Indigenous Health Coordinator
- Transition Company: Cancer Care Alberta
- Classification: Indigenous Health Coordinator
- Union: Exempt
- Unit and Program: Psychosocial Oncology
- Primary Location: Cross Cancer Institute
- Location Details: As Per Location
- Employee Class: Regular Part Time
- FTE: 0.80
- Posting End Date: 10-DEC-2025
- Date Available: 05-JAN-2026
- Hours per Shift: 7.75
- Length of Shift in weeks: 2
- Shifts per cycle: 8
- Shift Pattern: Days
- Days Off: Saturday/Sunday
- Minimum Salary: $19.81
- Maximum Salary: $33.04
- Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable
Recognized by an Indigenous community as being competent in the use of traditional Indigenous practices. Having training and guidance in the use of traditional Indigenous approaches to wellbeing, spirituality, and health. Having the ability to facilitate connection to traditional wellness practices. Previous experience in a health care setting or in a human services field, and advanced experience/knowledge of Indigenous wellness methods, cultures and traditions. Skilled in building relationships and fostering cultural understanding between indigenous and non-indigenous peoples.
Additional Required Qualifications:
Knowledge and respect for the diversity of Indigenous populations and communities. Knowledge of Indigenous history, worldviews, perspectives, beliefs/values, cultures and traditions and spirituality is required. Knowledge and ability to teach and provide use of traditional Indigenous protocol, traditional medicines, and Indigenous wellness methods. Ability to work independently and as part of a health care team. Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities. Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with others. Demonstrates good written skills and use of relevant computer software.
Preferred Qualifications:
Secondary degree in health care or social sciences. Certification in counselling and/ or counselling experience. Ability to speak or understand any of the traditional languages within Alberta. Experience in a health care setting like a clinic, long term care and/ or hospital. Knowledge and training in Connect Care.
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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