Women's Health Indigenous Cultural Liaison
- Classification: Aboriginal Cultural Helper
- Union: Exempt
- Department: Nursing Admin Womens Serv
- Primary Location: Royal Alexandra Hospital
- Negotiable Location: Within Edmonton Zone
- Temporary Employee Class: Temp F/T Benefits
- FTE: 1.00
- Posting End Date: 25-MAR-2022
- Date Available: 11-APR-2022
- Temporary End Date: 17-APR-2023
- Hours per Shift: 7.75
- Length of Shift in weeks: 4
- Shifts per cycle: 20
- Shift Pattern: Days
- Days Off: Saturday/Sunday
- Minimum Salary: $22.84
- Maximum Salary: $38.07
- Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable
Traditional Indigenous Knowledge (cultural preparation is based on oral cultures and not measured by diplomas and degrees) Traditionally earned understanding about Indigenous cultural beliefs, values, customs, traditions, healing ways, ceremonies, traditional medicine, protocols. Guided ongoing development with traditional Elders over 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. Recognized by the Indigenous Community as knowledgeable and skilled in Indigenous ways of knowing and being with experience in facilitation in group gatherings for knowledge sharing. Previous experience in a health care setting or human services field outside of the health care setting, and advanced experience/knowledge of Indigenous health and wellness methods, culture and traditions.
Additional Required Qualifications:Knowledge and respect for the diversity of Indigenous populations and communities. Knowledge of Indigenous history, worldview, perspectives, beliefs/values, culture and traditions and spirituality is required. Demonstrated proficiency with computers - i.e. Email, Skype, ZOOM, Electronic Charting, spreadsheets etc. Demonstrated excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to function with flexibility in a dynamic and changing environment. The initiative, good judgement, accountability.
Preferred Qualifications:A secondary degree in health care or social sciences will be considered an asset.
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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