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Health Educator Staff

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March 27 2025
Expected expiry date: April 4 2025
Industries Healthcare, social assistance
Categories HR, Training, Population Health
Regina, SK • Full time
  • Job Identification 48840
  • Job Category Public Health Services
  • Posting Date 03/27/2025, 12:00 AM
  • Locations Regina General Hospital
  • Apply Before 04/04/2025, 12:00 AM
  • Job Schedule Full time

Job Description

Position #: V39235

Expected Start Date: April 14, 2025

Union: HSAS

Facility: Multi-site position: Regina General Hospital, Pasqua Hospital and Urgent Care Centre; home base is Regina General Hospital

City/Town: Regina

Department: First Nations Metis Health Services

Type: Full-time regular

FTE: 1

Shift Information: Days

Hours of Work: shifts of hours per 0 weeks

Relief: No

Float: No

Field Hours: No

Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Health Educator - Staff $36.518 to $44.655

Travel Required: No

Job Description: Reporting to the Team Lead/Manager, the Health Educator plays a crucial role in the development of health care plans and ensures the inclusion of social, psychological, emotional and physical health of First Nations and Métis patients. The Educator will provide individuals, families, and groups with the psychosocial support needed to cope with chronic, acute, or terminal illnesses. Services include: advising family members, providing patient education and support, and making referrals to appropriate services. The Educator may also provide care; case management or interventions designed to promote health, support cultural/traditional practices, and address barriers to access healthcare.

Human Resources Exemption: No

Education

  • Baccalaureate in a health-related Science

Competencies

  • Communication, writing, presentation and interpersonal skills.
  • Listening, specific counseling and assessment skills.
  • Leadership skills
  • Crisis management, suicide intervention and diffusion skills.
  • Intermediate - Writing skills
  • Clinical skills

Knowledge and Abilities

  • Knowledge of the services gov provides in relation to jurisdictional resp.
  • Demonstrated knowledge and ability for competent case management practice
  • Knowledge of Ministry of Social Services policies, procedures, and regulations
  • Knowledge of all levels of government (fed, prov, mun, First Nations and Métis)
  • strong commitment to professional dev. & ongoing learning for self and others.
  • Knowledge of Non-Insured Health Benefits and Jordan's Principle.
  • Ability to show professional maturity and leadership in clinical practice.

Other Information

  • Must possess a valid driver's license and have a vehicle available for work.
  • this position will be located at the Urgent Care Centre (UCC) in Regina
  • HSAS seniority in the SHA will be considered under the selection criteria
  • Preference to candidates who are fluent in Indigenous languages to the region.
  • Registered/eligible for registration with the appropriate licensing body
  • Preference to HSAS members as per the SAHO/HSAS Collective Agreement
  • For more information on the city of Regina please visit https://www.regina.ca/

About Us

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is the largest employer in Saskatchewan, employing more than 45,000 staff in a dynamic healthcare environment. The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is committed to providing coordinated quality services that are seamless, safe and patient-centred.

Additional Information

Applicants must upload all relevant documents (ex: certificates, diplomas, proof of enrollment, licenses and/or memberships) relating to the qualifications of the position. By submitting your application, you consent to your application history and talent profile being shared with Human Resources and the applicable hiring team.

Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Those being interviewed are required to bring a valid Criminal Record Check (CRC) to the interview; it must be dated within six (6) months and include a vulnerable sector search.

We work together to improve our health and well-being. Every day. For everyone.
We are committed to building a representative, diverse, inclusive, and culturally responsive workforce.
We are committed to the Truth and Reconciliation Commissions Calls to Action.
We work in the spirit of truth and reconciliation, acknowledging Saskatchewan as the traditional territory of First Nations and Métis People.

Please note: Only applications that include all required documentation will be considered.