First Nations and Metis Patient Navigator

Saskatchewan Health Authority; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 89,151,000 - 104,112,000; Full time

Job summary

Saskatchewan Health Authority seeks a First Nations and Métis Patient Navigator in Saskatoon to coordinate non-medical services for Indigenous patients throughout their cancer journey.

In collaboration with health partners, this role supports patient advocacy, education, and liaison activities, contributing to culturally safe and effective care within the cancer care team.

Qualifications

• Education/training equivalent to a degree in a health or social sciences related discipline.
• Three (3) years of recent related experience in Indigenous healthcare.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and deliver non-medical services to First Nations and/or Métis patients.
• Serve as patient advocate and liaison within the cancer care team.
• Educate and liaise with the cancer care team to enhance understanding of Indigenous communities/resources.

Education

Degree in health or social sciences related discipline

Job description

Closure Date: Aug 25, 2026 11:59 PM CST

Position #: 9007371

Union: Saskatchewan Government and General Employees Union

Bargaining Unit: SGEU - Saskatchewan Cancer Agency

City/Town: Saskatoon

Facility: Saskatoon Cancer Centre

Department: Supportive Care

Type: Full-time regular

Expected Start Date: Sept 15, 2026

FTE: 1

Shift Information: Days

Number of Hours per Rotation: In a 3 week rotation : 14 shift(s) of 7.77 hours

Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band 5, $31.113 to $36.334 (5 step range)

General Accountability

The First Nations and Métis Patient Navigator is a critical part of the cancer care team, serving as the primary patient/advocate and liaison. This role is responsible for the coordination and delivery of non-medical services to patients identifying as First Nations and/or Métis and requesting culturally appropriate advocacy and support through their cancer treatment journey.

In collaboration with health system partners, clinicians and community partners, the Navigator supports the patient as part of the cancer care team. This role also serves as an education/liaison resource for the cancer care team to better understand community and cultural resources.

Qualifications

Education

• A level of education, training, and experience equivalent to a degree in a health or social sciences related discipline, and three (3) years recent related experience working in Indigenous healthcare.
• Education in Indigenous studies and/or through an Indigenous Educational faculty is considered an asset

Membership

• General requirement for membership in the appropriate professional association

Knowledge and Experience

• 3 years working in applied healthcare or social service delivery
• 3 years working with First Nations and Métis communities
• Demonstrated leadership in patient advocacy, patient education and program development and evaluation
• Experience with or knowledge of the delivery of cancer treatment programs an asset
• Demonstrated understanding of Canadian colonization, Indigenous specific racism and its impact on the current health and wellness of Indigenous peoples specific to Saskatchewan.
• Knowledge of social, economic, political and historical realities impacting indigenous communities and familiarity with Indigenous Cultural Safety and anti-racism and accompanying reports (BC DRIPA, TRC, etc.).
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience working with First Nations and Métis communities and organizations.
• Extensive knowledge of Indigenous languages, cultures, customs and traditions.
• Experience or knowledge of the Saskatchewan health care system and community-based resources within and accessible to First Nation and Métis populations.
• Knowledge of community, social and health care programs within the province.
• Lived experience with Indigenous populations is an asset
• Commitment to upholding the shared responsibility of creating lasting and meaningful reconciliation in Canada as per TRC (2015).

Skills

• Demonstrated relationship building skills including the ability to work with multiple diverse stakeholders in the health, allied services and community sectors, including those internal and external to SCA.
• Demonstrated ability to provide person-centred and culturally safe supports.
• Demonstrated knowledge, understanding and application of cultural safety and culturally responsive care.
• Superior communications skills to develop and present complex information in written and verbal formats to diverse audiences including patients, medical experts and community partners.
• Superior problem-solving skills including demonstrating initiative and independent judgement integrated with empathy, compassion and integrity.
• Competency in the use of computer and Microsoft applications.
• Demonstrated leadership skills.
• Ability to work independently and within team environments to meet deadlines and accomplish objectives.
• Ability to prioritize workload, keep accurate records and write reports as necessary.
• Ability to adapt as the Indigenous care program evolves.

* If no such applicant found, all qualifications listed under membership, and knowledge and experience must be met. Applicant with a level of education, training, and experience equivalent to a diploma in a health or social sciences related discipline, and three (3) years recent related experience working in Indigenous healthcare or social services may be considered.