Indigenous Health Coordinator
- Classification: Aboriginal Cultural Helper
- Union: Exempt
- Department: NZ GDPR CHC PrmDiseaseInjCmb93
- Primary Location: Grande Prairie Regional Hospital
- Employee Class: Regular Full Time
- FTE: 1.00
- Posting End Date: 25-JAN-2022
- Date Available: 04-FEB-2022
- Hours per Shift: 7.75
- Length of Shift in weeks: 2
- Shifts per cycle: 10
- Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Weekends, On Call
- Days Off: As Per Rotation
- Minimum Salary: $18.08
- Maximum Salary: $30.16
- Vehicle Requirement: Driver's License, Vehicle Required
As a bona fide occupational requirement, and under Section 11 of the Alberta Human Rights Act, only Indigenous applicants will be considered. We encourage Indigenous candidates to self- identify. Grade 12 Diploma minimum. College certificate/diploma in related health care discipline, such as Community Health Representative, Social Work, Nursing preferred (If part of a registered profession—registration in good standing with applicable governing body). High degree of cultural competence as it relates to working with Indigenous people.
Additional Required Qualifications:
Knowledge of local Indigenous history and experience in local Indigenous culture. Ability to travel across Alberta; occasionally in remote areas with no public transport. Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external partners in a respectful and collaborative manner. Broad knowledge of Indigenous history and cultures within Alberta. Critical thinking in order to execute and develop innovative and culturally appropriate approaches to attracting Indigenous people to AHS. Proven ability to foster partnerships, establish and maintain strong working relationships with First Nations and Metis communities, public agencies and government. Understand the politically sensitive nature of working with multiple culturally diverse individuals and groups.
Preferred Qualifications:
Ability to speak or understand any of the Indigenous languages spoken within the territories of Treaty 6, Treaty 7, Treaty 8 or the Metis Settlements of Alberta. Broad knowledge of Diversity and Inclusion concepts.
Please note:
All postings close at 23:59 MT of the posting end date indicated.
Security Screening:
A satisfactory criminal record check and/or Vulnerable Sector Search is required prior to your first day of work. Additionally, all employees have an ongoing duty to disclose any charges or convictions that may occur during their employment with AHS.
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Everything we do at AHS reflects a patient and family centred approach; it’s about putting patients’ and families’ experiences, priorities and trust first.
We are an equal opportunity employer. AHS values the diversity of the people and communities we serve and is committed to attracting, engaging and developing a diverse and inclusive workforce.
