Coor, Indigenous Cultural Safety Educ FT
St Joseph's Care Group
Date: 17 hours ago
City: Thunder Bay, ON
Salary:
CA$77,691
-
CA$97,129
per year
Contract type: Full time

By promoting a culture of inclusion and mutual respect, we ensure that our values of care, compassion, and commitment are reflected in every aspect of our work. If you are passionate about making a difference in healthcare and are committed to upholding these values, we encourage you to apply and join us in our journey towards a more inclusive and equitable future.
Accommodations are available upon request at any stage in the selection process.
Please note that bargaining unit applicants will be considered prior to other applicants in accordance with the terms of the applicable collective agreement.
We thank you for your interest; however, only candidates selected for an interview may be contacted.
Indigenous Cultural Safety Education Coordinator (25-0000541)
Bargaining Unit: NON-UNION
Status: Full Time
Department: Indigenous Health
Site: St. Joseph's Hospital
Shifts: Days
Annual Salary: $77,691 - $97,129
Under the direct supervision of the Manager - Mikinaak Gagiigidowin - Indigenous Cultural Safety & Education, the Indigenous Cultural Safety Education Coordinator is responsible for overseeing corporate educational programming that aligns with Wiidosem Dabasendizowin - Walking with Humility: Embracing the Teachings of the West cultural safety initiatives within St. Joseph's Care Group (SJCG). Key responsibilities include planning, designing, developing, implementing, coordinating, facilitating, and evaluating employee, and leader development initiatives and programs with a goal of enhancing SJCG's capacity to offer a culturally safe environment for all.
Qualifications:
Education/Experience:
Skills/Abilities:
Assets:
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Accommodations are available upon request at any stage in the selection process.
Please note that bargaining unit applicants will be considered prior to other applicants in accordance with the terms of the applicable collective agreement.
We thank you for your interest; however, only candidates selected for an interview may be contacted.
Indigenous Cultural Safety Education Coordinator (25-0000541)
Bargaining Unit: NON-UNION
Status: Full Time
Department: Indigenous Health
Site: St. Joseph's Hospital
Shifts: Days
Annual Salary: $77,691 - $97,129
Under the direct supervision of the Manager - Mikinaak Gagiigidowin - Indigenous Cultural Safety & Education, the Indigenous Cultural Safety Education Coordinator is responsible for overseeing corporate educational programming that aligns with Wiidosem Dabasendizowin - Walking with Humility: Embracing the Teachings of the West cultural safety initiatives within St. Joseph's Care Group (SJCG). Key responsibilities include planning, designing, developing, implementing, coordinating, facilitating, and evaluating employee, and leader development initiatives and programs with a goal of enhancing SJCG's capacity to offer a culturally safe environment for all.
Qualifications:
Education/Experience:
- An individual who is of Indigenous ancestry with an in-depth understanding of Indigenous culture and tradition, worldview, history, ceremonies, and language
- A level of education, training and experience equivalent to an undergraduate or graduate (i.e. Masters preferred) in Indigenous Health/Education or a related discipline
- Experience working on an interprofessional team in a health care setting, collaborating with Indigenous and non-Indigenous stakeholders, program evaluation, Indigenous/cultural safety curriculum development and facilitation
Skills/Abilities:
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate effectively and concisely, both orally and in writing, and to work effectively with diverse communities and stakeholders
- Ability to establish and nurture effective and collaborative working relationships with a variety of partners including community partners within the Indigenous community
- Ability to deliver education/presentations utilizing Indigenous Knowledge and frameworks
- Excellent leadership and team-building skills, with the ability to motivate, guide, develop, teach, coach, and mentor all levels of care providers
- Demonstrates knowledge and commitment to the Health Ethics Guide developed by the Catholic Health Alliance of Canada (CHAC), First Nations principles of data ownership, control, access, and possession (OCAP), and Accreditation Canada/Health Standard Organization British Columbia Cultural Safety and Humility Standard
- Ability to assess and manage conflict in environments that are often cross-cultural, emotionally-charged, and deal with complex learning. Ability to deal with cultural issues sensitively
- Ability to design education plans, curriculum including educational materials and resources, and lesson plans
- Passionate about contributing to positive social change and commitment to anti-oppression and anti-racism in the health care system
- Strong project/time management, analytical/critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision making skills
- Ability to work independently, interdependently, and participate as a contributing member of a variety of teams within the workplace
- Ability to support the multi-faith context
- Knowledge of social services, health services, and cultural practices, particularly related to Indigenous peoples
- Proficiency with office software, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, as well as Canva
- Ability to speak Anishinaabemowin or Anishininimowin is preferred
Assets:
- Ongoing involvement with Indigenous culture and traditions, comprehensive knowledge, understanding and awareness of Indigenous traditions, ceremony, teachings, and practices
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
- This position shall be conditional upon a satisfactory Criminal Record & Judicial Matters Check (CRJMC) where indicated, to ensure the absence of relevant criminal convictions.
- Ability to work flexible hours, including occasional evenings or weekends, to meet service needs
- Will be required to travel to various work locations, providing own transportation
- Offers of employment made to external candidates are conditional upon providing proof of COVID-19 vaccination as per the SJCG Immunization Policy or proof of valid medical exemption, prior to the offered effective date. If proof of vaccination or valid medical exemption is not provided, the offer of employment is rescinded.
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