indigenous engagement liaison, metis nation

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 interested in an opportunity to grow professionally within a positive and progressive culture? Northern Health is seeking an Indigenous Engagement Liaison, Métis Nation to join the Indigenous Health team.

Reporting to the Lead, Indigenous Health Engagement and Integration, and working closely with Métis Nation BC's leadership, and Métis Chartered Community leadership and representatives, the Indigenous Engagement Liaison, Métis Nation (the Liaison) facilitates the learning about and incorporation of Métis cultural approaches to wellness and health into the services provided to Métis people by Northern Health. The Liaison's role focuses on promoting and improving culturally safe, inclusive, and respectful care and services for Métis people throughout their health care journey. To support the exchange of information and the problem-solving of care pathways for Métis people, the Liaison proactively builds strong communication networks and positive relationships with Métis Chartered Communities across Northern Health. To support deep and respectful learning about the Métis Nation, the Liaison contributes to and facilitates educational opportunities for NH staff and Physicians, develops guidelines for NH service teams, and actively contributes to the planning and implementation of initiatives agreed to with Métis Nation BC in the Northern Region Métis Health and Wellness Plan. To ensure continuous development and positive communication, The Liaison participates on the Northern Health Métis AHIC (Aboriginal Health Improvement Committee), reporting to AHIC on behalf of the NH Indigenous Health team and reporting out to the NH Indigenous Health team on a regular basis.

Starting salary will be approximately from $74,618 to $93,273 and will be based on education, training, experience, and salaries of similar positions.

Prince George
Prince George is the centre of business, education, health and culture for northern British Columbia and services a rural population of about 300,000. The region's economic growth and diversification strategies are creating outstanding opportunities for investors, employers and employees. Affordable housing, land prices and transportation costs, due to short and quick commutes; result in one of the lowest costs of living for a city of its size in the province. Additionally, wage rates fall above provincial averages, providing residents of Prince George with a high standard of living in one of BC's most beautiful regions. The city itself is the 4th largest in British Columbia and has a population of approximately 82,300 local residents and a service centre for nearly 320,000. It is built on the confluence of the Fraser and Nechako rivers. Prince George is the home of the University of Northern British Columbia – Canada's Green university. The warm, friendly and diverse population attests to a strong and dynamic community spirit. Check out Prince George for more information on what this community has to offer.

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 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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