Indigenous Health Promotion Specialist, Indigenous Cancer Control - BC Cancer Provincial

Indigenous Health Promotion Specialist, Indigenous Cancer Control
BC Cancer
Provincial, BC

The Indigenous Health Promotion Specialist works in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders and Indigenous community partners to create and/or organize community activities, resources and tools to promote healthy lifestyle choices amongst Indigenous communities. The Indigenous Health Promotion Specialist advises and educates colleagues, healthcare practitioners and Indigenous community partners on the delivery of health promotion information on prevention, screening and hereditary cancer.

What you’ll do

• Identify opportunities for evidence-based education, promotion and Indigenous community engagement in prevention, screening and hereditary cancer by conducting ongoing environmental scans, utilizing program data, being aware of emerging issues and areas of greatest need, identifying key leaders and potential opportunities for collaboration with Indigenous communities and other stakeholders, and cultivating partnerships for action.
• Coordinate community engagement and health promotion initiatives in partnership with Indigenous communities and organizations through methods such as building and maintaining relationships; being a resource for groups and creating action plans in the areas of prevention, screening and hereditary cancer that fall within BC Cancer mandates and priorities; and representing BC Cancer in partnership alliances.
• Maintain a variety of electronic systems including a database of contacts and organizations to support health promotion and engagement work across communities including under-served populations.
• Facilitate training and education for healthcare practitioners and community engagement partners on delivering health promotion information on prevention, screening and hereditary cancer.
• Implement and coordinate community-based promotion and engagement activities working with internal stakeholders, vendors and community partners. Evaluate activities and provide recommendations for improvement.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

What you bring

Qualifications

• A level of education, training, and experience equivalent to a Bachelor’s Degree in a related field.
• Five (5) years of recent related experience working with Indigenous communities in public health, health promotion, education, community development/capacity building.
• Lived experience with patient population is an asset.

You will also have:

• Demonstrated presentation, facilitation, and collaboration skills that display an ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. 
• Ability to work professionally and with discretion. 
• Ability to interact professionally with a variety of staff as a member of a team, other professionals and the public; ability to maintain and build partnerships through relationship building and networking. 
• Knowledge of issues related to cancer prevention and related health care environment and trends. 
• Ability to work independently, take initiative and work with minimal supervision. 
• Demonstrated ability to use computer related tools including word processing, spreadsheet, database, and internet and presentation software at an advanced level.
• A proven ability to problem-solve and be a creative and proactive thinker. 
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills, ability to prioritize work, and be flexible to changing priorities while under various time constraints to meet deadlines. 
• Commitment to upholding the shared responsibility of creating lasting and meaningful reconciliation in Canada as per TRC (2015) and BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019).
• Knowledge of social, economic, political and historical realities impacting indigenous communities and familiarity with Indigenous Cultural Safety and anti-racism and accompanying reports (BC DRIPA, TRC, etc.).

What we bring

Every PHSA employee enables the best possible patient care for our patients and their families. Whether you are providing direct care, conducting research, or making it possible for others to do their work, you impact the lives of British Columbians today and in the future. That’s why we’re focused on your care too – offering health, wellness, development programs to support you – at work and at home.

• Being a part of a small team and playing a key role in implementing aspects of BC's first Indigenous Cancer Strategy.
• Join one of BC’s largest employers with province-wide programs, services and operations – offering vast opportunities for growth, development, and recognition programs that honour the commitment and contribution of all employees.
• Access to professional development opportunities through our in-house training programs, including +2,000 courses, such as our San’yas Indigenous Cultural Safety Training course, or Core Linx for Leadership roles.
• Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including municipal pension plan, and psychological health & safety programs and holistic wellness resources.
• Annual statutory holidays (13) with generous vacation entitlement and accruement.
• PHSA is a remote work friendly employer, welcoming flexible work options to support our people (eligibility may vary, depending on position).
• Access to WorkPerks, a premium discount program offering a wide range of local and national discounts on electronics, entertainment, dining, travel, wellness, apparel, and more.

Job Type: Regular, Full-Time 

Salary Range: $67,861.00 - $97,550.00/Year. The starting salary for this position would be determined with consideration of the successful candidate’s relevant education and experience and would be in alignment with the provincial compensation reference plan. Salary will be prorated
accordingly for part time roles.

Location: Provincial Position- Candidate must be within the vicinity of any of the 6 regional cancer centres.

Applications will be accepted until position is filled.

Hours of Work: Mon-Fri; 830-1215 / 1245-1630

Requisition Number: 174720E

What we do

BC Cancer provides comprehensive cancer control for the people of British Columbia.

BC Cancer is part of the Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA).

(PHSA) plans, manages and evaluates specialized health services with the BC health authorities to provide equitable and cost-effective health care for people throughout the province. Our values reflect our commitment to excellence and include: Respect people – Be compassionate – Dare to innovate – Cultivate partnerships – Serve with purpose.

Learn more about PHSA and our programs: jobs.phsa.ca/programs-and-services

PHSA and BC Cancer are committed to employment equity, encouraging all qualified individuals to apply. We recognize that our ability to provide the best care for our diverse patient populations relies on a rich diversity of skills, knowledge, background and experience, and value a safe, inclusive and welcoming environment.

Reconciliation is an ongoing process and a shared responsibility for all of us. The BC Governments’ unanimous passage of the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act was a significant step forward in this journey—one that all health authorities are expected to support as we work in cooperation with Indigenous Peoples to establish a clear and sustainable path to lasting reconciliation. True reconciliation will take time and ongoing commitment to work with Indigenous Peoples as they move toward self-determination. Guiding these efforts Crown agencies must remain focused on creating opportunities that implement the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Mandate.

ATTN: PHSA Employees:

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