Indigenous Outreach Liaison DRCC Administration Status: Regular Full Time Days, Evenings, Weekends; 8 Hour Shifts Schedule (Subject to Change) Wage Schedule: $35.540 - $47.900 per hour Lakeridge Health is more than a hospital. It is a health network that includes five hospitals, a long-term care home, a community-based surgical centre, and more than 30 community sites across the Durham Region. Best Health. and supported by a dedicated team of nearly 9,000 staff, physicians, and volunteers, Lakeridge Health is a place where the best people want to start, grow, and finish their careers in health care.

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The Indigenous Outreach

Liaison supports the implementation of the Central East Regional Indigenous Cancer Plan and the First Nations, Inuit, Métis and Urban Indigenous Cancer Strategy by advancing initiatives that improve the cancer journey for Indigenous peoples and their families. Working closely with the Regional Indigenous Cancer Lead and Indigenous Cancer Program Navigator, the Indigenous Outreach Liaison serves as a trusted partner to Indigenous communities, organizations, healthcare providers, and system partners across the Central East Region. The role focuses on Community engagement, relationship building, program development, project leadership, knowledge sharing, and quality improvement to support culturally safe and equitable cancer care across the Central East Region.

Establish, strengthen, and maintain respectful, reciprocal relationships with First Nations, Inuit, Métis, and Urban Indigenous Communities, organizations, leadership, Elders, Knowledge Keepers, and service providers. " Support community-driven priorities and initiatives related to cancer prevention, screening, diagnosis, treatment, survivorship, and palliative care. " Act as a liaison between Indigenous Communities, healthcare organizations, and regional partners. " Participate in and coordinate Community outreach activities, engagement sessions, and events throughout the Central East Region.



" Support the development, implementation, and evaluation of Indigenous-focused cancer care initiatives and programs. " Collaborate and co-design with Indigenous Communities, organizations, and healthcare partners to identify needs, opportunities, and priorities. " Monitor program outcomes and support continuous quality improvement initiatives. " Collect, analyze, and report on program and project outcomes to inform planning and decision-making, guided by Indigenous Community engagement and governance. " Lead and support projects that advance Indigenous cancer care priorities. " Develop project plans, timelines, workplans, and reports. " Coordinate stakeholders, working groups, and implementation activities. " Support quality improvement and change initiatives that enhance culturally safe care and patient experiences. " Support knowledge sharing and professional development opportunities for healthcare providers, Community partners, and stakeholders. " Promote awareness and understanding of Indigenous worldviews and culturally safe care practices. " Assist in the development of culturally appropriate educational materials, resources, and tools for patients and healthcare providers. " Prepare presentations, reports, briefing notes, and other project documentation. " Post-secondary education in Indigenous Studies, Social Work, Health Promotion, Public Health, Social Sciences, or another related discipline preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. " Lived experience, preferred, together with knowledge of Indigenous worldviews, cultural practices, and Indigenous health priorities. " Proven experience building and maintaining respectful,



reciprocal relationships with Indigenous communities and organizations. " Minimum of two (2) years of experience in healthcare, Indigenous health, community development, or a related environment. " Strong understanding of Indigenous governance structures, protocols, organizations, communities, geographic territories, relevant legislation and Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada (TRC) Calls to Action. " Demonstrated experience in project management, including planning, implementation, monitoring, evaluation, and reporting. " Experience with program development, implementation, and evaluation. " Experience leading or supporting quality improvement initiatives. " Experience coordinating community engagement and stakeholder collaboration activities. " Experience with grant writing and funding applications is preferred. " Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant software applications. " Knowledge of the Ontario healthcare system and the cancer continuum as it relates to Indigenous peoples. " Understanding of health equity, Indigenous health, and patient‑centred care principles. " Ability and willingness to travel regularly throughout the Central East Region, including to Indigenous, rural, and remote communities. " Demonstrated commitment to the values of Inclusion, Teamwork, Compassion, Innovation, and Joy. " Satisfactory performance record. " Demonstrated commitment to workplace, patient, and environmental safety.

At Lakeridge

Health, we value inclusion and diversity. We are committed to employing a workforce that is representative of the diverse community we provide services to and welcome applications from all qualified applicants from all backgrounds. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the recruitment and assessment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).

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Health may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools as part of the recruitment and screening process. The terms and conditions of employment are in accordance with Lakeridge Health's policies and procedures.

📌 Indigenous Outreach Liaison (Oshawa)
🏢 Lakeridge Health
📍 Oshawa