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Context

The Wabano Centre for Aboriginal Health is an award-winning Health Access Centre that provides holistic health services to First Nation, Inuit, and Métis people living in Ottawa. We are a fast-paced, client-oriented organization that models the Indigenous values of balance, respect, and community interdependence. And we are proud to be accredited through the Canadian Centre for Accreditation, a third-party review based on accepted organizational practices that promote ongoing quality improvement and responsive, effective community services.

Our clinic team provides a holistic model of care for Indigenous peoples and seeks a positive and experienced registered nurse to support day-to-day guidance for our diabetes education team in coordinating culturally relevant programs and health promotion activities for Indigenous community members.

You are the right person for this job if you are passionate about leadership and enjoy supporting others to achieve outcomes. Your passion for uplifting Indigenous people motivates you to do more each day. And you love to lead team goals through clear communication and want to move to the next step in your career. In addition, your strong sense of self, culture, and community connects you to the seven generations coming behind you.

The Role

Reporting to the Director of Health, the RN’s responsibilities include:

1. Provide specialist advice and resources to Wabano clients;
2. Ensure medical management of clients, including insulin starts under advanced medical directives;
3. Develop, implement, and evaluate culturally-based programs and activities to promote healthy lifestyle choices and diabetes education;
4. Develop culturally-appropriate outreach programs for diabetes education to implement in the community with local Indigenous partners (about 50% of the position will be outreach, social marketing, recruiting new clients, and engaging the community);
5. Networking and maintaining relationships with other Indigenous organizations and community partners;
6. Develop and deliver culturally-specific training (for example, to health professionals, volunteers, and community groups) to meet those identified training needs;
7. Provide specialist advice and resources to other agencies, such as schools, and local non-profit organizations;
8. Ensure that work is underpinned by both sound, up-to-date knowledge of diabetes education and traditional Indigenous teachings;
9. Develop diabetes education materials for the urban Indigenous community that meet program objectives and community needs;
10. Conducting program evaluation and reporting.

Document the story of the way you support the client’s wellness journey in the internal database using service and cultural codes.

1. Enter all encounters in the database in a timely fashion and maintain client records in the database;
2. Document any internal or external referrals to support the client’s healing journey;
3. Complete monthly reports using the template provided.

Support some key programming as an integral part of the interdependent (interdepartmental) matrix within Wabano.

1. Assist with functions such as Gala, Symposium, AGA, and community events such as Pow Wows;
2. Participate in professional development for continuous improvement of skills and knowledge.

Qualifications and Skills

In addition to the team management and leadership skills, we are looking for someone who has:

• A bachelor’s degree in nursing or health sciences;
• Registered Nurse in good standing with the CNO;
• Certification from the Canadian Diabetes Educator Certification Board; Or a commitment to obtain one;
• Experience with youth programming, effective communication with community members;
• Knowledge of Indigenous peoples’ history and challenges Indigenous youth face in contemporary society;
• Demonstrated superior problem-solving ability with sound judgment;
• Strong oral and written communication skills; Ability to persuasively communicate complex health messages;
• Knowledge of available resources in the city and province. Or the ability to research, gain knowledge, and build a partnership with resources outside of Ottawa.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to handle sensitive issues with tact and diplomacy;
• Ability to work a flexible work week that may include non-traditional hours, evenings, and weekends.

Salary

$65,000- $70,000 per year, plus benefits and pension.

Why work for us

• Collaborative and Supportive Work Environment
• Group Health and Dental Insurance
• Employee Pension Plan (defined benefits) with matching contribution from Wabano
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Health/Wellness Spending Account
• Four (4) weeks paid vacation time

Application Details 

Please submit your application to jobs@wabano.com. Application materials include a cover letter and resume. This opportunity will remain open until filled, so tell us your story early!

Successful applicants will be required to provide a criminal reference check to work with a vulnerable population.

Wabano is an inclusive and equitable organization; we encourage applications from qualified women and men, including persons with disabilities and members of visible minorities. The position is open to all qualified applicants, although preference will be given to candidates of Indigenous ancestry (please self-identify in your application).

Wabano is committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. If contacted for an employment opportunity or interviewing, please advise if you require accommodation.

We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.