Indigenous Relations

BC Nurses' Union

13 days ago

Canada

Onsite

Full Time

Senior

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About this role

The Indigenous Relations role at BCNU focuses on building and enhancing relationships with First Nations communities and Indigenous organizations across the province, with a strategic emphasis on cultural safety, Indigenous-specific anti-racism, and trauma-informed practice. The role aims to advance reconciliation efforts and improve experiences and outcomes for Indigenous peoples in the healthcare system.

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Qualifications

Bachelor's and/or Post-Graduate Degree in Nursing, Social Sciences, Education, Business or equivalentOngoing personal and professional development in cultural safety, Indigenous-specific anti-racism, decolonization, and Indigenous knowledge systems5+ years of recent, related senior leadership experience in healthcare or a healthcare-related field with a First Nations Community and/or Indigenous OrganizationKnowledge of and experience with applying principles of cultural safety, anti-racism, and trauma-informed practiceExperience with and ability to effectively interpret legislation such as Employment Standards Act, Accessible British Columbia Act, BC's Human Rights Code, Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms, UNDRIP, DRIPA, and other related legislation

About BC Nurses' Union

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BC Nurses’ Union (BCNU) is the labour union representing registered nurses and other health professionals across British Columbia. It negotiates collective agreements, provides member services and professional supports (education, benefits, workplace safety), and offers leadership and governance at provincial and regional levels. BCNU also advocates publicly for stronger public health care, safe staffing and improved patient care, while advancing human rights, equity and Indigenous reconciliation within the profession.