MOHT Indigenous Cultural Safety Coordinator - New Position

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Indigenous Cultural Safety Coordinator – New Position

Full-Time Permanent

Salary:  $58,662 - $72,147

Location:  Primarily remote-based with regular travel to communities within Maamwesying OHT service area

Who you are?  You are highly motivated in sharing your interest in the Health Field enabling you to work in a team environment. You acknowledge the Seven Grandfather Teachings in your work to build relationships. In addition, you can draw on your own knowledge and life skills to support and maintain efficient operational functions, with a positive outlook.

Who we are?  As the province’s sole Indigenous-led and Indigenous-focused Ontario Health Team, we’re trailblazers in reshaping patient care. Our Ontario Health Team has been established and driven by over 30 years of advocacy and collaboration between our First Nation partners. Maamwesying Ontario Health Team embodies unity and cultural respect. Our vision reflects our commitment to accessible, quality, and wholistic healthcare.

The opportunity:  The Indigenous Cultural Safety Coordinator will play a pivotal role in fostering a culturally safe and responsive healthcare environment within the Maamwesying Ontario Health Team and its partner organizations. This position is responsible for developing, implementing and evaluating strategies, training, and initiatives that enhance cultural understanding, address systemic biases and promote equitable health outcomes for Indigenous clients and communities. The Coordinator will act as a key resource and advocate, working to embed Indigenous cultural safety principles into all aspects of the OHT’s operations, policies and practices.

What you need to bring with you:

• Bachelor’s degree in Indigenous Studies, Social Work, Health Sciences, Education, Public Health or a related field. A Master’s degree is an asset
• Minimum of three to five years of demonstrated experience working with Indigenous communities, organizations and/or in Indigenous health
• Proven experience in developing and delivering various training and education programs
• Experience in policy development, program coordination, and project management
• Strong understanding of Indigenous cultural protocols, traditions and ways of knowing
• Excellent facilitation, presentation, and communication (oral and written) skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport and trust with diverse individuals and groups
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Ability to travel regularly within the Maamwesying OHT service area
• Knowledge of local Anishinaabemowin (Ojibwe) language is considered a significant asset

 Why work with us?

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Paid Extended Health Benefits
• HOOPP (Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan)
• Generous vacation package; with additional 5 Indigenous statutory holidays
• Life-long learning is a priority, offering 10 Professional Development Days and $1200/Annual Budget
• Technology Amenities provided (laptop, cell phone)
• All travel expenses covered
• Access to cultural and traditional teachings of the Ojibwe people
• 3 weeks holidays for the first year
• 15 days of Personal Leave

 What to expect?  Given the traditional practices of Indigenous people, from time to time exposure to smoke from the burning of sacred medicines such as tobacco, sweet grass, sage, or cedar may occur.

Accessibility accommodations will be available upon request.

An offer of employment will be conditional upon an acceptable vulnerable sector police records check.

Hiring of Indigenous People will be given preference, as allowed under Section 14 of the Ontario Human Right Code – Special Programs.

Qualified individuals are invited to submit a cover letter specifically addressing your understanding of Indigenous cultural safety and how your experience aligns with the responsibilities of this role, along with a current resume, certificates, diplomas, along with three current work-related references to the link in BambooHR. Please ensure that “MOHT Indigenous Cultural Safety Coordinator” appears in the subject line.

The successful candidate will demonstrate a high level of cultural competence including:

• Humility and a willingness to learn from all Indigenous peoples
• Respect for Indigenous knowledge systems, traditions and protocols
• Self-awareness and the ability to reflect on one’s own biases and assumptions
• Patience, empathy and strong listening skills

  Posting Deadline:  Thursday, July 3, 2025 at 4:00 p.m.

Thank you to all applicants however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.