Indigenous Hospital Liaison

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

Job summary

Alberta Health Services is seeking an Indigenous Hospital Liaison to support FNMI clients and families within AHS facilities. You will contribute cultural knowledge to discharge planning and advise teams on Indigenous health perspectives.

You will work with the Indigenous Health, Treaty 7 program at multiple sites, collaborating with care teams to promote health equity and culturally safe care for Indigenous peoples across Alberta.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Provide range of support services to FNMI clients and families within AHS facilities.
• Provide input, recommendations, support and guidance to the discharge planning team.
• Provide cultural consultation and recommendations to discharge planning teams from other urban acute care and rural sites as required.

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:

Indigenous Hospital Liaison

Union:

HSAA Facility PROF/TECH

Unit and Program:

Indigenous Health, Treaty 7

Primary Location:

Strathmore

Location Details:

As Per Location

Multi-Site:

Multisite

FTE:

1.00

Posting End Date:

28-AUG-2026

Employee Class:

Regular Full Time

Date Available:

21-SEP-2026

Hours per Shift:

7.75

Length of Shift in weeks:

4

Shifts per cycle:

20

Shift Pattern:

Days, Evenings, Weekends

Days Off:

As Per Rotation

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.