Indigenous Care Liaison

• Classification: Indigenous Care Liaison
• Union: COV HSAA PROF TECH
• Unit and Program: Grey Nuns Community Hospital
• Primary Location: Grey Nuns Community Hospital
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 1.00
• Posting End Date: 28-MAR-2024
• Employee Class: Regular Full Time
• Date Available: 08-APR-2024
• Hours per Shift: 7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks: 2
• Shifts per cycle: 10
• Shift Pattern: Days
• Days Off: As Per Rotation
• Minimum Salary: $32.76
• Maximum Salary: $43.50
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

Required Qualifications: Diploma in humanities, social science, or clinical discipline.

3-5 years lived experience: traditional Indigenous knowledge and earned understanding about Indigenous cultural beliefs, values, customs, traditions, healing ways, ceremonies, traditional medicine, protocols. Demonstrated ability to work in a multi-cultural environment and understanding of the needs of patients from First Nations, Metis or Inuit settlements and community resources. Guided ongoing development with Traditional Elders over the course of many years. Learning about Indigenous cultural identity that is recognized by other Indigenous people and is respectful in a health care environment. Knowledge of how to respond to diverse cultural needs of a wide variety of Indigenous people. Knowledge about the effects of colonization and residential schools, including intergenerational trauma. Openness to continually learning and professional development. Knowledge of and comfort with computer applications such as Microsoft Office. Must demonstrate excellent critical thinking skills and have strong problem solving abilities. Must remain current regarding service options available including detailed knowledge of Indigenous Communities.

Degree in humanities, social sciences, or clinical professional. 3-5 years’ experience in healthcare; if part of a registered profession registration in good standing with applicable governing body. Experience in conflict resolution. Experience in community development. Commitment to working as part of a collaborative care team. Excellent interpersonal skills. Broad knowledge of federal, provincial, regional and local community resources.