Regional Indigenous Discharge Coordinator

POSITION #                              20067509

NATIONAL OCCUPATION CODE         41404

POSITION TYPE                           FULL-TIME

Position Overview

Under the immediate supervision of the Hospital Services Program Manager; the incumbent is responsible for:

• Supporting, participating in and interpreting the philosophy, objectives and policies for the Winnipeg Regional Health Authority (WRHA).
• Supporting and participating in regional utilization initiatives.
• In collaboration with other health professionals, coordinating discharge planning for Indigenous patients throughout the WRHA in a professional manner.
• Demonstrating effective communication and teaching skills with Indigenous patients and hospital staff.
• Demonstrating interest and participation in professional development activities.

Experience

• Minimum of 2 years recent experience working with Indigenous patients in an acute care setting.
• Must have extensive experience working in and with the Indigenous community and be familiar with available resources both locally and in rural locations.

Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)

• Bachelor's degree in a health or social services discipline; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge and awareness of Indigenous culture and traditional healing practices.
• Must have knowledge of MS Office (Word), Outlook, Email, knowledge of Access database.

Qualifications and Skills

• Must have knowledge of the First Nation and Inuit Health Branch policies and procedures; functions and roles of Nursing Stations; First Nation Health Centres; Northern Medical Unit; and Telehealth technology.
• Familiarity in implementing a multi-disciplinary team approach to client care.
• Demonstrated competency in patient teaching.
• Knowledge of Indigenous languages preferred.
• Knowledge of traditional and/or contemporary Indigenous customs and practices.

Please send a cover letter and a resume to employerrep@abcentre.org.

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