Coordinator Indigenous Care-FT
About the role
Ref# 25NON064
1 ‑ Full Time ‑ Coordinator Indigenous Care
ITF Indigenous Care Coordinators
Reporting to the Manager, Indigenous Collaboration, Equity & Inclusion the Indigenous Care Coordinator (ICC) is
responsible for providing a range of health and mental health navigation, advocacy, discharge planning and supports
services to Indigenous Peoples accessing health and mental health services at TBRHSC. The ICC will work as a
liaison between the Hospital and local community organizations in order to meet the needs of Indigenous patients.
The ICC works as part of an interprofessional team, including other ICCs who report to Anishnawbe Mushkiki and
Grand Council Treaty #3.
The goal of the program is to improve equitable access to care for Indigenous patients and support their return home
through rigorous discharge planning processes and supports that leverage community/region based services that are
culturally appropriate and safe. The ICC will work with local communities to support the smooth transition of patients
back to their homes as appropriate. The ICC will be a generalist of services available for Indigenous people
throughout northwestern Ontario. The successful candidate is someone who is passionate about improving the
health and mental health outcomes of Indigenous Peoples by providing culturally appropriate and safe care.
EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:
Education/Experience:
* Current unrestricted registration as a Registered Nurse or Registered Practical Nurse with the College of Nurses of
Ontario, or unrestricted registration as Social Worker with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service
Workers Master's prepared
* University degree or college diploma in health or social sciences field; work experience in the health and/or social
work field preferred
* Current certification in BCLS
* Experience working with Indigenous peoples and communities and providing culturally safe and patient centered
care
Skills/Abilities:
* Demonstrated ability to work in a collaborative team approach with corporate clients, management, medical and
support staff
* Demonstrated awareness and adherence to established standards of professional practice, personal conduct and
safety
* Experience or knowledge of the health care system, local and regional mental health and addictions resources and
availability and community resources, services and supports
* Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
* Analytical problem solving and computer skills
* Knowledge of and experience with case management
Assets:
* Knowledge of the principles of Psychosocial Rehabilitation or a similar recovery based model of care
* Fluent in Ojibway and/or Oji Cree
* Experience in discharge planning
* Experience in home care and/or community based service delivery
Salary Range: $45.351 to 53.354
The Health Sciences Centre strives to ensure the safety and security of the patients, visitors, employees and assets
financial and otherwise. All offers of employment to external candidates shall be conditional upon: a satisfactory
Criminal Records Check (CRC) where indicated, to ensure the absence of relevant criminal convictions; and proof of
full vaccination of all required doses of a COVID‑19 vaccine approved by Health Canada to Occupational Health &
Safety.
The Hospital is committed to delivering healthcare in a manner that is consistent with Patient and Family Centred
Care. Applicants are required to have a demonstrated knowledge, understanding and commitment to this care
philosophy.
Candidates will have demonstrated adherence to the Hospital's Code of Conduct. Regular attendance at work is
imperative, therefore, all applicants will have to demonstrate a good attendance record to be considered for this
position.
Joining our team means that you will be an integral part of achieving our mission, vision and values.
Our Mission: We provide quality Care to Patients and Families, supported and advanced by research, innovation
and education that is responsive to the needs of the peoples of Northwestern Ontario.
Our Vision: Exceptional care for every patient, every time.
Our Values: Diversity, Compassion, Excellence, Innovation, Accountability
We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and accessible environment supporting diversity in our work
environment to provide quality care where all feel valued, respected, and supported. We are dedicated to building a
workforce reflective of the communities in which we live and serve and encourage Indigenous people, visible
minorities, and persons with disabilities to apply and self‑identify. Upon request, accommodations due to a disability
are available throughout the selection process. Additionally we are identified as an English/French speaking health
sciences centre and encourage bilingual candidates to apply.
If there are no qualified applicants for the above position, the Hospital may, at their discretion, train unqualified
individuals.
Interested applicants must submit a resume outlining relevant previous experience and training no later than
11:59p.m. on Friday, 25 July, 2025.
Internal applicants may apply via the job posting page on the iNtranet. External applicants must apply through our
website.
Posted: July 11, 2025
NON UNION
About Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre
Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre has a Mission to deliver a quality patient experience in an academic health care environment that is responsive to the needs of the population of Northwestern Ontario. We are a recognized leader in Patient and Family Centred Care.
Coordinator Indigenous Care-FT
About the role
Ref# 25NON064
1 ‑ Full Time ‑ Coordinator Indigenous Care
ITF Indigenous Care Coordinators
Reporting to the Manager, Indigenous Collaboration, Equity & Inclusion the Indigenous Care Coordinator (ICC) is
responsible for providing a range of health and mental health navigation, advocacy, discharge planning and supports
services to Indigenous Peoples accessing health and mental health services at TBRHSC. The ICC will work as a
liaison between the Hospital and local community organizations in order to meet the needs of Indigenous patients.
The ICC works as part of an interprofessional team, including other ICCs who report to Anishnawbe Mushkiki and
Grand Council Treaty #3.
The goal of the program is to improve equitable access to care for Indigenous patients and support their return home
through rigorous discharge planning processes and supports that leverage community/region based services that are
culturally appropriate and safe. The ICC will work with local communities to support the smooth transition of patients
back to their homes as appropriate. The ICC will be a generalist of services available for Indigenous people
throughout northwestern Ontario. The successful candidate is someone who is passionate about improving the
health and mental health outcomes of Indigenous Peoples by providing culturally appropriate and safe care.
EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:
Education/Experience:
* Current unrestricted registration as a Registered Nurse or Registered Practical Nurse with the College of Nurses of
Ontario, or unrestricted registration as Social Worker with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service
Workers Master's prepared
* University degree or college diploma in health or social sciences field; work experience in the health and/or social
work field preferred
* Current certification in BCLS
* Experience working with Indigenous peoples and communities and providing culturally safe and patient centered
care
Skills/Abilities:
* Demonstrated ability to work in a collaborative team approach with corporate clients, management, medical and
support staff
* Demonstrated awareness and adherence to established standards of professional practice, personal conduct and
safety
* Experience or knowledge of the health care system, local and regional mental health and addictions resources and
availability and community resources, services and supports
* Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
* Analytical problem solving and computer skills
* Knowledge of and experience with case management
Assets:
* Knowledge of the principles of Psychosocial Rehabilitation or a similar recovery based model of care
* Fluent in Ojibway and/or Oji Cree
* Experience in discharge planning
* Experience in home care and/or community based service delivery
Salary Range: $45.351 to 53.354
The Health Sciences Centre strives to ensure the safety and security of the patients, visitors, employees and assets
financial and otherwise. All offers of employment to external candidates shall be conditional upon: a satisfactory
Criminal Records Check (CRC) where indicated, to ensure the absence of relevant criminal convictions; and proof of
full vaccination of all required doses of a COVID‑19 vaccine approved by Health Canada to Occupational Health &
Safety.
The Hospital is committed to delivering healthcare in a manner that is consistent with Patient and Family Centred
Care. Applicants are required to have a demonstrated knowledge, understanding and commitment to this care
philosophy.
Candidates will have demonstrated adherence to the Hospital's Code of Conduct. Regular attendance at work is
imperative, therefore, all applicants will have to demonstrate a good attendance record to be considered for this
position.
Joining our team means that you will be an integral part of achieving our mission, vision and values.
Our Mission: We provide quality Care to Patients and Families, supported and advanced by research, innovation
and education that is responsive to the needs of the peoples of Northwestern Ontario.
Our Vision: Exceptional care for every patient, every time.
Our Values: Diversity, Compassion, Excellence, Innovation, Accountability
We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and accessible environment supporting diversity in our work
environment to provide quality care where all feel valued, respected, and supported. We are dedicated to building a
workforce reflective of the communities in which we live and serve and encourage Indigenous people, visible
minorities, and persons with disabilities to apply and self‑identify. Upon request, accommodations due to a disability
are available throughout the selection process. Additionally we are identified as an English/French speaking health
sciences centre and encourage bilingual candidates to apply.
If there are no qualified applicants for the above position, the Hospital may, at their discretion, train unqualified
individuals.
Interested applicants must submit a resume outlining relevant previous experience and training no later than
11:59p.m. on Friday, 25 July, 2025.
Internal applicants may apply via the job posting page on the iNtranet. External applicants must apply through our
website.
Posted: July 11, 2025
NON UNION
About Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre
Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre has a Mission to deliver a quality patient experience in an academic health care environment that is responsive to the needs of the population of Northwestern Ontario. We are a recognized leader in Patient and Family Centred Care.