Indigenous Patient Navigator

2 months ago

Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada Horizon health network Full time
Location: Fredericton area (Horizon), _Other - Fredericton Area, New Brunswick - Permanent Full TimeCompetition #:106638 ExternalPosted:July 22, 2024Closes:August 4, 2024 at 11:59 pm Atlantic Standard TimeAnticipated Start Date:July 29, 2024Location:Population HealthDr. Everett Chalmers Regional Hospital ~ Fredericton ~ Horizon Health Network ~ Health NetworkJob Classification:Non BargainingJob Classification Type:Management and Non-BargainingJob Type:Permanent Full TimeFTE:1Schedule:Day, subject to change due to operational requirementsLanguage Requirement:English EssentialSalary:55,640 to 77,818 per year ((Pay Band 4) (Based on 37.5 hours per week))

This is the life-changing opportunity you've been looking for.

Horizon Health Network in beautiful New Brunswick is looking for a Indigenous Patient Navigator to join our team

Horizon Health Network (Horizon) is seeking a Passionate Dedicated and self-motivated individual to join our team as a Indigenous Patient Navigator. The ideal candidate will act as a resource and point of contact for both Indigenous clients and their families, healthcare providers and when appropriate, community members, to ensure the provision of care is culturally safe and client centered. In collaboration with patients & families, healthcare providers and community resources, the Indigenous patient navigator will navigate the healthcare system by facilitating access to services and assist during discharge planning. Using a Two-Eyed seeing approach, Indigenous patient navigators foster an environment that supports traditional Indigenous ways of knowing & healing practices with evidenced based quality care. The goal of this position is to ensure Indigenous clients of Horizon Health Network are accessing appropriate care from appropriate sources, increase client capacity and connections to be stable and supported.

Why you should work here

Working for Horizon gives you a career that provides an east coast lifestyle and the chance to make a big difference in the lives of New Brunswickers.

This position comes with competitive salary, paid time off, sick benefits, employer paid contributions into our government pension plan and a remote work policy.

Horizon is committed to enhancing our diverse and inclusive environment for our employees and patients. We believe in a healthcare system that equally supports all people regardless of race, ethnicity, national origin, social background, religion, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or sexual orientation. An environment based on a commitment to diversity and inclusion supports our goal of safe and quality patient care.

Who you are

  • One (1) to three (3) years' recent related experience working in Indigenous health or social programming
  • Experience advocating for clients
  • Experience prioritizing work in an evolving fast paced setting
  • Proficiency level in Microsoft Office applications.
  • Possess strong mediation skills and ability to resolve conflict
  • Exceptional interpersonal skills and ability to foster trusting relationships
  • Understanding and knowledge of Indigenous healing practice and person-centered care and able to conduct, assist with or facilitate smudging ceremonies
  • In-depth knowledge of Indigenous Health programming at the systems, community, provincial and federal level
  • Demonstrated knowledge of local Indigenous peoples' demographics, languages, cultures, customs, and traditions.
  • Ability to speak Wolastoqey or Mi'kmaq an asset
  • In-depth Knowledge of cultural safety and Two-Eyed seeing within healthcare and ability to apply those concepts in their work.
  • Demonstrated understanding of Canadian colonization, Indigenous systemic racism and its impact on the current health and wellness of Indigenous peoples
  • An ability to facilitate and/or make referrals as needed
  • Applicants must be of Indigenous descent
  • Demonstrated ability to function independently, be self-directed and to make competent decisions in a highly complex environment
  • Written and spoken competence in English is required.
  • Ability to travel throughout the region as required.
  • Physically able to perform assigned duties.
  • A valid driver's license and the use of a vehicle.

Education required

  • Undergraduate Degree in a health or social sciences discipline
  • Additional Certifications in health such as trauma-informed care, birthing doula or death doula or willing to obtain
  • 1-3 years

Written and spoken competence in English is required at an advanced level.

What you will do

  • Support the facilitation of a Two-Eyed Seeing approach to wellbeing and care of Indigenous clients Horizon Health Network facilities.
  • Visit and engage with Indigenous clients and families to support a positive hospital experience.
  • Provide advocacy & mediation, assist with health literacy and empower clients to actively participate in health decisions.
  • Promote traditional cultural practices in health and healing by facilitating access to cultural,
    spiritual, and linguistic resources.
  • Provide consultation and navigation support to Indigenous clients, their families, and their healthcare team by strengthening hospital staff awareness of Indigenous community resources through formal and informal education and/or mentoring opportunities.
  • Participate in case conference meetings and discharge planning for Indigenous clients who are returning home or transitioning to long term care as required.
  • Collaborate with community rightsholders & stakeholders (community health centers, non-Insured health Benefits) to ensure seamless transitions during and from acute hospitalization Facilitate and or make necessary referrals as needed.
  • Possess and maintain a strong awareness of Indigenous community resources.
  • Develop written resources for patients and the healthcare team.
  • Provide education sessions to staff, physicians and community partners on Indigenous Health Programming in Horizon and Indigenous patient health needs.
  • Work alongside community partners and our internal colleagues to support understanding and awareness of cultural safety and racism.
  • Assist patients to navigate the complaints process to ensure appropriate follow-up.
  • Develop and complete daily and monthly statistical workload measurement requirements which are submitted regularly to the Indigenous Liaison Committee and Internal Horizon Health departments.

Interested? Apply Today

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About Horizon's Recruitment Process

We thank all applicant who apply; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. All interested applicants are encouraged to apply as an equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.

Horizon's recruitment screening process may include language proficiency testing, clerical testing and/or behavioral assessment. If you are selected for testing, you will be contacted via the email address provided on your application. The official results will be shared with the candidate, Human Resources and the requesting manager electronically and language results will be placed on the personnel file for Horizon's hiring purposes.

Diversity Statement

Horizon is committed to enhancing our diverse and inclusive environment for our employees and patients. We believe in a healthcare system that equally supports all people regardless of race, ethnicity, national origin, social background, religion, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or sexual orientation. An environment based on a commitment to diversity and inclusion supports our goal of safe and quality patient care.

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