Indigenous Hospital Liaison

Alberta Health Services; Calgary; On-site; CAD 49,000 - 65,000; Part time

Job summary

Alberta Health Services in Alberta is seeking an Indigenous Hospital Liaison to support First Nations, Metis and Inuit clients within AHS facilities. You will bring knowledge of FNMI cultures to supplement care and provide input to discharge planning teams.

This casual/relief role requires a health-related diploma or certificate and a respectful understanding of Indigenous history and traditions. You will collaborate with the care team and may offer cultural consultation across sites.

Qualifications

• Diploma or certificate in a health-related field from a regulated program.
• Knowledge of Indigenous history, cultures, and wellness practices is required.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a health care team; strong written skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide input and guidance to discharge planning teams.
• Offer cultural consultation to discharge teams at urban and rural sites.
• Support FNMI clients and families within AHS facilities.

Skills

Cultural competence

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Education

Health-related diploma/certificate

Job description

Your Opportunity:

As a bona fide occupational requirement, & under Section 11 of the Alberta Human Rights Act, only Indigenous applicants will be considered. Indigenous candidates should self- identify. AHS Indigenous Health works in collaboration & partnership across AHS & with external partners to support innovation & improvement in Indigenous Health & to work towards health equity for Indigenous peoples. There is significant opportunity to improve the health of Indigenous Peoples in Alberta by focusing on upstream efforts & health equity, creating, & building on community empowerment & action, & transforming health service delivery to address racism, improve patient outcomes & experience, & focus more on determinants of health & prevention. Recognizing Alberta Health Services provides health care services to 284,470 Indigenous people living in Alberta, in addition, to Indigenous people from Canada’s North, Northern Saskatchewan & Northern British Columbia, the IHL provides a spirit of hospitality, spiritual & cultural support to diverse Indigenous people seeking acute care services.

Description

As an Indigenous Hospital Liaison, you will provide a range of support services to First Nations, Metis and Inuit (FNMI) clients and their families within AHS facilities. Your knowledge and respect for the cultural perspectives, beliefs and health practices within the FNMI community are essential in this role to supplement and enhance the care provided by other healthcare professionals. As an Indigenous Hospital Liaison, you are not a primary care provider, but you will provide input, recommendations, support and guidance to the discharge planning team. You will also provide cultural consultation and recommendations to discharge planning teams from other urban acute care and rural sites as required.

Classification

Classification: Indigenous Hospital Liaison

Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH

Unit and Program: Indigenous Health, Treaty 7

Primary Location: Southport

Location Details: As Per Location

Multi‑Site: Not Applicable

FTE: 0.00

Posting End Date: 05-OCT-2026

Employee Class: Casual/Relief

Date Available: 15-OCT-2026

Hours per Shift: 7.75

Length of Shift in weeks: Varies

Shifts per cycle: Varies

Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Weekends

Days Off: Other

Minimum Salary: $35.79

Maximum Salary: $47.53

Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

Required Qualifications

Completion of diploma or certificate from an accredited health related program in a regulated profession (e.g., Social Work, Licensed Practical Nurse).

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. Knowledge of traditional Indigenous protocol, traditional medicines, and Indigenous wellness methods. Ability to work independently and as part of a health care team. Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities. Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with others. Demonstrates good written skills and use of relevant computer software.

Preferred Qualifications

Secondary degree in health care or social sciences will be considered an asset. College certificate/diploma in related health care discipline, such as Community Health Representative, Social Work, and Nursing will be considered an asset. Ability to speak or understand any of the traditional languages within Northern Alberta. Experience in a health care setting will be considered an asset. Knowledge and training in Connect Care.