Indigenous Health Leadership Position at Vancouver Coastal Health

2 weeks ago


Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada Vancouver Coastal Health Full time

Vancouver Coastal Health is seeking a highly skilled and experienced leader to assume the role of Vice President, Indigenous Health. This position plays a crucial part in driving systemic change within the health system to improve the health and well-being of Indigenous peoples.

This person will be responsible for advancing health equity, promoting cultural safety, and fostering meaningful partnerships with Indigenous communities. They will be a key member of the VCH Senior Executive Team and assume joint accountability for the attainment of the strategic objectives and operational plans of the organization.

The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of organizational and systemic dynamics, underscored by a deep understanding of trauma-informed Indigenous health issues. They will also have demonstrated knowledge of Indigenous community health system requirements and insights from Indigenous community engagement.

The ideal candidate will possess excellent leadership skills, with experience in providing direct service, community-based healthcare delivery systems, and interacting with Indigenous Peoples and Indigenous leadership. They will be able to deploy and measure initiatives aimed at the promotion of diversity, Indigenous cultural safety, and cultural humility within a complex organization.

The salary range for this position is estimated to be between CAD $96,000 and CAD $144,000 per year, based on location and industry standards.

Job Requirements
  • A degree in a medical or clinical profession such as Doctor of Medicine (MD), Nurse Practitioner (NP, DNP), Midwifery, Nursing, or Allied Health profession supplemented with a master's degree in a related discipline such as Health Care Administration or Business Administration.
  • Fifteen (15) years' experience in progressively senior executive leadership roles or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Benefits
  • Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health, and dental.
  • Municipal pension plan.
  • Grow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities.
  • Wellness supports, including counselling, critical incident, and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families.

Vancouver Coastal Health values diversity and is committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment. We encourage applications from equity-deserving communities, including Indigenous Peoples and members of racialized groups, people with disabilities, and people of all gender identities and expressions and sexual orientation.



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