Advisor

• Classification: Advisor
• Union: Exempt
• Department: Awasisak Indigenous Health Prg
• Primary Location: Stollery Children's Hospital
• Negotiable Location: Within Edmonton Zone
• Temporary Employee Class: Temp F/T Benefits
• FTE: 1.00
• Posting End Date: 27-OCT-2021
• Date Available: 06-NOV-2021
• Temporary End Date: 30-JUN-2022
• Hours per Shift: 7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks: 2
• Shifts per cycle: 5
• Shift Pattern: Days
• Days Off: Other
• Minimum Salary: $28.20
• Maximum Salary: $48.45
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

Experience working with Indigenous children, youth and their families. Experience facilitating group training. Experience executing a program or project with multiple interdependent partners. Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external partners in a respectful and collaborative manner. Broad knowledge of Indigenous history and cultures within Alberta High degree of cultural competence as it relates to working with Indigenous people. Traditional Indigenous (cultural preparation is based in oral cultures and not measured by diplomas and degrees) traditionally earned understanding about Indigenous cultural beliefs, values, customs, traditions, healing ways, ceremonies, traditional medicines and protocols. Bachelor or Master’s level of Social Work, Sciences, or Indigenous Studies required/equivalency will be considered. A solid understanding of and sensitivity to the experiences of First Nations, Metis and Inuit peoples in Canada, and the impact of the legacy of Residential Schools and the “Sixties Scoop” upon them is essential. Three (3) years’ experience in a social or health services organizations developing and delivering cultural programs and services.

Excellent oral and written communication skills. Excellent conflict resolution skills. Excellent problem solving skills. Excellent organizational skills. Excellent time management skills. Excellent computer skills with MS Office software. Ability to manage multiple priorities. Ability to work independently and within a team environment. Ability to take initiative, meet deadlines and work flexible hours. Ability and willingness to support both traditional and contemporary healing practices. Ability to display a positive and helpful attitude. Ability to use good judgment in assessing difficult situations. Ability to guide and support individuals in their desires and efforts to embrace their Indigenous values and traditions. Ability to work with confidential and sensitive information. Ability to understand and speak Cree, Dene or any other Indigenous language in Treaty 6 or 8 territory is a definite asset. Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally, and in writing. High level of interpersonal skills. Ability to work collaboratively as part of a number of multidisciplinary teams.

Knowledge of AHS Indigenous programs and services. Respect for, sensitivity towards as well as knowledge and understanding of Indigenous cultures, religions, traditions and beliefs. Participates in consultations with Stollery nurses, physicians, and allied professionals to provide traditional teachings and healing practices. Ability to travel across Alberta; occasionally in remote areas with no public transport.