Coord. Indig. Care at Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre

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1‑Temporary Full Time‑ Coordinator Indigenous Care

ITF Indigenous Care Coordinators

It is a condition of this posting that your home unit can accommodate your temporary absence in the event

you are successful.

Why Join Us?

• Impactful Work: Your leadership will directly influence the quality of care provided to our patients and the

efficiency of our operations, in a values based team environment.

• Competitive Compensation: We offer a comprehensive benefits package and competitive salary to attract

top talent.

• Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP): We are proud to participate in the Healthcare of Ontario

Pension Plan (HOOPP), offering our employees the security and peace of mind that comes with having

access to a pension plan. We understand the importance of financial well‑being and believe that a strong

pension recognizes our employees, like you, and provides a stable foundation for your future as part of our

overall compensation package. When you join, you automatically contribute to the Plan each pay period. As

your employer, we also contribute $1.26 for every dollar you contribute.

Joining our team means that you will be an integral part of achieving our mission, vision and values.

Our Mission: We provide quality Care to Patients and Families, supported and advanced by research, innovation

and education that is responsive to the needs of the peoples of Northwestern Ontario.

Our Vision: Exceptional care for every patient, every time.

Our Values: Diversity, Compassion, Excellence, Innovation, Accountability

About the role

The Hospital strives to deliver care that is centred on patients and families. Patient and Family Centred Care (PFCC)

is the provision of care that is respectful of, and responsive to individual patient/family preferences, needs, and values

and ensures that those values guide all decisions. Creating a caring environment for patients and families ensures

continuity of care and fosters a learning environment. Applicants are required to have a demonstrated knowledge,

understanding and commitment to this care philosophy.

Reporting to the Manager, Indigenous Collaboration, Equity & Inclusion the Indigenous Care Coordinator (ICC) is

responsible for providing a range of health and mental health navigation, advocacy, discharge planning and supports

services to Indigenous Peoples accessing health and mental health services at TBRHSC. The ICC will work as a

liaison between the Hospital and local community organizations in order to meet the needs of Indigenous patients.

The ICC works as part of an interprofessional team, including other ICCs who report to Anishnawbe Mushkiki, Grand

Council Treaty #3, and Matawa Health Co‑Operative.

The goal of the program is to improve equitable access to care for Indigenous patients and support their transitions

in care through rigorous discharge planning processes and supports that leverage community/region‑based services

that are culturally appropriate and safer. The ICC will work with local communities to support the smooth transition of

patients as appropriate. The ICC will be a generalist of services available for Indigenous Peoples throughout

Northwestern Ontario. The successful candidate is someone who is passionate about improving the health and

mental health outcomes of Indigenous Peoples by providing culturally appropriate and safer care

EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

Education/Experience

• University degree or college diploma in a health or social sciences, or related field
• Demonstrated experience working with Indigenous Peoples and communities while providing culturally safe, trauma

informed, and patient‑centered care (community references required)

• Knowledge of Indigenous cultures, traditions, histories, and protocols gained through lived experience
• Three (3) to five (5) years of work experience in the Indigenous health, advocacy, community outreach or a related

field

• Current unrestricted registration in good standing as a Registered Nurse or Registered Practical Nurse with the

College of Nurses of Ontario preferred

Skills/Abilities

• Demonstrates the ability to effectively manage multiple competing and frequently shifting priorities simultaneously,

maintaining organization, focus, and attention to detail while adapting to changing demands and timelines

• Demonstrated ability to work in a collaborative team approach with patients, management, medical and support

staff

• Demonstrated awareness and adherence to established standards of professional practice, personal conduct and

safety

• Experience or knowledge of the health care system, local and regional mental health and addictions resources and

availability and community resources, services and supports

• Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
• Experience navigating Non‑Insured Health Benefits and Jordan’s Principle
• Experience in case management, discharge planning and understanding in home care and/or community‑based

service delivery

• Experience in crisis intervention and de‑escalation techniques
• Analytical problem solving and computer skills

Assets

• Fluent in Ojibwe and/or Oji‑Cree
• Certified in Standard First Aid and CPR
• Current certification in BCLS

Salary Range: $43.840 to 54.800

The Health Sciences Centre strives to ensure the safety and security of the patients, visitors, employees and assets

financial and otherwise. All offers of employment to external candidates shall be conditional upon: a satisfactory

Criminal Records Check (CRC) where indicated, to ensure the absence of relevant criminal convictions; and proof of

full vaccinations approved by Health Canada to Occupational Health & Safety. Candidates will have demonstrated

adherence to the Hospital's Code of Conduct. Regular attendance at work is imperative, therefore, all applicants will

have to demonstrate a good attendance record to be considered for this position.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and accessible environment supporting diversity in our work

environment to provide quality care where all feel valued, respected, and supported. We are dedicated to building a

workforce reflective of the communities in which we live and serve and encourage Indigenous people, visible

minorities, and persons with disabilities to apply and self‑identify. Upon request, accommodations due to a disability

are available throughout the selection process. Additionally we are identified as an English/French speaking health

sciences centre and encourage bilingual candidates to apply.

If there are no qualified applicants for the above position, the Hospital may, at their discretion, train unqualified

individuals.

Interested applicants must submit a resume outlining relevant previous experience and training no later than

11:59p.m. on Thursday, 2 July, 2026.

Internal applicants may apply via the job posting page on the iNtranet. External applicants must apply through our

website.

Posted: June 18, 2026

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