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Health Educator Staff

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February 14 2025
Expected expiry date: February 21 2025
Industries Healthcare, social assistance
Categories HR, Training, Population Health
Saskatoon, SK • Full time
  • Job Identification 41939
  • Job Category Public Health Services
  • Posting Date 02/13/2025, 11:00 PM
  • Locations Saskatoon City Hospital
  • Apply Before 02/21/2025, 11:00 PM

Job Description

Position #: 181328

Expected Start Date: February 14, 2025

Union: HSAS

Facility: Saskatoon City Hospital

City/Town: Saskatoon

Department: First Nations Metis Health Services

Type: Casual

FTE: 0

Shift Information: Days, Evenings, Weekends, Standby

Relief: No

Float: No

Field Hours: No

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

Travel Required: Yes

Job Description: The Health Educators plays a crucial role in the development of healthy and inclusive social, psychological, emotional and physical First Nation and Metis communities. Utilizing the circular model of Holistic health care, the Educator will ensure the cultural and traditional needs of the patient are an equally considered factor when developing their health plan. The Educator is expected to employ an effective combination of SHR Values combined with guidance from Elders, colleagues, personal experience, post-secondary education and specialized training to assist clients in their efforts to sustain balance in all aspects of their lives.

Human Resources Exemption: No

Education

  • Bachelor's degree in a health-related discipline

Competencies

  • Basic - Presentation skills
  • Advanced - Communication skills
  • Advanced - Assessment skills
  • Advanced - Counseling skills
  • Advanced - Verbal communication skills

Knowledge and Abilities

  • Ability to demonstrate openness to religious and cultural diversity
  • Ability to intervene appropriately in emergency situations
  • Knowledge of diverse health issues, culture and traditions
  • Ability to communicate with clients from diverse cultural backgrounds
  • Knowledge in diverse cultures, values and traditions
  • Knowledge of crisis and suicide intervention and prevention programs
  • Knowledge of Ministry of Social Services policies, procedures, and regulations
  • Ability to fluently speak & understand Cree, Dene and/or Salteaux language
  • Knowledge in applicable policies, procedures and standards
  • Knowledge of crisis intervention and prevention programs
  • Knowledge in education and program development, implementation and evaluation
  • Knowledge in wellness and holistic models of health care
  • Ability to work and communicate in a cross-cultural setting

Other Information

  • Experience with Provincial Child Welfare system is an asset
  • Registered/eligible for registration with the appropriate licensing body
  • For more information on the city of Saskatoon please visit https://www.saskatoon.ca/
  • Preference to HSAS members as per the SAHO/HSAS Collective Agreement
  • Position will be required to work in multiple locations

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.