Indigenous Patient Navigator
4 weeks ago
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Indigenous Patient Navigator to join our team at Interior Health Authority. As a key member of our Mental Health and Substance Use team, you will play a vital role in providing culturally safe care to Indigenous clients and their families.
About the Role:The Indigenous Patient Navigator will work closely with healthcare providers, community organizations, and Indigenous clients to ensure seamless navigation of healthcare services. Your expertise in Indigenous culture and knowledge of federal, provincial, territorial, regional, and Indigenous organizations will be invaluable in providing culturally safe care.
Key Responsibilities:- Provide consultative and navigational services to healthcare professionals, clients, and families to understand and address their needs.
- Support healthcare providers in providing culturally safe care, including coordinating client/family spiritual care requests and access to sacred spaces.
- Link clients with community resources and services, including Indigenous translators and spiritual services.
- Assist clients in navigating healthcare services, including acute care, home health, community, mental health, addictions, chronic disease, and public health services.
- Participate in discharge planning and provide client-specific navigation of services.
- Education, training, and experience in social work, healthcare, or a relevant field.
- Two years of related experience working in a healthcare environment.
- Demonstrated knowledge, experience, and understanding of Indigenous people and their culture.
- Knowledge of federal, provincial, territorial, regional, and Indigenous organizations mandated to provide health services.
- Preference will be given to candidates proficient in one or more Indigenous languages.
Interior Health Authority is committed to creating a workplace that is inclusive and respectful of all employees. We offer a competitive salary range of $65,800 to $94,700, as well as a comprehensive benefits package, including medical services plan, extended health and dental coverage, and municipal pension plan.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from Indigenous candidates. Preference will be given to candidates who self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, Métis, or Inuit).
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