POSITION # 20033020

NATIONAL OCCUPATION CODE 42201

POSITION TYPE FULL-TIME

Position Overview

Under the general supervision of the Regional Indigenous Spiritual Care Coordinator, the incumbent is responsible for : seeking out, assessing and responding to the unique spiritual needs of patients, families and staff in an open and non-judgmental manner;

tending to the cultural / spiritual care needs of an individual and family within a medical environment. Providing the necessary guidance and resources to facilitate clients on their healing journey in a manner that is sensitive and respectful.

Experience

• Active member of a traditional healing environment, with experience in a healthcare setting an asset.
• Must be comfortable working in a highly structured environment.
• Must demonstrate the ability to think critically, analyze, conceptualize and apply relevant knowledge to practice.
• Must be able to work independently and as part of a team within an interfaith, inter-spiritual, interdisciplinary, multicultural setting.

Education (Degree / Diploma / Certificate)

• A combination of education and experience as recognized by Indigenous Health and the Elders Advisory Committee will be considered.
• Recognition by the Indigenous community and ability to demonstrate learning’s from own healing journey and teachings received.
• Effectively demonstrate and share indigenous knowledge and approaches.

Certification / Licensure / Registration

Good standing within community spiritual tradition.

Qualifications and Skills

The incumbent is required to be involved in cultural / spiritual practice as a way of life, self-reflective, a critical thinker, involved in ongoing healing and personal growth and is reliable and possess integrity and excellent work ethic.

Physical Requirements

• Able to work within a large geographic area.
• Good physical and mental health.
• Incumbent may be exposed to traumatic events, grief and loss, and mental stress.