Indigenous Health Service Assistant

Position: INDIGENOUS HEALTH SERVICE ASSISTANT
Location: Daajing Giids

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 looking to highlight your knowledge, skills, and abilities in a new and dynamic environment? We currently have an opportunity for you to bring your excellent work ethic to Northern Health.

Under the general supervision of a senior position, the Indigenous Health Service Assistant (Indigenous Service Assistant) proactively engages with First Nations, Métis, and Inuit patients, families and visitors to support a culturally safe experience in the assigned facilities and/or programs. Key areas of focus include enabling access to the appropriate cultural and clinical support services; orientation and wayfinding for patients and families to the site and services;

supporting admission and discharge processes; and supporting communication between the care team and the patient and family. The Indigenous Health Service Assistant works with the health care staff in the First Nations communities and Métis Chartered communities, including the Health Director, Community Health Representative, and other team members. The Indigenous Health Service Assistant develops an understanding of the culture and traditions of the First Nations and Métis communities using the facilities and services.

Shift Rotation/Hours of work: Monday to Friday, Days, 08:30 to 14:56

Haida Gwaii Hospital and Health Centre – Xaayda Gwaay Ngaaysdll Naay Physicians and Staff are part of a community-run project in health care delivery designed to give a team approach to health care. The Haida Gwaii Hospital and Health Centre – Xaayda Gwaay Ngaaysdll Naay opened in 2016. The new facility, which serves a population of 3,000, features a modernized environment for the delivery of public and mental health and addictions programs, and home and community care services.

The newly reconfigured hospital layout benefits the delivery of acute and emergency services including:

• 8 Acute Care beds

• 1 labour, delivery and recovery suite

• Designated program space for Diagnostic Imaging, Laboratory and Pharmacy

• 8 Long-term Care beds

Daajing Giids is an archipelago of about 250 islands located off the northwest coast of BC. Daajing Giids is the centrally located community at the south end of Graham Island. Known as the Galapagos of British Columbia, the Islands are a rain forest of natural beauty and wildlife. Haida and settler cultures add to the diversity while the mild climate allows for lush vegetation and abundant wildlife.

A friendly community with hospital, school and churches set within the beautiful pristine rain forest of the west coast.

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 Incentive 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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