Position Summary

Northern Health values diversity within the workplace and our commitment of reaching a representative workforce. For this position, we also want to highlight First Nation, Inuit, Métis or Indigenous Ancestry is regarded as directly relevant to the skills and knowledge for this position. All candidates will be considered; however, preference will be given to Indigenous applicants. For this initiative candidates from this group who wish to qualify for preferential consideration are encouraged to self-identify.

Are you interested in an opportunity to grow professionally within a positive and progressive culture? Northern Health is seeking an Indigenous Recruitment and Retention Ambassador join our Indigenous Health department.

As a member of the Indigenous Health team, the Indigenous Recruitment and Retention Ambassador is responsible for supporting recruitment and retention activities in the assigned Health Service Delivery Area (HSDA) by collaborating with the Recruitment team and by engaging with NH Indigenous employees, managers, FNHA, Métis Chartered Communities, Indigenous nations and communities, Indigenous organizations across the North, and Indigenous students in the Northern Health region with the aim of increasing retention and recruitment of Indigenous talent. Collaborating closely with the Regional Lead, Indigenous Recruitment, the Recruitment team, the Indigenous Recruitment and Retention Ambassador brings Indigenous knowledge and perspectives to the creation of recruitment and retention initiatives for Indigenous employees, applicants, Indigenous nations and communities .This position is also responsible for ensuring new Indigenous recruits are supported through the onboarding stages of the employee life cycle, while supporting retention of existing Indigenous professionals. The Indigenous Recruitment and Retention Ambassador maintains consistent contact with local First Nations schools, elementary and secondary schools to engage Indigenous students in future opportunities in healthcare. This position liaises with hiring managers, reviews policies and practices that affect Indigenous recruitment, onboarding, retention, and recommends improvements.

Starting salary will be approximately from $62,239 to $77,799 and will be based on education, training, experience, and salaries of similar positions.

Prince George Prince George is the centre of business, education, health and culture for northern British Columbia and services a rural population of about 300,000. The region’s economic growth and diversification strategies are creating outstanding opportunities for investors, employers and employees. Affordable housing, land prices and transportation costs, due to short and quick commutes; result in one of the lowest costs of living for a city of its size in the province. Additionally, wage rates fall above provincial averages, providing residents of Prince George with a high standard of living in one of BC’s most beautiful regions. The city itself is the 4th largest in British Columbia and has a population of approximately 82,300 local residents and a service centre for nearly 320,000. It is built on the confluence of the Fraser and Nechako rivers. Prince George is the home of the University of Northern British Columbia – Canada’s Green university. The warm, friendly and diverse population attests to a strong and dynamic community spirit. Check out Prince George for more information on what this community has to offer.

What Northern Health has to offer you!
• Comprehensive benefit packages including extended health/dental and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casuals have the option of paying for benefits.
• Four weeks vacation with one year of continuous service
• Financial Support for Moving Expenses is available for eligible positions
• Employee referral program
• Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
• Spectacular outdoor activities and the shortest commutes in BC
• “Loan Forgiveness Programs” are offered through the Federal and BC Government for eligible professions.

IMPORTANT NOTE:
As part of your application process, you will need to upload the following documentation:
• Registration number (if you are part of a regulated profession)
• Any supporting documents regarding education/qualifications for this position.
Examples may include:
• Program certificates or diplomas
• High school/college/university transcripts etc.
• It is also recommended to provide a cover letter and resume

Are you an International Applicant? Before applying for a job with Northern Health, please follow these steps on our Northern Health careers page

Qualifications

• Education, training, and experience equivalent to a Diploma in Business, Healthcare Administration, or Human Resources and a minimum of three (3) years’ recent, related experience working with Indigenous communities/nations and Indigenous job seekers.
• Northern Health values lived experience, as a foundation to the development of skills. We are committed to upskilling staff with local cultural knowledge, connection to community, and lived experience with and for the people we serve. Knowledge and understanding of cultural practices and Indigenous ways of knowing and being is an asset in this role.
• Pursuant to section 41 of the British Columbia Human Rights Code, preference will be given to applicants of Indigenous Ancestry.

Skills and Abilities:
• Demonstrated knowledge of Indigenous communities, Métis Chartered communities and Indigenous employment and training resources in Northern Health and demonstrated skills in the area of addressing cultural safety, anti- Indigenous racism, and respect in the workplace.
• Demonstrated knowledge of employment issues impacting Indigenous peoples.
• Demonstrated coaching, facilitation, mentor, and motivation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain professional relationships.
• Demonstrated ability to engage with FN communities and Métis Chartered Communities and to communicate clearly and effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrated ability for critical thinking and problem solve.
• Awareness and knowledge of Indigenous retention and recruitment practices.
• Demonstrated awareness of promotional and marketing skills.
• Ability to be self-directed, work independently and collaboratively with others as part of a team.
• Ability to anticipate and respond to changing priorities or unforeseen opportunities.
• Knowledge of current employment and labor acts and regulations and applicable collective agreements.
• Ability to work effectively, both independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work and balance multiple activities.
• Willingness and ability to travel.
• Valid Drivers’ license and personal vehicle to facilitate travel to communities with Northern Health
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

Who we are
Northern Health covers an area of nearly 600,000 square kilometers and offers health services in over two dozen communities and 55 First Nation’s communities. We deliver hospital and community-based health care for a population of 300,000.
Employing more than 7,000 staff throughout the region, Northern Health provides exceptional health services for Northerners, through the efforts of dedicated staff and physicians, in partnership with communities and organizations in Northern BC.
There is a wide variety of career opportunities available in our two dozen hospitals, 25 long-term care facilities, public health units and many other offices providing specialized services.

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