Specialist

Position # : 9003468

Expected Start Date: November 09, 2026

Union: OOS

Facility: Victoria Hospital

City/Town: Prince Albert

Department: First Nations Metis Health Services North

Type: Full-time regular

FTE: 1

Shift Information: Days, Standby

Number of Hours per Rotation: 5 shifts of 7.5 hours per 1 weeks

Relief: No

Float: No

Salary or Pay Band: As per Terms and Conditions of Employment

Travel Required: Yes

Job Description: FNMHS Cultural Health Services Specialists are responsible for performing various key functions within the First Nations and Métis Health portfolio. Reporting to the First Nations and Métis Health Services (FNMHS) Director, the Cultural Health Systems Specialist is responsible for providing spiritual and cultural support services to clients and families receiving care within the SHA including advocating on behalf of patients and families receiving service within the SHA for safe and competent care.

The Specialist will provide support, guidance and traditional teachings to staff and act as an educational resource for all SHA staff seeking to enhance their cultural responsiveness. The FNMHS Cultural Health Systems Specialist is responsible for providing cultural and strategic advice and guidance to the SHA staff, management and stakeholders as well as patients and families throughout the organization in the acute care setting.

They will build strong relationships and partnerships with management and front line health care staff. In addition, they will maintain strong relationships with First Nations health and social sector service providers and organizations, as well as other service providers and other First Nations organizations (e.g., Friendship Centres). Adapts to changing work environments, work priorities and organizational needs also able to effectively deal with change and diverse people.

Human Resources Exemption: No

Experience

20+ yrs experience First Nations/Metis traditional healing practices/ceremonies

Accepted within their community as a Knowledge Keeper or Elder

Licenses

Valid Class 5 driver's license

Other Education and Training

Undergraduate degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Elders will fill this role

Licensed, and in good standing, with regulatory body, if applicable

Competencies

Mobilizes people, inspires and leads by example

Analytical skills

Capability to transform systems: Encourage and support innovation

Critical thinking skills

Knowledge and Abilities

Knowledge in the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Calls to Action

Exemplifies ethical practices, professionalism and personal integrity

Knowledge in First Nation and Metis history in Saskatchewan

Knowledge in applicable human resource functions and disciplines

Commitment to a diverse, representative workforce and cultural safety

Knowledge in the Saskatchewan health care system

Knowledge in organization's goals, vision, mission and values

Knowledge in applicable legislation and standards

Ability to lead and coach others

Strong interpersonal skills

Commitment to quality, safety, and improvement striving towards zero harm

Ability to adapt to and implement change

Proven ability to collaborate and partner with a wide variety of stakeholders

Committed to delivering on patient and family centred care

Other Information

For more information on the city of Prince Albert please visit https://www.citypa.ca

Travel within Saskatchewan

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.