Indigenous Health Navigator

3 weeks ago

Grande Prairie, Canada Grande Prairie Friendship Centre Full time

**Indigenous Health Navigator**
- Temporary full-time position until March 31, 2024_

**Qualifications**:

- Social work or related experience working within an Indigenous wellness framework and/or community outreach
- Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of Indigenous cultures, histories, and health disparities
- Experience working in cross-cultural settings
- Asset-based approach to patient care
- Demonstrated effective interpersonal skills in a variety of settings
- Proficient in computer skills
- Able to work independently
- Ability to problem-solve and use critical thinking skills
- Ability to build relationships and rapport with different types of people, including clients, family members, agency support workers, and health care providers
- Excellent written and spoken communication skills
- Flexible, responsive, and adaptable to evolving client and health care provider’s needs
- Valid driver’s license
- Current, cleared Criminal record check and child intervention check

**Responsibilities**:

- Establish close relationships with, and serve as primary point of contact for clients
- Home visits on a regular basis
- Engage with clients and families to understand their specific healthcare needs and preferences
- Transport clients to appointments as needed
- Accompany clients to medical appointments when required
- Deliver in-home weekly meals as required
- Establish partnerships with health care providers
- Advocate for the rights and interests of clients, ensuring they receive respectful and equitable treatment within the healthcare system
- Identify resources for clients to overcome barriers to care
- Remain aware of current services offered by service providers, (such as mental health and addictions support available)
- Maintain documentation and complete all required reporting requirements in a timely manner
- Maintain accurate and confidential records of client engagement and progress
- Attend relevant meetings and represent the organization in a professional manner, as requested by the Supervisor

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

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