Employment Opportunity

Position : Indigenous Patient Navigator

Competition # IPN-11-2025

Salary Range 47,980 – 64,780

Location Constance Lake First Nation

Posted November 13, 2025

Closed  November 27, 2025 

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the general direction of the Medical Service Manager, the Indigenous Patient Navigator supports culturally safe and effective transitions in care for Indigenous clients, especially during discharge from regional facilities to their home communities.

The role focuses on improving access to quality care through collaboration with both clinical and non-clinical service providers. It emphasizes culturally appropriate discharge planning, case management, and system navigation, particularly for clients with chronic or palliative care needs.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

¨       Registered Nurse/Registered Practical Nurse in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario OR Social Worker in good standing with the OCSWSSW, or other allied health professional with relevant skill sets

¨       Palliative care for front line workers in First Nation Communities training; Learning essential approaches to palliative and end of life care (LEAP) an asset.

¨       Minimum of three years experience working with First Nations and Metis communities in roles such as case management, health promotion, public health, or social work.

¨        Strong verbal and written communication skills.

¨       Superior interpersonal, collaboration and facilitation skills.

¨       Ability to support and facilitate engagement processes that built mutually supportive relationships with Constance Lake First Nation members and healthcare providers.

¨       Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.

¨       Extensive knowledge of Indigenous cultures, languages, customs, and traditions.

¨       A valid Ontario Driver’s G licence and access to a reliable vehicle.

¨       Current First Aid/CPR Certification.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

·         Serve as a liaison between Indigenous patients, their families, and health care providers.

·         Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure holistic care.

·         Building relationships across transdisciplinary teams and community partners to formalize processes that strengthen transitions from acute care to community and long-term care.

·         Provide culturally appropriate support to patients and advocate for their needs within the healthcare system.

·         Facilitate access to healthcare services, including traditional healing practices and ceremonies.

·         Educate healthcare providers on Indigenous cultures, customs, and traditions to promote cultural safety.

·         Support patients in understanding their health conditions, treatment options, and care plans.

·         Maintain accurate records of patient interactions in progress.

·         Coordinate continuity care; facilitate discharge planning, collaborate with circle of care partners; assist seamless care transition.

·         Additional duties ass assigned by the Medical Service Manager in support of the medical service department.

To apply: Submit cover letter and resume, quoting competition #IPN-11-2025 via;

Email:                     resumes@clfn.on.ca

In person:             37 Wawaskashoo St. Constance Lake First Nation Band Office

Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.