Indigenous Cultural Support Provider- Kidney Urinary Program

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY: The Indigenous Cultural Support Provider–Kidney Urinary Program serves as a bridge between Indigenous patients, families, communities, and the healthcare system. This role ensures that culturally safe, patient-centered care is delivered across the chronic kidney disease (CKD) care continuum. The Indigenous Cultural Support Provider facilitates patient navigation, supports the integration of Indigenous knowledge and traditional healing practices, and builds meaningful partnerships with Indigenous communities. The role also supports healthcare staff in providing culturally informed care through education, consultation, and guidance. QUALIFICATIONS: RESPONSIBILITIES: - High school diploma is required. - Demonstrated community and culture experience is the essential for this role with a regulated health professional designation welcomed but not mandatory. - An asset, though not required, is education in Social Services, Indigenous Studies, Indigenous Languages, Health Sciences, or a related field. - Lived experience of Indigeneity with an understanding of the barriers faced by Indigenous populations in the Hamilton, Six Nations of the Grand River , and Mississauga of...