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QUALIFICATIONS

• Grade 12 Education (MB Standards)
• 5 years experience in a health care setting
• Other combinations of education and experience may be considered
• Province of Manitoba Class 5 Drivers License, or equivalent from province of residence, and access to a personal vehicle
• Proficiency with Microsoft programs (Outlook, Word, Excel, Access and Power Point), as well as Internet applications and other Information Technology
• Proficient in a local Indigenous language
• Demonstrated organizational skills, and the ability to work independently
• Demonstrated communication skills
• Demonstrated flexibility to facilitate changes in techniques and procedures
• Demonstrated problem solving and decision making skills
• Demonstrated knowledge and competence of skills and concepts related to the position
• Ability to display independent judgment
• Ability to respect and promote a culturally diverse population
• Ability to respect and promote confidentiality
• Ability to perform the duties of the position on a regular basis
• Ability to work effectively and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, clients and within interdisciplinary team
  

POSITION SUMMARY:
Reporting to BRHC Director and closely aligned with PMH Indigenous Health; the Indigenous Health Patient Advocate will provide support to Indigenous people (First Nations, Metis and Inuit) seeking and accessing care at the Brandon Regional Health Centre. The Indigenous Health Patient Advocate will support and facilitate communication between patients/clients/residents, families, and health care providers. The incumbent’s role will include language and medical translation where possible, provide emotional support and advocacy on behalf of clients/families, knowledge transfer of federal health services, and to help facilitate spiritual and cultural care. The Indigenous Health Patient Advocate will help cultivate a relationship between Indigenous clients and their health care providers that is culturally sensitive and promotes culturally safe care and interactions. The position functions in a manner that is consistent with the mission, vision and values; and the policies of Prairie Mountain Health.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Overview:
Helps to connect acute care with community based health services (i.e. First Nation Home & Community Care Programs and/or Community Health Nurse) where needed to ensure follow through with treatment plans/discharge planning
Connects with Indigenous communities and services and stays up to date on Indigenous specific resources and pathways currently in place
Connects with urban services geared for Indigenous peoples
Establishes a communication link with First Nation community medical transportation services

Close Date:
Oct 16, 2024 4:00 PM
EFT
1.00
Employment Status:
Full Time Indefinite. Term Start Date: To be Determined
NOTE: This INDEFINITE TERM may expire subject to 48 hours notice of return of the current incumbent.
Anticipated Shift
Days
Anticipated shift length:
7.50 hour shifts
Wage Rate:
As per collective agreement
Department:
Indigenous Health
Site:
Regional Programs
Additional Sites:

Location / Home Base:
Swan River
HR Posting Number:
PMHMISC244396
Posting Date:
Oct 09, 2024