2600002805 - Indigenous Outreach Liaison

Lakeridge Health Corporation; Oshawa; On-site; CAD 49,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation during recruitment/reloc

Travel opportunities

Job summary

Lakeridge Health in Oshawa is seeking an Indigenous Outreach Liaison to advance Indigenous cancer care initiatives across the Central East Region. You will engage communities, build partnerships, and support program development and evaluation.

You will coordinate activities with the Indigenous Cancer Lead and ensure culturally safe care while working across healthcare partners. Travel across the region is required.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in Indigenous Studies, Social Work, Health Promotion, Public Health or related discipline.
• Lived experience with Indigenous worldviews and health priorities preferred.
• Proven experience building respectful relationships with Indigenous communities and organizations.
• Minimum of two years in healthcare, Indigenous health, community development, or related environment.
• Knowledge of TRC Calls to Action and Indigenous governance structures.

Responsibilities

• Engage Indigenous communities and organizations to build respectful relationships.
• Support community-driven cancer prevention, screening, diagnosis, treatment, survivorship and palliative care.
• Coordinate community outreach activities and engagement sessions across the Central East Region.
• Lead or support project plans, timelines, and reporting for Indigenous cancer initiatives.
• Prepare reports and communications to inform planning and decision-making.

Skills

Lived Indigenous experience

Community relationship building

Project coordination

Communication and facilitation

Grant writing experience

Travel readiness

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Post-secondary Indigenous Studies/Social Work/Health Promotion/Public Health/Social Sciences

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Indigenous Outreach Liaison

Department: DRCC Regional Program

Program: DRCC Administration

Status: Regular Full Time

Days, Evenings, Weekends; 8 Hour Shifts Schedule (Subject to Change)

Location: Oshawa

Wage Schedule: $35.540 - $47.900 per hour

File Number: 2600002805

Lakeridge Health is more than a hospital. It is a health network that includes five hospitals, a long-term care home, a community-based surgical centre, and more than 30 community sites across the Durham Region. Guided by our vision of One System. Best Health. and supported by a dedicated team of nearly 9,000 staff, physicians, and volunteers, Lakeridge Health is a place where the best people want to start, grow, and finish their careers in health care. We are focused on fostering an environment that’s inclusive, compassionate, innovative, and joyful. This is Lakeridge Health!

The Indigenous Outreach Liaison supports the implementation of the Central East Regional Indigenous Cancer Plan and the First Nations, Inuit, Métis and Urban Indigenous Cancer Strategy by advancing initiatives that improve the cancer journey for Indigenous peoples and their families.

Working closely with the Regional Indigenous Cancer Lead and Indigenous Cancer Program Navigator, the Indigenous Outreach Liaison serves as a trusted partner to Indigenous communities, organizations, healthcare providers, and system partners across the Central East Region. The role focuses on Community engagement, relationship building, program development, project leadership, knowledge sharing, and quality improvement to support culturally safe and equitable cancer care across the Central East Region.

Duties And Responsibilities

Indigenous Community Engagement & Relationship Building

• Establish, strengthen, and maintain respectful, reciprocal relationships with First Nations, Inuit, Métis, and Urban Indigenous Communities, organizations, leadership, Elders, Knowledge Keepers, and service providers.
• Support community-driven priorities and initiatives related to cancer prevention, screening, diagnosis, treatment, survivorship, and palliative care.
• Act as a liaison between Indigenous Communities, healthcare organizations, and regional partners.
• Participate in and coordinate Community outreach activities, engagement sessions, and events throughout the Central East Region.

Program Development, Planning & Evaluation

• Support the development, implementation, and evaluation of Indigenous-focused cancer care initiatives and programs.
• Collaborate and co-design with Indigenous Communities, organizations, and healthcare partners to identify needs, opportunities, and priorities.
• Monitor program outcomes and support continuous quality improvement initiatives.
• Collect, analyze, and report on program and project outcomes to inform planning and decision-making, guided by Indigenous Community engagement and governance.

Project Management & Quality Improvement

• Lead and support projects that advance Indigenous cancer care priorities.
• Develop project plans, timelines, workplans, and reports.
• Coordinate stakeholders, working groups, and implementation activities.
• Support quality improvement and change initiatives that enhance culturally safe care and patient experiences.

Education, Knowledge Sharing & Capacity Building

• Support knowledge sharing and professional development opportunities for healthcare providers, Community partners, and stakeholders.
• Promote awareness and understanding of Indigenous worldviews and culturally safe care practices.
• Assist in the development of culturally appropriate educational materials, resources, and tools for patients and healthcare providers.

Reporting, Communications & Resource Development

• Prepare presentations, reports, briefing notes, and other project documentation.
• Support communications activities with internal and external stakeholders.
• Assist with grant proposals, funding applications, and reporting requirements.
• Coordinate meetings, committees, and working groups that support strategic priorities.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in Indigenous Studies, Social Work, Health Promotion, Public Health, Social Sciences, or another related discipline preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Lived experience, preferred, together with knowledge of Indigenous worldviews, cultural practices, and Indigenous health priorities.
• Proven experience building and maintaining respectful, reciprocal relationships with Indigenous communities and organizations.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in healthcare, Indigenous health, community development, or a related environment.
• Strong understanding of Indigenous governance structures, protocols, organizations, communities, geographic territories, relevant legislation and Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada (TRC) Calls to Action.
• Demonstrated experience in project management, including planning, implementation, monitoring, evaluation, and reporting.
• Experience with program development, implementation, and evaluation.
• Experience leading or supporting quality improvement initiatives.
• Experience coordinating community engagement and stakeholder collaboration activities.
• Strong written and verbal communication, facilitation, and presentation skills.
• Experience preparing reports, briefing notes, presentations, and business documents.
• Experience with grant writing and funding applications is preferred.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant software applications.
• Knowledge of culturally safe care principles and their application in healthcare settings.
• Knowledge of the Ontario healthcare system and the cancer continuum as it relates to Indigenous peoples.
• Understanding of health equity, Indigenous health, and patient-centred care principles.
• Valid Class G driver's license.
• Access to a reliable vehicle.
• Ability and willingness to travel regularly throughout the Central East Region, including to Indigenous, rural, and remote communities.
• Demonstrated commitment to the values of Inclusion, Teamwork, Compassion, Innovation, and Joy.
• Satisfactory performance record.
• Demonstrated commitment to workplace, patient, and environmental safety.

At Lakeridge Health, we value inclusion and diversity. We are committed to fostering a culture that is respectful, inclusive, and accessible. We are committed to employing a workforce that is representative of the diverse community we provide services to and welcome applications from all qualified applicants from all backgrounds.

Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the recruitment and assessment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require any accommodation at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact [e-mail].

Unless specifically stated, all job postings at Lakeridge Health are to fill existing vacancies within our organization. Lakeridge Health may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools as part of the recruitment and screening process. A member of our Talent Acquisition team is actively engaged in the Recruitment and Selection process to ensure a fair and thorough assessment of applicants.

Lakeridge Health thanks all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Conditions Of Employment

The terms and conditions of employment are in accordance with Lakeridge Health's policies and procedures.

Successful External applicants must provide a satisfactory Criminal Investigation Reference for the vulnerable sector, dated within the past six (6) months.

Lakeridge Health is committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment for all team members and patients. New Lakeridge Health team members will be required to complete a Pre-employment Health Assessment as a condition of employment.