Temporary Palliative Care Coordinator

Northwest Employment Works; Angling Lake; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 75,000; Part time

Job summary

A community health organization is hiring a Temporary Palliative Care Coordinator to provide holistic end-of-life care in Northern Ontario. The ideal candidate will have healthcare credentials and experience in palliative care, along with strong communication and collaboration skills. This position offers the chance to work in culturally rich communities while making a meaningful impact on families facing life-limiting illnesses.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits

Training and professional development support

Meaningful, purpose-driven work

Qualifications

• Experience in palliative, hospice, or community care.
• Familiarity with Indigenous values and traditions.
• Certification in palliative care is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and deliver palliative care services across communities.
• Work collaboratively with local nurses, PSWs, Elders, and families.
• Support symptom management and advance care planning.

Skills

Compassionate care

Strong communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

RN, RPN, or equivalent healthcare certification

Tools

Palliative care certifications (LEAP, CAPCE)

Job description

Overview

NOW HIRING: TEMPORARY ON CALL PALLIATIVE CARE COORDINATOR

Location: Shibogama First Nations Council – Northern Ontario
Employment Type: Temporary, On Call Basis
Start Date: Immediately
Application Deadline: Until Position Filled

MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN OUR COMMUNITIES

Shibogama First Nations Council is seeking a Temporary Palliative Care Coordinator to support families and community members facing life-limiting illness in our member communities: Kingfisher Lake, Wunnumin Lake, and Wapekeka.

This role is ideal for a compassionate, experienced, and culturally respectful healthcare professional who believes in holistic, community-centered care.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and deliver palliative care services across communities
• Work collaboratively with local nurses, PSWs, Elders, and families
• Support symptom management and advance care planning
• Provide caregiver education and mentorship to care teams
• Liaise with external healthcare providers for client referrals and support
• Promote culturally safe and holistic end-of-life care

Qualifications

• RN, RPN, or equivalent healthcare certification
• Experience in palliative, hospice, or community care
• Familiarity with Indigenous values and traditions
• Strong communication and team collaboration skills
• Certification in palliative care (e.g., LEAP, CAPCE) is an asset

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work in close-knit, culturally rich communities
• Meaningful, purpose-driven work
• Competitive salary and benefits
• Training and professional development support

Apply Now! Submit your resume, cover letter, and three references to: Ola Udensi at [e-mail]