Indigenous Lead

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REVISE & REPOSTED

KEY FUNCTION: 

Provide recommendations that are culturally safe and relevant for North Eastern Indigenous communities, organizations and groups, and strengthen regional partnerships to support the implementation and ongoing development of the Ontario Structured Psychotherapy (OSP) program.

REPORTING:

Under the general direction of the Clinical Manager, Ontario Structured Psychotherapy Program.

DUTIES:

1. Lead engagement with local and regional stakeholders to identify service gaps and develop recommendations for the implementation and ongoing development of the OSP program while giving consideration to North Eastern Indigenous communities.  
2. Act as a primary point of contact to prioritize and coordinate goals for the OSP program andpresent complex concepts for stakeholder review (i.e, regional and provincial colleagues within the OSP network).
3. Collaborate with with the Provincial Indigenous Consultant to identify educational needs for OSP clinicians; develop/deliver educational materials regarding cultural teachings and safety applicable to Indigenous clients.
4. Recommend appropriate integration of legislative updates and cultural practices into services and delivery.
5. Represent the program at provincial community of practice and planning tables for Indigenous Leads.
6. Participate in regular meetings with Ontario Health, and provide updates regarding regional Indigenous considerations within the OSP program.
7. Develop, lead, and provide oversight and recommendations to the Indigenous OSP working group. 
8. Conduct and lead gap and needs analyses within the program, and present findings to inform regional and provincial colleagues, Indigenous communities and organizations.
9. Provide recommendations for safe and culturally relevant intake methods for Indigenous clients.
10. Identify appropriate tools to collate feedback from Indigenous clients to evaluate the program and inform implementation and improvement work.
11. Measure the effectiveness of the program with respect to access for Indigenous clients; prepare and present recommendations for regional and provincial stakeholders, Indigenous partners, and community organizations.
12. Develop, implement and monitor effectiveness of an evaluation framework for new strategies/ adaptations and continued evolution within the OSP program, and ensure incorporation of feedback results in the continued evolution and improvement of Indigenous partnerships and OSP services across the service network.
13. Support the development of clinical, culturally safe guidelines for OSP from adaptations designed for therapists delivering therapy to ensure satisfactory care.
14. Collaborate with internal and external communications consultants to ensure advertising and marketing assets are culturally appropriate and relevant to the Indigenous population across the Northeast region.
15. Promote health equity for Indigenous clients impacted by barriers to various social determinants of health.
16. Manage travel and all associated logistics in accordance with HSN’s travel policy, to various Indigenous communities across the region for in-person partner engagement and pathway development.
17. Identify areas for improvement, provide recommendations for change and participate in the review and revision of systems and protocols as required.
18. Liase with Indigenous partners in the OSP network to implement system-wide changes.
19. Determine and align improvement projects with HSN’s Strategic Plan; monitor and adjust to achieve goal outcomes.
20. Participate in education and training specific to current, relevant federal and provincial health and safety legislation, standards and guidelines.
21. Educate and promote health, safety and wellness in the work place.
22. Represent the department or program on various committees and in meetings as required. 
23. Perform other duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION AND TRAINING: 

1. Minimum of a four (4) year Bachelor’s Degree in a health-related field, from an accredited university, or equivalent.
2. Ministry of Labour “Worker Health and Safety Awareness in 4 Steps” training certificate is required.

EXPERIENCE: 

1. Minimum of three (3) years’ experience working with Indigenous communities, organizations or groups.
2. Minimum of one (1) year in a leadership role.
3. Experience working with Indigenous language, culture, customs, and traditions is required.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES: 

1. Demonstrated ability to build effective relationships with various stakeholders across the Northeast and work productively in multi-faceted environment (i.e. in-person, travel, and virtual).
2. Demonstrated excellent communication, leadership, decision making, and problem-solving skills.
3. Demonstrated knowledge of Indigenous governance structures and protocols, organizations, communities, and geographic territories within the Northeastern region.
4. Demonstrated ability to think strategically and implement programs/initiatives.
5. Demonstrated understanding of the social determinants of h health equity.
6. Demonstrated knowledge of Ontario psychotherapy services, regulatory bodies, and ethical issues as they relate to Indigenous patient populations.
7. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with Indigenous Communities and external healthcare organizations.
8. Demonstrated ability and understanding to incorporate Indigenous cultural values and perspectives into program designs and implementation with and for Indigenous people.
9. Demonstrated excellent presentation skills.
10. Demonstrated training, experience or utilization of lean methodology for process improvement.
11. Demonstrated ability to independently identify issues, plan improvements, measure success and continue improvement.
12. Demonstrated excellent computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office software (e.g. Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook) and patient information systems.
13. Demonstrated superior interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
14. Demonstrated effective time management and organizational skills with the ability to organize and prioritize as required.
15. Demonstrated discretion and maturity when handling confidential information.

PERSONAL SUITABILITY: 

1. Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development.
2. Demonstrated professionalism in dealing with confidential and sensitive issues.
3. Demonstrated positive work record and excellent attendance record.
4. Ability to meet the physical and sensory demands of the job.
5. Ability to travel between local sites.
6. Ability to use tact and discretion in dealing with health care providers and patients.
7. Valid driver’s license with access to reliable vehicle.
8. Willingness to travel occasionally within Northern Ontario.

Processus de sélection : Les candidats à ce poste seront choisis selon leurs capacités, compétences, expériences et formations mentionnées dans le curriculum vitæ et le formulaire de demande. L’hôpital se réserve le droit de mener une entrevue officielle au besoin.

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NOUS N’ACCEPTERONS PAS DE CANDIDATURES APRÈS LA DATE ET L’HEURE LIMITES.