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IMN-PN Newsletter August 1, 2020 Edition

IMN-PN Updates

IMN-PN Indigenous Graduate Peer Mentors

The Indigenous Mentorship Network of the Pacific Northwest (IMN-PN) is looking for an Indigenous graduate student to engage other Indigenous students in our Network. Working closely with the IMN-PN Network Coordinator, the Peer Mentor will, at their home university:

  • Promote the IMN-PN among Indigenous undergraduate and graduate students
  • Help Indigenous students connect with the IMN-PN
  • Support the preparation and distribution of materials for recruitment, resource sharing and events (e.g., posters, short video clips, event posts on Facebook & Twitter)
  • Facilitate or support IMN-PN networking, mentorship and research training event

Term of Employment: 20 hours per month from September 2020 to April 2021

Hourly Wage: $26.08

Qualifications:

  • Dependable, well organized and able to meet deadlines – very important
  • Understanding of Indigenous students’ post-secondary experiences and needs
  • Interest in Indigenous research
  • Outgoing personality – enjoys working with people
  • Skilled in Word, Adobe, Facebook and Twitter (assets)

If you are interested, please submit a resume or CV and brief cover letter by August 31st, 4pm to: Jess Barton, Network Coordinator: imnpn@uvic.ca

COVID-19 UPDATES

  • The IMN-PN has created a Response & Resource page on our website. To learn more about current updates at each partner institution, as well as resources for students and community, please visit uvic.ca/imnpn
  • Across Canada, many institutions are suspending all research activities involving direct contact between humans. Please follow the directive of your institution and pause all face-to-face research activities for the time being. Please check with your institution before using online platforms for data collection
  • To support the measures put in place to slow the spread of COVID-19, please join us in following federal and provincial government recommendations and adhering to the advice provided by the WHO (https://www.who.int/emergencies/diseases/novel-coronavirus-2019/advice-for-public).
  • We are thinking of you - please stay safe and healthy

LOOKING TO CONNECT TO A MENTOR?

  • If you are looking to connect to a mentor please join our monthly meet-ups at each network site. These are open to all our mentors and mentees! Our Graduate Peer Mentors want to meet you! If you are looking to specifically engage with someone please look at the online directory, and we can either connect you via email or you are welcome to email anyone that is online yourself. To have a facilitated connection please email: imnpn@uvic.ca

IMN-PN CURRENT RESEARCH EXPERIENCE OPPORTUNITIES

  • We have several placements available and these opportunities can be applied to throughout the year. Please visit: uvic.ca/imnpn

IMN-PN CALL FOR RESEARCH EXPERIENCES

  • Do you or your organization have any upcoming priority wellness-related research projects for which you require the assistance of an Indigenous research assistant/ student intern?
  • We are looking for opportunities for students! One of the funding opportunities available is the Research Experience Award, which provides $1,000-$2,000 (depending on level of study) to Indigenous students proposing to undertake a wellness-related research project initiated by and of interest to an Indigenous community or organization. These projects may involve, for instance, assisting with a community-level knowledge translation event, land-based research activity, community research engagement meeting, environmental scan or literature review. These research experiences are overseen by academic and community or organizational Mentors, who will provide guidance, supervision and mentorship to the Mentees.
  • If you are interested in hosting, supervising or mentoring a Mentee, please email: imnpn@uvic.ca. We would be happy to advertise any placements through our network!
  • The Research Experience Award will now be available on a rolling basis!

IMN-PN REGISTRATION SURVEY

TRAINING & EVENTs

Online Writing Support for Indigenous Students

  • Join the Centre for Academic Communication on Wednesdays, from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
  • Come with your writing questions or just come to write with other students and Kaveh (eal2@uvic.ca) in a supportive virtual space for all Indigenous students.
Research Funding

CRAIG H. NEILSEN FOUNDATION

ELDER GRANTS

  • The New Relationship Trust (NRT) provides a maximum of $2,000 per projects that benefit Elders and/or Elders groups at the community or Nation level. The purpose of the initiative is capacity building that enhances knowledge, abilities, skills and processes in areas such as language and culture, mentorship, leadership and team building
  • Open Until Funds Exhausted
  • More information

YOUTH GRANTS

  • The New Relationship Trust (NRT) provides a maximum of $2,000 per projects per First Nations youth group at the community level to implement projects that promote capacity development and language revitalization
  • Open Until Funds are Exhausted
  • More information

SSHRC CONNECTION GRANTS

CANADIAN ABORIGINAL AIDS NETWORK RESEARCH PROPOSAL DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM (RPDP)

ADDITIONAL Student Funding

PUBLIC HEALTH BURSARIES

  • Applications are invited from students who are or who wish to engage in post-secondary study in a field of Public or Community Health Practice within any recognized discipline.
  • Eligibility requirements and application forms may be found at the Health Officers' Council Website at: https://www.healthofficerscouncil.net/bursaries/
  • Awards in the amounts up to $5000 are available
  • Deadline: August 30th 2020

CRE’s Centre for Indigenous Policy and Research: Indigenous Youth Research Grants

  • This program provides small grants to Indigenous youth who want to design, develop, and implement their own community-based research projects in Canada. Small grants of $1000 will be provided to successful applicants to implement their project.
  • This program is designed to ignite grassroots youth-led research projects and to highlight emerging researchers in new ways. No research experience needed, just a desire to learn and produce research that matters to youth and their communities.
  • More information

GRADUATE STUDY OPPORTUNITIES FOR INDIGENOUS STUDENTS IN STEM FIELDS

  • The Center for Native Peoples and the Environment at the State University of New York‘s College of Environmental Science & Forestry is recruiting students for graduate study in diverse environmental science fields: ecology, sustainability, conservation biology, restoration, environmental engineering, and more.
  • Through support from the Sloan Indigenous Graduate Partnership, the program provides funding for full tuition, stipends, and professional development to Native American students pursuing MS and PhD degrees. Applications are being accepted on a rolling basis.
  • More information

THE NEW RELATIONSHIP TRUST FOUNDATION

MITACS ACCELERATE FELLOWSHIP

ABORIGINAL SCHOLARSHIP GUIDE

Job Postings

PROGRAM MANAGER - INDIGENOUS HEALTH, PROVINCIAL HEALTH SERVICES AUTHORITY

  • In collaboration with Indigenous Health (IH) directors and leadership, and with support from the IH team as applicable, provides leadership and manages the development, implementation, and evaluation of programs in support of strategic Indigenous Health initiatives, programs, and projects. Manage a diversity of programs/related projects of varying scope in a complex and changing multidisciplinary environment and with a diversity of partners/stakeholders. Maintain responsibility for ensuring that programs and projects are completed in adherence to project protocols/ charters/ agreements, timelines, applicable institutional and ethical policies and procedures, and pertinent legislation.
  • 1333 West Broadway, Vancouver
  • Hours: Regular, Full-Time, Monday to Friday; 0830 - 1630
  • Deadline: Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
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Lecturer Position in Indigenous Studies –Lecturer Position (Job Opening ID#37876)

  • Applicants must have a PhD in Indigenous Studies or a related discipline, relevant university teaching experience, and evidence of ability and commitment to teaching excellence. The lecturer will be expected to bring innovation to teaching, provide help with the training of Teaching Assistants, and fulfill service obligations to the University including administrative work and student engagement activities. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated a strong commitment to Indigenous knowledges and methodologies and a record of engagement and/or lived experience with Indigenous communities and organizations in Canada and/or comparative contexts. We seek candidates who approach their teaching and student engagement through an anti-oppression, anti- racism, anti-misogyny, anti-violence and decolonial framework.
  • Term: 3 years
  • Deadline: The reviewing of applications will begin August 20, 2020 and continue until the position is filled
  • To Apply: Applications are to be submitted online in one continuous PDF file at http://www.hr.ubc.ca/careers- postings/faculty.php (Job Opening ID#37876) and should include: a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, recent teaching evaluations, and the name of three referees
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Research Assistant (RA) - Institutional Community Engagement Assessment

  • The Community Engagement and Partnerships Executive Committee (CEPEC) helps UVic respond to the Strategic Framework and to community engagement and partnership elements of the Indigenous Plan, International Plan, and Strategic Enrolment Plan. CEPEC aims to assess UVic’s CUE assets through the CUE Assets project. In this project, CEPEC will complete The Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching Elective Community Engagement Classification. This institutional community engagement assessment will inform UVic’s emerging Community-University Engagement (CUE) Plan. Working alongside Dr. Tremblay and reporting to CEPEC, the Research Assistant will be responsible for completing The Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching Elective Community Engagement Classification. Through this project, the Research Assistant plays a critical role in helping to advance UVic’s community engagement efforts. The Research Assistant will be supported by the Project Advisor (mentor) and the Community Engagement and Partnerships Executive Committee (CEPEC) working group.
  • Term: Nine months, September - April 2020
  • Compensation: $35/hour
  • Deadline: August 1, 2020
  • To Apply: Please send a CV and cover letter describing your interest, skills and qualifications for this position to Dr. Crystal Tremblay (crystalt@uvic.ca) by August 1st. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interviews the first week of August.

Project Advisor (PA) - Institutional Community Engagement Assessment

  • The Community Engagement and Partnerships Executive Committee (CEPEC) helps UVic respond to the Strategic Framework and to community engagement and partnership elements of the Indigenous Plan, International Plan, and Strategic Enrolment Plan. CEPEC aims to assess UVic’s CUE assets through the CUE Assets project. In this project, the Project Advisor, with support from a graduate student, will complete The Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching Elective Community Engagement Classification. This institutional community engagement assessment will inform UVic’s emerging Community-University Engagement (CUE) Plan. Working alongside Dr. Crystal Tremblay (Assistant Professor & Special Advisor on Community-engaged Scholarship) and reporting to CEPEC, the Project Advisor will be responsible for completing The Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching Elective Community Engagement Classification. Through this project, the Project Advisor plays a critical role in helping to advance UVic’s community engagement efforts.
  • Hours: September - November 2020 one day per week. December - February eight hours per month. March - May 2021 one day per week.
  • Term: Desired Start Date: September 1, 2020. Assignment End Date: April 30, 2021
  • Compensation: $90/hour to a maximum of $20,000
  • Deadline: August 15, 2020
  • To Apply: Please send an expression of interest describing your qualifications and your general approach to this project (no more than 2 pages single spaced). It is recommended that you include a video introducing yourself to the CEPEC working group. Please also attach your CV. Submit your package to Dr. Crystal Tremblay (crystalt@uvic.ca). Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interviews last week of August.

Housing Director - Aboriginal Coalition to End Homelessness Society

  • Reporting to the Executive Director, the Housing Director (HD) will provide support to the Society’s House Managers related to operations, programming, staff training, emergency preparedness, and overall capacity development. The HD will perform a public relations role and create a community resources catalogue. The HD is also responsible to provide new housing staff with an orientation to the Society’s history and strategic directions, vision, mission, and values. Additionally, the HD will become familiar with the ACEH Housing Development Tool Kit and provide in-service to partner communities and organize training teams to support partner communities as required
  • Term: Position available on a temporary term starting as soon as possible with strong possibility of continuing
  • Compensation: $70,720 annually
  • Deadline: Open until filled
  • To Apply: Please send your resume and cover letter to operations@ACEHSociety.com and cc’ director@ACEHsociety.com

Indigenous Alcohol Harm Reduction Program Manager - Aboriginal Coalition to End Homelessness Society

  • Reporting to the Executive Director, the IAHR Program Manager will provide full-time support, ensure day-to-day operations of the program are run in a professional and efficient manner with attention to confidentiality and compliance with the Society’s mission, vision, values, and practice. The IAHR Program Manager provides planning, coordination, and administration of the House. In addition, the IAHR Program Manager provides non- judgmental support, advocacy, information, and resource referrals to the House Cohort. The IAHR Program Manager maintains strong working relationships with and awareness of various groups within the community and has specific knowledge regarding available community resources. This position is required to work in a stressful environment, often dealing with crisis situations. The ability to function independently and frequently under pressure, while managing situations, including emergency situations, is an ongoing expectation. The IAHR Program Manager will recruit and begin to conduct intake and work with the ACEH’s Registered Nurse to coordinate the development of care plans, transition plans, Life Plan and personalized wellness plans to prepare the Cohort to transition into the residence in the fall.
  • Hours: 8 hours per day 5 days per week - Tuesday to Saturday
  • Term: Position available on a temporary term starting Monday, July 2020 to March 31, 2021 with strong possibility of continuing
  • Compensation: $28.25-$30.25 per hour
  • Deadline: Open until filled
  • To apply: Interested candidates should forward a resume and cover letter to jobs@ACEHsociety.com and cc’ director@ACEHsociety.com with Executive Assistant Application in the subject line. Preference will be given to qualified candidates with Indigenous ancestry.

Executive Assistant Office Manager - Aboriginal Coalition to End Homelessness Society

  • The Executive Assistant/Office Manager is responsible for the administrative capacity development of the Aboriginal Coalition to End Homelessness, is required to provide a broad range of support to assist the Executive Director to respond to the overall vision and strategic directions of the Society, and is responsible to coordinate Board of Director meetings and ensure confidentiality and records are maintained and filed. The position works closely with senior management staff
  • Hours: 8 hrs per day, Monday – Friday
  • Term: Position available starting August 2020 – March 2021 with a strong possibility of continuation
  • To apply: Interested candidates should forward a resume and cover letter to jobs@ACEHsociety.com and cc’ director@ACEHsociety.com with Executive Assistant Application in the subject line. Preference will be given to qualified candidates with Indigenous ancestry.

Assistant Professor - Indigenous Governance Program

  • We seek Indigenous scholars who are committed to excellent academic teaching, research, and service that contributes to the aspirations of self-governance by Indigenous Peoples and communities locally and across the world. We are inviting candidates with research and teaching experience in the fields of Indigenous governance, Indigenous Nationhood, Indigenous Feminist scholarship, and/or Indigenous research methods. Relevant experience in student advising and mentorship is an asset. Candidates should also have a demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and collegially within and outside the university as well as a commitment to working in partnership with Indigenous communities is necessary.
  • We invite applications for two (2) positions at the rank of Assistant Professor with eligibility for tenure to join our vibrant and diverse academic community. The preferred start date for these positions is January 1, 2021 and may be negotiated as needed.
  • Deadline: August 3, 2020
  • To Apply: please send a cover letter that addresses the full scope of the job requirements, including a statement of diversity knowledge, experience, and skills, along with a curriculum vitae, evidence of scholarship (including up to 3 sample publications) and teaching skills (such as syllabi and teaching statements), as well as contact information for 3 references. Please email your full application to the Director of Indigenous Governance at igovdir@uvic.ca
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Associate Professor - Indigenous Governance Program

  • We seek an Indigenous scholar who is committed to excellent academic teaching, research, and service that contributes to supporting strong and ethical self-governance by Indigenous Peoples from Indigenous communities locally and across the world. We invite applications from candidates with a PhD in a field related to Indigenous governance who have research and teaching experience in the fields of Indigenous governance, Indigenous Nationhood, and Indigenous research methods, combined with demonstrated engagement with critical Indigenous gender analysis, queer Indigenous perspectives and urban indigeneity
  • Deadline: August 3, 2020
  • To Apply: please send a cover letter that addresses the full scope of the job requirements, including a statement of diversity knowledge, experience, and skills, along with a curriculum vitae, evidence of scholarship (including up to 3 sample publications) and teaching skills (such as syllabi and teaching statements), as well as contact information for 3 references. Please email your full application to the Director of Indigenous Governance at igovdir@uvic.ca
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Tri-Faculty Indigenous Resurgence Coordinator

  • Reporting to the Tri-Faculty Deans, the Tri-Faculty Indigenous Resurgence Coordinator (IRC) is responsible for providing guidance and support to members of the Tri-Faculty (faculty, staff and students) with respect to Indigenous resurgence initiatives across the Tri-Faculty. These include making our learning and teaching environment more welcoming to Indigenous peoples, fostering curricular decolonization and indigenization, facilitating wider awareness of how knowledge is enriched through Indigenous ways of knowing, valuing and supporting Indigenous research, and building connections with Indigenous resurgence and reconciliation initiatives elsewhere in the university
  • Term: Start Date - 9/8/2020, End Date - 8/31/2023
  • Compensation: $52,886.00 - $69,132.00
  • Deadline: August 16, 2020
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POST DOCTORAL FELLOWSHIP IN DECOLONIZING PRAXIS

  • The Faculty of Human and Social Development (HSD), University of Victoria is seeking applications for a two-year Postdoctoral Fellowship (PDF) in the area of decolonizing praxis within post-secondary environments, ideally starting on January 1, 2021. The successful candidate will be a junior scholar possessing a strong background in Indigenous and decolonizing methodologies
  • Term: 2 years
  • Compensation: This fellowship will be financially supported for two years, with a possibility of renewal for one additional year, subject to the availability of funds and positive evaluations. The successful applicant will receive a $50,000 fellowship per year and an additional $5,000 per year in research funds to support activities related to the fellowship. Any teaching the PDF agrees to undertake will be in the form of paid sessional instruction
  • Deadline: October 31, 2020
  • To Apply: Please send a cover letter that refers to the role description, CV, one writing sample and the names of two referees (one academic, one Indigenous community, collective or organization) to: Kathy Jang (Administrative Assistant to the Associate Dean-Research) at hsdadradmin@uvic.ca

Indigenous Research Trainee/Facilitators

  • Under the supervision of the Principal Applicant, Dr. Charlotte Loppie (UVic), and Network Coordinator, Tara Erb (UVic), as well as working with the BC NEIHR key partners (First Nations Health Authority, Métis Nation BC, and BC Association of Aboriginal Friendship Centres), the IRTFs will undertake the following activities: Support Indigenous Communities, Collectives and Organizations (ICCOs), Knowledge Sharing Mobilization (KSM), Event Coordination, Special Projects and Travel, and Communications and Training
  • Hours: Part-time position (20 hours/week)
  • Term: September 1, 2020 to August 31, 2025. Possible extension to full-time position.
  • Compensation: $25,000
  • Deadline: Open until filled
  • Please send an electronic application package including a cover letter that addresses the job description and requirements along with a current CV or resume to: Network Coordinator // bcneihr@uvic.ca

Assistant Teaching Professors

  • The Indigenous Studies program in The Faculty of Humanities at the University of Victoria invites applications for two 0.5 FTE appointments as an Assistant Teaching Professor (eligible for Continuing Status) to commence January 1, 2021. In accordance with the University’s Equity Plan and pursuant to Section 42 of the BC Human rights code, the selection will be limited to Indigenous peoples. Candidates must self-identify as Indigenous in their cover letter.
  • Start Date: 1 January 2021 or as negotiated
  • Contact: Please email applications in PDF form to: Dr. Lisa Kahaleole Hall, Director, Indigenous Studies Program - isdirector@uvic.ca
  • Deadline: Open until filled. Review of applications will begin July 1, 2020.
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SFU Manager, Campus Sustainability

  • The Manager, Campus Sustainability is responsible for liaising with operational functions to encourage, identify, pilot, harness and scale sustainable decisions and practices in support of SFU's strategic sustainability objectives. The Manager champions the integration of sustainability considerations into management policies, procedures and systems within operations at the University. The Manager acts as a formal connection to the Vice President Finance & Administration (VPFA) portfolio to ensure the University's three campuses operate in alignment with its sustainability plans and that operational functions integrate sustainability into all practices and decisions. The Manager develops and manages University-wide projects and coordinates the activities of project partners across the VPFA portfolio and where applicable external partners from government, city, business, university and community organizations. The Manager represents the University on external campus sustainability and operational-related committees, boards and forums.
  • Compensation: $65,871 To $78,658 Annually
  • Deadline: Open until filled
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House Manager- Indigenous Alcohol Harm Reduction Residence

  • Reporting to the Executive Director, the House Manager will provide full-time support, ensure day-to-day operations of the program are run in a professional and efficient manner with attention to confidentiality and compliance with the Society’s mission, vision, values, and practice. The House Manager provides planning, coordination, and administration of the House. In addition, the House Manager provides non-judgmental support, advocacy, information and resource referrals to the House Cohort. The House Manager maintains strong working relationships with and awareness of various groups within the community, and has specific knowledge regarding available community resources. This position is required to work in a stressful environment, often dealing with crisis situations.
  • Hours: 8 hours per day 5 days per week - Tuesday to Saturday
  • Term: Position available on a temporary term starting Monday, July 2020 to March 31, 2021 with strong possibility of continuing.
  • Compensation: $28.25-$30.25 per hour
  • Deadline: Open until filled
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VNFC Hamper Program Assistant (2 Positions)

  • Working as part of the Administration Team under the supervision of the Hamper Program Coordinator, the Hamper Program Support Worker will work as part of a team to deliver an essential service of VNFC during this pandemic, the Hamper Program. This program ensures our Indigenous community members do not struggle for food security during self-isolation.
  • Term: Up to 14 weeks, position available immediately and ending Friday, August 28, 2020
  • Hours: Monday to Friday, 35 hours/week; between 7:00am - 7:00pm
  • Compensation: $20/hour
  • Deadline: Open until filled
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VNFC Youth Support Worker

  • Under the supervision of the Manager Youth Programs, the Youth Support Worker will assist youth in achieving their risk reduction goals through support, referral, skill development, education, mentorship and cultural continuity.
  • Hours: Monday to Friday (35 hours/week); weekend/evening programming hours will be required.
  • Compensation: Wage Scale $20.95 - $21.95 per hour (BCGEU #301)
  • Deadline: Open until filled
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VNFC FASD Key Worker

  • The Key Worker and Parent Support Program provides support to families of children and youth living with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) on Southern Vancouver Island. As the FASD Key Worker you will assist families, professionals, and other service providers in their understanding of FASD by providing education, information and resources. Using a family-centred, strength-based, culturally sensitive approach you will provide emotional and practical support to families. You will report directly to the Director of Aboriginal Childhood Intervention Services. For more information about the Victoria Native Friendship Centre (VNFC) and the Key Worker and Parent Support Program, please visit our website at www.vnfc.ca.
  • Hours: 35 hours week Monday to Friday, some evening hours required.
  • Compensation: Wage scale: $20.95 - $21.95per hour (BCGEU #301)
  • Deadline: Open until filled
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VNFC ASCD Program Assistant

  • Working collaboratively with the Manager of Aboriginal Childhood Intervention Service (ACIS). Program Assistant will support the contract, invoicing and budgeting work of the Aboriginal Supported Child Development (ASCD) Program. The Program Assistant will have a strong knowledge of contract preparation and maintenance, financial and statistical record keeping, invoicing and payables and general administrative support.
  • Hours: 15 hours/week or schedule to be set to meet program need and assistants availability
  • Compensation: $21.99 - $22.49 per hour (BCGEU #301)
  • Deadline: Open until filled
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Indigenous Cultural Program Assistant - Cool Aid

  • The Indigenous Cultural Program Assistant supports the administrative operations of the Manager, Indigenous Education and Program Development, and supports the Indigenous Cultural program initiatives including: Elder supports, scheduling cultural program activities such as drumming circles, liaising with training participants, and program logistics such as set up take-down
  • Hours: 21/week
  • Requirements: Valid Class 5 Driver’s Licence.
  • Compensation: $24.93 - Eligible for 100% employer paid benefits. We offer comprehensive extended health and dental plans
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VNFC Addictions Counsellor

  • Under the supervision of the Health Team Programs Coordinator, the VNFC Addictions Counsellor will provide counselling and aids to individuals requiring assistance dealing with substance abuse problems such as alcohol or drug abuse. Also carries out a variety of duties and activities related to this position
  • Term: 35 hours/week (1 FTE) schedule set to meet program needs, programming evening hours may be required
  • Compensation: $21.16 – 22.16 per hour/ (BCGEU301)
  • Deadline: Open until filled
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VNFC Co-Manager Aboriginal Childhood Interventions Services

  • Operating from an Indigenous world view and co-managing the Aboriginal Childhood Intervention Services Programs and will specifically focus on Aboriginal Supported Child Development Program (ASCD) and Ab. Speech & Language (ASLP). The Manger will carry out a variety of duties and work as part of the Management Team reporting directly to the Executive Director and/or Assistant Executive Director. The Co-Manager ACIS will assist in the efficient operations of the daily programs and service activities. This position will also provide daily office supervision, leadership and support to staff within ACIS Programs and will ensure that the work of the Team is well integrated and managed to the benefit of the client/community members served.
  • Hours: Monday to Friday (35 hours/week); weekend hours may occur due to training opportunities
  • Term: September 30, 2021 (extension possible)
  • Compensation: $28.00 - 30.00/hour, shared cost of extended benefits plan
  • Deadline: Open until filled
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VNFC Property Manager

  • Operating from an Indigenous world view and working with and reporting directly to the Executive Director, the Property Manager will carry out all the duties as they pertain to the applicants and tenants of the properties owned by the VNFC. This position will supervise the programs staff of the Property Management Team.
  • Hours: .75 – 1 FTE (Emergency On Call required)
  • Commences: July – August 2020
  • Compensation: $60,000 – 63,000 annually (based on experience)
  • Deadline: Open until filled
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VNFC Housing Maintenance Worker

  • Under the Supervision of VNFC Facilities Maintenance Team and working in collaboration with the VNFC Housing Team, it is the intent of the Victoria Native Friendship Centre to employ a VNFC Housing Maintenance Worker to carry out a variety of custodial, maintenance and other miscellaneous duties related to maintaining a healthy, safe and clean environment for tenants, guests, staff and the public.
  • Hours: 25 hours/week, not specific to days of the week
  • Compensation: $20.00/hr
  • Deadline: Open until filled
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VNFC Maintenance Support Worker

  • Working as part of the Maintenance Team and under the supervision of the Team Leader, this position will contribute to the maintenance and care of the Victoria Native Friendship Centre including indoor and outdoor spaces
  • Hours: 35 hours/week; weekdays and weekends, between 7:00am - 7:00pm
  • Term: up to 14 weeks, position available immediately and ending Friday, August 28, 2020
  • Compensation: $20/hour
  • Deadline: Open until filled
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VNFC Camp Counsellor (2 Positions)

  • Working as part of the Youth Team under the supervision of the Team Leader, the Camp Counsellor will deliver four weeks of camp programming to Indigenous youth aged 12-17, including planning for all activities, lunch, snacks and program materials.
  • Hours: Monday to Friday, 40 hours/week; between 7:00am - 5:00pm
  • Term: 6 to 7 weeks, between July 6, 2020, and Friday, August 21, 2020
  • Compensation: $20/hr
  • Deadline: Open until filled
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Poverty Law Clinic Legal Assistant

  • The Poverty Law Clinic Legal Assistant will provide a range of support services to the Poverty Lawyer and the Ki-Low-Na Friendship Society Poverty Law Clinic, including administrative support, client intake and interaction, filing documents, conflict of interest searching, and handling calls.
  • Hours: 35 hours/week
  • Compensation: Negotiable – depending on experience
  • Deadline: Open until filled
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Indigenous Health Coordinator

  • The Indigenous Health Coordinator is part of the interdisciplinary care network and is a resource for both health care providers and Aboriginal patients to ensure care is culturally safe, respectful, and effective. The role will focus on Primary Care Networks (PCN) with some additional liaison focuses as required (i.e. acute care, transition between acute and primary care). A PCN is a network of local health care providers designed to meet patient’s primary care needs. Within a PCN, there are family physicians, Nurses and Nurse Practitioners, Allied Health Professionals, and Indigenous Health Coordinators, all of whom form partnerships in which they work together to provide health care services.
  • Hours: 35 hours/week
  • Compensation: Starting wage $30/hour
  • Deadline: open until filled
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Family Support Worker (2 positions)

  • The Family Support Workers will report to the Family Support Team Leader and work as part of the team to provide integrated support services for Indigenous families, with a focus on promoting the safety and well-being of children through the strengthening of Indigenous families and their communities.
  • Hours: 1 – Full-time (35 hours per week) & 1 – Part-time (28 hours per week)
  • Term: Interim 30-60 days
  • Compensation: Negotiable – depending on experience
  • Deadline: open until filled
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Interim Outreach Worker

  • The Interim Outreach Workers will provide a range of outreach and housing support services to the homeless population of Kelowna, with a particular focus on serving the urban Indigenous community.
  • Hours: 35 hours/week
  • Compensation: $22/hour
  • Deadline: Open until filled
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Culturally-Supportive House SUPPORT WORKER

  • Reporting to the Housing Manager, this position will support the House family members and work with the team to develop a warm, welcoming, and culturally-safe environment with a sense of family and community. This Support Worker will be required to work within a fast-paced, often changing and sometimes stressful environment. There will be instances when the Support Worker will be required to work with people in crisis situations. Flexibility is key. The ability to function independently under pressure, while managing situations, including emergency situations, is an ongoing expectation. A thorough understanding of personal self-care and self-management will be necessary, and applicants need to preassess their ability to work 8-12-hour shifts under these circumstances.
  • Term: 12 hour night shifts
  • Compensation: $22/hour
  • Qualifications: Criminal Record Check, First Aid Certificate
  • How to apply: Please send your resume and cover letter to operations@ACEHsociety.com. In your cover letter, clearly indicate whether you are applying for full-time, part-time, or an on-call/relief position.

UVic: Indigenous Health Research Facilitator

  • Working closely with the UVic’s Centre for Indigenous Research and Community-Led Engagement (CIRCLE), UVic’s Office of the Vice-President Research (OVPR), and the BC Support for People and Patient Oriented Research Trials Vancouver Island Centre (BC SUPPORT Unit), this unique positon will facilitate further development of Indigenous patient-oriented research on Vancouver Island.
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VICTORIA NATIVE FRIENDSHIP CENTRE EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

JOB OPPORTUNITIES AT FIRST NATIONS HEALTH AUTHORITY

Unique Opportunities

Island Health is seeking a Co-Chair for the Health Research Ethics Board (the HREB)

Are you an individual who: has a strong sense of Justice, Respect for Persons, and is concerned with the Welfare of others? These are the three core principles of the Tri-Council Policy Statement on Research Ethics (TCSP 2 (2018) – the foundational lens through which all research at Island Health is reviewed.

The HREB is looking for a Co-Chair to serve on the HREB. We are looking for someone with community expertise, medical or health-care background who has an interest in research.

We are looking for someone who resonates with the core principles listed above; if that is you, please consider joining the Health Research Ethics Board (the HREB) at Island Health!

If you are intrigued, please contact us for a discussion: Contact Dawn Pollon – HREB Coordinator at (Dawn.Pollon@viha.ca)

More detailed info below:

All human research that is conducted by members of Island Health or that involves Island Health patients, facilities, residents, clients, staff, physicians, current data holdings, or other resources, requires research and ethical approval before it may begin, in accordance with Island Health's Research Ethics Review Policy.

Health Research Ethics Board (HREB)

• The HREB reviews behavioural studies that do not involve clinical interventions.

• Co-Chairs are responsible for reviewing all studies (1 week on/1 week off); Chairing HREB meetings; and providing an ethical lens and perspective on policy application within the Research Ethics and Compliance Office.

• Planned HREB meetings are usually held once every other month – at least 6 meetings per year, each meeting is about 1.5 hours; Ad-hoc meetings may occur.

• A stipend is offered to the successful candidate.

• Required free training for the position/on-boarding includes:

o Tri-Council Policy Statement on Research Ethics (TCSP 2 (2018) CORE online training module;

o San’yas Indigenous Cultural Safety Training;

o Island Health Certificate Information Management (CIM);

o Mentorship from out-going Co-Chairs

Please reach out for a coffee or a chat to learn more about becoming a member of an Island Health REB, please contact Dawn.Pollon@viha.ca. We would be happy to answer any questions you may have about HREB membership!

Call for Papers - Journal of Indigenous Social Development - Indigenous Communities and COVID-19: Impact and Implications

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  • Submission deadline: July 15, 2020
  • Anticipated publication date: October 15, 2020
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  • Partnered with some of the most innovative companies, including Accenture, SAP, Unbounce, and Vancity in Vancouver.
  • The summer internships run from May to August
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UVic Jamie Cassels Undergraduate Research Awards (JCURA) – Call for Nominations

  • Division of Learning and Teaching Support and Innovation
  • Awards of $1,500 each are available for undergraduate students to undertake research under the mentorship and guidance of a faculty member and present their research at the annual JCURA Student Fair. In addition, the students will have the opportunity to submit their academic poster for online publication in the JCURA poster collection and/or an article for consideration in the Arbutus Review.
  • Academic units are to submit their nomination(s) to the LTSI by the deadline of June 30, 2020
  • Contact: ltsipc@uvic.ca

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  • Contact indgcoop@uvic.ca or call 250-721-6326

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  • Visit website: prrl.rehab.med.ubc.ca

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  • Apply throughout the year
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STRATEGIC PLAN: Setting new directions to support Indigenous research and research training in Canada 2019 - 2022

  • The strategic plan is published by the federal research granting agencies—the Canadian Institutes of Health Research, the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council, and the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council—and fulfills a priority of the Canada Research Coordinating Committee to co-develop with Indigenous Peoples an interdisciplinary research and research training model that contributes to reconciliation
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TRI-COUNCIL POLICY STATEMENT: ETHICAL CONDUCT FOR RESEARCH INVOLVING HUMANS (TCPS2: 2018)

  • Read more (Chapter 9, Research Involving Indigenous peoples)

MEASURING WELLNESS: AN INDICATOR DEVELOPMENT GUIDE FOR FIRST NATIONS

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FIRST NATIONS MENTAL WELLNESS CONTINUUM FRAMEWORK

BC CAMPUS INDIGENIZATION GUIDES

KEY INEQUALITIES IN CANADA: A NATIONAL PORTRAIT-EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

WHO IS RESEARCH SERVING? A SYSTEMATIC REALIST REVIEW OF CIRCUMPOLAR ENVIRONMENT-RELATED INDIGENOUS HEALTH LITERATURE

THE BUILT ENVIRONMENT: UNDERSTANDING HOW PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENTS INFLUENCE THE HEALTH AND WELL-BEING OF FIRST NATIONS PEOPLES LIVING ON-RESERVE

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MENOPAUSE AND INDIGENOUS WOMEN IN CANADA: THE STATE OF CURRENT RESEARCH

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The IMN-PN network is generously supported by a grant from the Canadian Institutes of Health Research. For a complete list of project partners and supporters, please visit our website at: https://www.uvic.ca/research/centres/circle/network/resources/index.php.
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