We are seeking an individual who is passionate about promoting health and wellness equity in Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside (DTES) to assist the Kilala Lelum Health and Wellness Cooperative in the role of Social Navigation Coordinator. Kilala Lelum aims to provide members (patients) with access to decolonized primary care, Allied Health services, and Elder-led cultural care through an outreach-based, culturally-safe, strength-based, trauma-informed, member-centered, and harm reduction approach.Job Summary:The Social Navigation Coordinator (0.8 FTE) will work alongside the Social Navigation team (our reimagined version of Social Work) to ensure the compassionate, ethical, and culturally-safe support of members (patients) accessing social support and Kilala Lelum’s other programs and services. This role works within an interdisciplinary care team, including Indigenous Elders, Physicians, Nurses, Counsellors, and Outreach Workers, and reports to the Allied Lead.Responsibilities:Work closely with Social Navigators and Social Navigation Outreach Workers to support them in direct care provision and…

We are seeking an individual who is passionate about promoting health and wellness equity in the Downtown Eastside (DTES) to assist Kilala Lelum Health and Wellness Cooperative in the role of Housing Coordinator. Kilala Lelum aims to provide members (patients) with access to decolonized primary care, Allied Health services, and Elder-led cultural care through an outreach-based, culturally-safe, strength-based, trauma-informed, member-centered, and harm reduction approach.Job Summary:Taking a housing-first approach, the Housing Coordinator (0.8 FTE) supports the Allied Lead and the Allied Health team in placing members connected to the Social Navigation program in housing and with housing-related services. The Housing Coordinator role is integral in that it helps establish supportive and structured relationships with folks in Vancouver’s DTES in order to improve access to cultural connections and healthcare services.This role largely focuses on advocating for members and establishing/maintaining public relations within the housing community.Responsibilities:Manage a caseload…

We are seeking an individual who is passionate about promoting health and wellness equity in the Downtown Eastside (DTES) to join the Kilala Lelum Health Centre as a Medical Office Assistant (MOA) for 3-4 days a week (including Sundays). Kilala Lelum aims to provide access to primary care and Elder-led cultural care to new and existing members of the Health Centre through an outreach-based, culturally-safe, trauma-informed, member-centered, and harm reduction approach.Job Summary:The Medical Office Assistant (0.6-0.8 FTE) is an integral part of KL’s interdisciplinary healthcare team, working in conjunction with primary care providers (Physicians, Nurses, Nurse Practitioners), Allied Health professionals (Counsellors, Social Workers, Dieticians), and the Cultural Wellness team (Elders and Knowledge Keepers), to support members’ access to and experience of holistic, wrap-around care within the DTES community. The MOA’s role is to establish and maintain positive and engaging relationships with people living in the DTES, perform medical office duties (including…

Note: This is a short-term role (6-12 months) with the possibility of extension.We are seeking a Clinic Manager who is highly organized, able to communicate calmly and effectively, and has experience making informed, strategic decisions in a fast-paced environment. The ability to lead by example, multi-task, and be proactive and adaptable is a must in our dynamic health centre. You will have excellent administrative and interpersonal skills, an understanding of employee relationships and conflict navigation, experience in clinic management, and the desire to work with a team of passionate, multidisciplinary healthcare professionals. This is an exceptional opportunity for an individual interested in and committed to decolonizing healthcare and promoting health and wellness equity in Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside (DTES).Job Summary:The Clinic Manager (0.8 FTE), supported by Kilala Lelum’s Leads, Managers, and Administrative positions, will serve as first point of contact for the MOA team and anyone seeking information about…

Position is half time including one remote or virtual session per week – starting June 2024We are seeking a Primary Care Physician who is passionate about promoting health and wellness equity in the Downtown Eastside (DTES) to join the Primary Care team at Kilala Lelum Health and Wellness Cooperative. KL’s aim is to provide healthcare services through a culturally-safe, trauma-informed, member-centered, and harm reduction approach. Please see kilalalelum.ca for more details. The Primary Care Physician will provide comprehensive, collaborative care to an existing panel of about 150 members (patients).Job Summary:The Primary Care Physician (0.5 FTE) will work in an environment dedicated to Indigenous health and wellness alongside and in collaboration with a team of primary care providers, including other Physicians, Nurses, and Nurse Practitioners. This team aims to provide culturally-safe and effective primary care for people of all nations that is both inclusionary and flexible for individuals with mental illness, substance…