust with Northern Health care providers.
Advanced ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
Strong knowledge and understanding of local Indigenous history and culture, and also other Canadian First Nations, Inuit and Mtis peoples.
Ability to understand and convey to others culturally safe care that is based on understanding how differences in heritage and cultural background can impact a patient''s response to an illness experience and their contact with the health care system.
Ability to prioritize and organize the daily and weekly workload.
Ability to operating related computer/communication hardware and software.
Physical ability to carry out the duties of position.
Where you will be working: Facility: Additional details about this facilitys programs and care environment can be found through Community: Information about living, working, and thriving in the area is available through Kitimat is excited to introduce a new Healthcare Recruitment and Retention Incentive offered through the District of Kitimats municipal office.
This initiative is designed to support and attract healthcare professionals who want to build their careers in a vibrant, welcoming community.
Discover everything this incentive has to offer by visiting their information page: More about Northern Health Northern Health covers nearly 600,000 square kilometers, delivering health services to more than two dozen communities and 55 First Nations communities across the region.
We provide both hospital and community
Position Details
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Location: Kitimat-Stikine
Key Responsibilities
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Effectively perform assigned job duties
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Maintain safety and cleanliness in the workplace
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Work effectively with team members
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Follow company policies and procedures
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Perform tasks according to quality standards
Qualifications
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Reliability and punctuality
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Ability to work independently and in a team
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Strong work ethic and positive attitude
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Ability to follow instructions
Why Join Northern Health Authority?Northern Health Authority offers a supportive work environment in Kitimat-Stikine, where employees can grow and develop their skills. This INDIGENOUS COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT ADVISOR (Kitimat-Stikine) position provides the opportunity to work with a dedicated team and contribute to meaningful work.
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