Indigenous Engagement Liaison, Metis Nation

Northern Health; Prince George; On-site; CAD 74,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health authority is seeking an Indigenous Engagement Liaison to enhance health services for Métis people in British Columbia. The Liaison will promote and integrate Métis cultural approaches into care, build strong relationships with community leaders, and facilitate educational initiatives for staff. Ideal candidates will have a Baccalaureate degree related to Indigenous studies and a deep understanding of Métis culture and history. Join a progressive team dedicated to providing inclusive health services.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefit packages

Four weeks vacation

Financial support for moving expenses

Employee referral program

Employer-paid training opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in Indigenous cultural knowledge, particularly Métis Nation in BC.
• Knowledge in cultural safety, anti-Indigenous racism, and trauma-informed care.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate the incorporation of Métis cultural approaches to health services.
• Build communication networks and relationships with Métis Chartered Communities.
• Contribute to educational opportunities for staff on Métis health and wellness.

Skills

Positive relationship engagement

Collaboration with partners

Advanced verbal and written communication

Knowledge of Métis history and culture

Culturally safe care understanding

Effective workload prioritization

Education

Baccalaureate degree related to Indigenous studies

Job description

Position Summary

Northern Health values diversity within the workplace and our commitment of reaching a representative workforce. For this position, we also want to highlight First Nation, Inuit, Métis or Indigenous Ancestry is regarded as directly relevant to the skills and knowledge for this position. All candidates will be considered; however, preference will be given to Indigenous applicants. For this initiative candidates from this group who wish to qualify for preferential consideration are encouraged to self-identify.

Are you interested in an opportunity to grow professionally within a positive and progressive culture? Northern Health is seeking an Indigenous Engagement Liaison, Métis Nation to join the Indigenous Health team.

Reporting to the Lead, Indigenous Health Engagement and Integration, and working closely with Métis Nation BC's leadership, and Métis Chartered Community leadership and representatives, the Indigenous Engagement Liaison, Métis Nation (the Liaison) facilitates the learning about and incorporation of Métis cultural approaches to wellness and health into the services provided to Métis people by Northern Health. The Liaison's role focuses on promoting and improving culturally safe, inclusive, and respectful care and services for Métis people throughout their health care journey. To support the exchange of information and the problem-solving of care pathways for Métis people, the Liaison proactively builds strong communication networks and positive relationships with Métis Chartered Communities across Northern Health. To support deep and respectful learning about the Métis Nation, the Liaison contributes to and facilitates educational opportunities for NH staff and Physicians, develops guidelines for NH service teams, and actively contributes to the planning and implementation of initiatives agreed to with Métis Nation BC in the Northern Region Métis Health and Wellness Plan. To ensure continuous development and positive communication, The Liaison participates on the Northern Health Métis AHIC (Aboriginal Health Improvement Committee), reporting to AHIC on behalf of the NH Indigenous Health team and reporting out to the NH Indigenous Health team on a regular basis.

Starting salary will be approximately from $74,618 to $93,273 and will be based on education, training, experience, and salaries of similar positions.

Prince George

Prince George is the centre of business, education, health and culture for northern British Columbia and services a rural population of about 300,000. The region's economic growth and diversification strategies are creating outstanding opportunities for investors, employers and employees. Affordable housing, land prices and transportation costs, due to short and quick commutes; result in one of the lowest costs of living for a city of its size in the province. Additionally, wage rates fall above provincial averages, providing residents of Prince George with a high standard of living in one of BC's most beautiful regions. The city itself is the 4th largest in British Columbia and has a population of approximately 82,300 local residents and a service centre for nearly 320,000. It is built on the confluence of the Fraser and Nechako rivers. Prince George is the home of the University of Northern British Columbia - Canada's Green university. The warm, friendly and diverse population attests to a strong and dynamic community spirit. Check out Prince George for more information on what this community has to offer.

What Northern Health has to offer you!

• Comprehensive benefit packages including extended health/dental and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casuals have the option of paying for benefits.


• Four weeks vacation with one year of continuous service


• Financial Support for Moving Expenses is available for eligible positions


• Employee referral program


• Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities


• Spectacular outdoor activities and the shortest commutes in BC


• "Loan Forgiveness Programs" are offered through the Federal and BC Government for eligible professions.

IMPORTANT NOTE:

As part of your application process, you will need to upload the following documentation:

• Registration number (if you are part of a regulated profession)


• Any supporting documents regarding education/qualifications for this position.

Examples may include:

• Program certificates or diplomas


• High school/college/university transcripts etc.


• It is also recommended to provide a cover letter and resume

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Qualfications

A related Baccalaureate degree with evidence of experience and training in the areas of Indigenous cultural knowledge, particularly the Métis Nation in BC. Knowledge in the areas of cultural safety and humility, anti-Indigenous racism, trauma-informed care, problem-solving and facilitation are essential. Development of these competencies and skills may comes from any combination of education, training and experience such as formal education, practicum experience, study with Elders, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Priority will be given to an individual who is a Métis Nation BC Citizen or who self-identifies as Métis.

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to engage in positive relationships with others including health care professionals and community members.


• Ability to collaborate with both internal and external partners.


• Ability to establish a position of respect and trust within Métis Chartered Communities.


• Ability to establish a position of respect and trust with Northern Health care providers and leaders.


• Advanced ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.


• Strong knowledge and understanding of Métis history and culture and also that of other Indigenous peoples.


• Ability to understand and convey to others culturally safe care that is based in understanding how differences in cultural background can impact a person's response to a health care or illness experience.


• Ability to prioritize and organize the daily and weekly workload


• Ability to use related electronic hardware and software.


• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.


• Class 5 driver's license.

Who we are

Northern Health covers an area of nearly 600,000 square kilometers and offers health services in over two dozen communities and 55 First Nation's communities. We deliver hospital and community-based health care for a population of 300,000. Employing more than 7,000 staff throughout the region, Northern Health provides exceptional health services for Northerners, through the efforts of dedicated staff and physicians, in partnership with communities and organizations in Northern BC. There is a wide variety of career opportunities available in our two dozen hospitals, 25 long-term care facilities, public health units and many other offices providing specialized services.