Indigenous Support Navigator

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health authority in Winnipeg is seeking a candidate for an in-person role requiring post-secondary education and experience in health care settings. Candidates should have knowledge of Indigenous health issues and strong communication skills. A Class 5 Driver's License is preferred. This position involves working collaboratively to provide an integrated network of health care services.

Qualifications

• Experience in a health care setting is preferred.
• A suitable combination of relevant education and experience may be considered.
• Class 5 Driver’s License preferred.

Skills

General knowledge of medical terminology

Knowledge of Indigenous culture and health issues

Effective interpersonal communication skills

Knowledge of computer systems and software applications

Ability to independently prioritize workload

Good judgement and problem-solving skills

Education

Post-secondary education in a related field

Job description

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Employer: Winnipeg Regional Health Authority

Site: WRHA Corporate -Seven Oaks General Hospital - 2300 McPhillips Street

Job Stream: Non-Clinical

Union: Non Union

Anticipated Start Date: 12/01/2025

FTE: 1.00

Anticipated Shift: Days

Work Arrangement: In Person

Daily Hours Worked: 7.75

Annual Base Hours: 2,015

Grow your career in the Winnipeg Health Region! Our team provides a spectrum of health care services through an integrated network of sites, services and organizations. We’re united by a shared commitment to excellent and equitable health care.

Position Overview

Experience

• Related experience in a health care setting is preferred.
• Healthcare system navigation experience is preferred.
• Customer service or social services experience is an asset.
• Knowledge of federal, provincial, municipal and Indigenous resources accessible in community is an asset.

Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)

• Post-secondary education in a related field is required.
• A suitable combination of relevant education and experience may be considered.

Certification/Licensure/Registration

Class 5 Driver’s License preferred (varies by facility/assignment).

Qualifications and Skills

• General knowledge of medical terminology is preferred.
• Knowledge and understanding of Indigenous culture, health issues impacting Indigenous communities, the social determinants of health, and the impact of intergenerational trauma, is required.
• Effective interpersonal communication skills with the ability to work in partnership with healthcare professionals, all levels of staff, patients and families, required.
• Knowledge of computer systems and proficiency in the use of current and related software applications (Microsoft Word, Excel, Internet search engines and email).
• Ability to independently prioritize workload and stay organized is required.
• Demonstrated good judgement and problem-solving skills are required.Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality is required.

Physical Requirements

• Class 5 Driver’s License preferred (varies by facility/assignment).
• Access to a vehicle preferred (varies by facility/assignment).

This position requires a current satisfactory Criminal Records Check (including Vulnerable Sector Search), Child Abuse Registry Check and Adult Abuse Registry Check as conditions of employment. The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred. A security check is considered current if it was obtained no more than six (6) months prior to the start of employment.

Please note that an employee is not permitted to hold two or more positions across the WRHA legal entity that combine to equal more than 1.0 EFT. The WRHA legal entity includes Churchill Health Centre, Deer Lodge Centre, Golden West Centennial Lodge, Grace Hospital, Middlechurch Home of Winnipeg, Pan Am Clinic, River Park Gardens, Victoria General Hospital, WRHA corporate programs, and WRHA community health services.

Interviewed candidates may be called upon to participate in a skills assessment.

Any application received after the closing time will not be included in the competition.

Wewelcome applications from people with disabilities. Accommodationsare available upon request during the assessment and selection process.