Requisition # FIRST003111 (PSAC Bargaining Unit) Regular Part-Time - 0.75 FTE This position is at Level 08 with an hourly pay range of $41.30 - $52.25 Are you looking to be part of an exceptional and passionate health care team in one of Canada's most spectacular natural environments with vast and stunning wilderness at your doorstep?

Yukon

Hospitals strives to cultivate an environment of passionate and engaged people with a culture that values growth, work/life balance, and wellness in helping all our people reach optimal ability.

Whitehorse General

Hospital (79 beds), Watson Lake Community Hospital (6 beds) and Dawson City Community Hospital (6 beds). Reporting to the Manager, First Nation Health Programs, the incumbent participates in patient care, planning, counselling and support to patients and their families. In addition, plans and develops culturally relevant health counselling and support programs for Indigenous (First Nation, Inuk, and Métis) patients.

Acts as a consumer advocate for Indigenous people using the health care system when dealing with Indigenous, community, Territorial, Provincial, and Federal agencies. The incumbent also assists with the planning and provision of culturally relevant training and support for healthcare providers, including the other First Nations Health Programs team members to ensure quality and culturally sensitive holistic healthcare. Excellent knowledge of culture, traditions, social history and economic conditions of Yukon First Nations

- Very good knowledge of trends and developments in the field of child development, with emphasis on First Nation requirements




- Good knowledge of trends and developments in the areas of Indigenous health care and social service with particular emphasis on Indigenous requirements
- Knowledge of health and social programs in the Yukon
- Strong counselling skills
- Positive interpersonal skills for consensus building and problem solving
- Ability to plan and develop culturally relevant health counselling and support programs for First Nations people and healthcare providers
- Ability to work with all Indigenous people and develop and maintain effective interpersonal relationships
- Ability to deal with trauma and stressful situations and work as part of a healthcare team
- The successful candidate will have extensive experience with Yukon First Nations' people and graduation from an acceptable social service or health care program (4 years) is required for this position. Non-Violent Crisis Intervention training is desired. An equivalent combination of education and extensive related working experience may also be considered.

Please note: this position requires the ability to work days, evenings and weekends.

Generous Vacation Time Pension Plan

On-site Gym Indigenous Workforce Initiative - We are committed to having a workforce that reflects the community we serve. When you apply for a job, you can choose to identify as Indigenous in your application.

Yukon

Hospitals' Indigenous Engagement Advisor will then contact you to offer support with your application, share information about training or mentorships, and answer any questions you may have.

Yukon Hospital

Corporation is committed to employment equity. Unfortunately, at this time, we are unable to consider resumes from International applicants. Candidates must be legally entitled to work in Canada in order to apply, i.e. have Landed Immigrant Status, Work Visa, or be a Canadian Citizen.

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