Diabetes Educator

Carrier Sekani Family Services; Prince George; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused health service provider in Prince George is seeking a Diabetes Educator to implement diabetes services for First Nations communities. This full-time or part-time role requires a registered health professional to advocate for affected individuals and maintain client records. The position offers a competitive wage range and attractive benefits, enhancing work-life balance and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Flexible time-off options

Municipal Pension Plan

Extended health and dental benefits

Qualifications

• Registered RN, LPN, RD, or RPh with current registration.
• Willingness to work towards becoming a Certified Diabetes Educator.
• Experience in a clinical health setting or cross-cultural health promotion.

Responsibilities

• Implement and deliver diabetes services to communities.
• Advocate for First Nations affected by diabetes.
• Maintain thorough client records as per governing college.

Skills

Registered RN, LPN, RD, or RPh

Certified Diabetes Educator

Acceptable experience in clinical health setting

Education

Current registration with related professional body

Job description

Career Opportunity: Diabetes Educator

Location: Prince George, BC

Employment Type: Full Time. Or Part Time

Practice Differently with Carrier Sekani Family Services (CSFS): CSFS is an innovative and progressive leader in Indigenous health and family services where culture is at the centre of everything we do. Since our beginnings in the late 1980s, CSFS has grown to over 475 employees providing services to 11 member Nations. Discover what it means to practice differently, as you enjoy unique experiences, close connections with communities, as well as the natural wonders of northern BC while you work.

The Opportunity

As an integral part of the Mobile Diabetes Clinic, and in collaboration with other health providers, the Diabetes Educator implements and delivers a range of diabetes services to communities. These range from health promotion initiatives, to a series of primary, secondary, and tertiary prevention objectives aimed at increasing First Nations access to diabetes care/education, and improving overall health outcomes.

• Advocates for First Nations affected by diabetes, and related health conditions.
• Plans and implements diabetes care goals across the lifespan (high risk individuals, Pre-Diabetes, Gestational Diabetes, Type 2 Diabetes, etc.).
• Maintains thorough and up-to-date paper and/or electronic client records as per governing college.

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What You Will Bring To The Role

• Registered RN, LPN, RD, or RPh - current registration with related professional body
• Certified Diabetes Educator or willingness to work towards competency
• Acceptable experience in a clinical health setting or cross-cultural health promotion field

At CSFS, we understand that knowledge and experience may come from a variety of sources and encourage applications from individuals whose backgrounds may not align perfectly with the qualifications listed above.

The Location

Prince George sits on the traditional lands of the Lheidli T'enneh First Nation and is the largest city in northern B.C. It is a community that includes the renowned University of Northern B.C. and the College of New Caledonia, affordable housing, complemented by an international airport. Prince George offers unparalleled access to outdoor recreation that contributes to the city's high quality of life and standards of living. The Fraser and Nechako rivers are focal points of an extensive park and trail system of more than 100 parks. Enjoy opportunities for year-round outdoor activities from camping to snowshoeing. Learn more about Prince George at https://tourismpg.com/.

What CSFS Team Members Are Saying

• We live by our organization’s values of Responsibility, Compassion, Honesty, Integrity, Trust and Respect while caring and advocating for vulnerable people.
• Supported to pursue life long learning, professional development and recognition for your contribution.
• Recognize the value of Carrier Sekani Knowledge holders and language speakers.

Wage Range

The target hiring range for this position is $35.0796 to $63.4893 per hour. Candidates will typically be hired, transferred or promoted between the minimum and midpoint of the wage range. Placement within the wage range is dependent on the applicant’s role specific knowledge, skills, abilities, related experience and in consideration of factors such as market conditions and internal equity.

Total Rewards

In addition to base salary, CSFS offers an excellent compensation package. It features unique, generous, flexible time off options promoting work-life-family balance, Municipal Pension Plan (defined benefit with an employer contribution of 9.31% after eligibility period), as well as extended health and dental benefits. At CSFS, we believe in investing in our employees through meaningful educational and professional development opportunities.

Hurry and Apply Now! Go to www.practicedifferently.ca and click on ‘View Opportunities’ to apply. Applications will only be received and accepted through our online recruitment system.

Deadline to Apply

Until Filled

Along with your resume, please submit a cover letter outlining why you are interested in this opportunity, what skills and experience you will bring, and how your qualifications will make you successful in this role.

In accordance with Section 41 of the BC Human Rights Code and Section 15 of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms, preference will be given to qualified candidates with Aboriginal Ancestry.

CSFS is committed to ensuring accessible and accommodating processes during the application and selection phases. If you need accommodation at any point during the recruitment process, please contact our Human Resources team by email at [e-mail] and we’ll collaborate with you to address your requirements.