Come work as an Indigenous Care Coordinator with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) on the North Shore Community Outreach team at the HOpe Center in North Vancouver.

Within the context of a person, family, and community centered, trauma and violence-informed and culturally safe, care model and in accordance with the standards of practice and the established vision and values of the organization, the Indigenous Care Coordinator works as part of an interdisciplinary community team using a strengths-based model, comprehensive treatment plans and discharge planning services to support clients dually diagnosed with mental health and substance use issues.

Provides treatment services including crisis intervention and group facilitation, establishes and maintains relationships with clients, collaborates with the interdisciplinary team and other community resources, liaises and consults with internal/external physicians, governmental and community social service, health and mental health agencies in facilitating client’s access to services.

Participates in committees and meetings, engages in on-going team planning, development and quality improvement activities and maintains and updates own knowledge.

The hours of work including days off and work area may be subject to change consistent with operational requirements and the provision of the Collective Agreement and applicable statutes.

Successful applicants may be required to complete a Criminal Records Review Check.

As per Ministry of Health policy, all health care workers working in publicly-funded health care facilities are required to report their past receipt of certain vaccines or history of certain infections.



Collecting these records will allow for offering of any missing vaccines, and for appropriate actions to be taken in the event of any future exposure to a communicable disease or during outbreaks. For all new hires and appointments to Vancouver Coastal Health, you will be asked to provide this information as part of the onboarding process.

WHY JOIN VANCOUVER COASTAL HEALTH?

VCH is a world class innovator in medical care, research and teaching, delivering service to more than one million BC residents. At VCH, we embrace thinking boldly, taking smart risks, and "going first" when we believe it will lead to the best possible outcomes for patients and their families. We invite you to join us in creating healthy lives in healthy communities by showcasing our passion for care, connection to the communities we serve and our culture of teamwork that makes VCH a outstanding place to work.

- Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental and municipal pension plan
- Grow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
- Wellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families
- Award-winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff and volunteers
- Access to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staff





At Vancouver Coastal Health, our vision of healthy lives in healthy communities inspires us and our values and pillars guide us. We support equitable practices, diverse teams and inclusive environments, which are vital to creating welcoming spaces where everyone can bring their whole selves to work and feel supported. We encourage applications from equity-deserving communities, including Indigenous Peoples and members of racialized groups, people with disabilities and people of all gender identities and expressions and sexual orientation.

Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers, BC’s Top Employers, Canada’s Best Diversity Employers and Canada's Top Employers for Young People in 2026.

Thank you for your interest in Vancouver Coastal Health.

Education & Experience

- Bachelor's degree in a behavioural science from a recognized program.
- Two (2) years' recent related experience working in Indigenous-led or First Nations organizations providing mental health and substance use clinical services in community-based settings for the designated program, or an equivalent combination of education, training or experience.
- Valid BC Drivers License. Local area travel may require the use of a personal vehicle.
- Pursuant to Section 41 of the British Columbia Human Rights Code, preference will be given to individuals of Indigenous identity (First Nations, Inuit, Métis).

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

- Comprehensive knowledge and demonstrated ability to provide culturally safe care, has completed Indigenous Cultural Safety Training.
- Demonstrated und

📌 Indigenous Care Coordinator (Vancouver)
🏢 Vancouver Coastal Health
📍 Vancouver