We are seeking an individual who is passionate about promoting health and wellness equity for women in the Downtown Eastside (DTES) to assist the Self-Identified Women and Gender Diverse Program at Kilala Lelum Health Centre in the role of Social Navigator (our reimagined version of Social Worker). Kilala Lelum aims to provide access to decolonized primary care, Allied Health services, 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 Social Navigator (0.8 FTE), working within an interdisciplinary care team that includes Indigenous Elders, Physicians, Nurses, Allied Health professionals, and Outreach Workers, will deliver a plan of care and provide direct care activities to Self-Identifying Women and Gender Diverse members within Kilala Lelum. The Social Navigator will also work closely with the Reclaiming Our Spirits (ROS) members; ROS supports Indigenous Women by addressing their…

We are seeking an individual who is passionate about promoting health and wellness equity in the Downtown Eastside (DTES) to assist the Relational Care program at Kilala Lelum Health Centre in the role of Social Navigator (our reimagined version of Social Worker). Kilala Lelum aims to provide access to decolonized primary care, Allied Health services, 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 Social Navigator (0.6 FTE), working within an interdisciplinary care team that includes Indigenous Elders, Physicians, Nurses, Allied Health professionals, and Outreach Workers, will deliver a plan of care and provide direct care activities to members within an integrated health service delivery model. Prior to commencing work, the Social Navigator will receive training at KL to ensure a smooth transition into the role.Responsibilities:Care for members and families who…

We are seeking an Outreach Worker who is passionate about promoting health and wellness We are seeking an individual who is passionate about promoting health and wellness equity in the Downtown Eastside (DTES) to assist the pilot Drop-in Program at Kilala Lelum Health Centre in the role of Social Navigator (our reimagined version of Social Worker). As a pilot program, it may change to best serve the needs of members accessing Kilala Lelum. Kilala Lelum aims to provide access to decolonized primary care, Allied Health services, 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 Social Navigator (0.8 FTE), working within an interdisciplinary care team that includes Indigenous Elders, Physicians, Nurses, Allied Health professionals, and Outreach Workers, will deliver a plan of care and provide direct care activities to members within the Drop-in…

We are seeking an Outreach Worker who is passionate about promoting health and wellness equity in the Downtown Eastside (DTES) to join the Relational Care Program at Kilala Lelum Health and Wellness Cooperative. This program provides food security, nursing and Allied Health services, and Elder-led cultural care to members (patients) accessing the space. There are approximately 300 members on the food security program and 50 members enrolled in medication management/case management services in Relational Care. Our aim is to provide healthcare services through an outreach-based, culturally-safe, trauma-informed, member-centered, and harm reduction approach. Job Summary: The Outreach Worker (Casual), supported by an integrated health service team, provides support services to our members living in the DTES.Working within an integrated health service delivery model and interdisciplinary care team that includes primary care, mental health, and substance use, the Outreach Worker will outreach members, work closely with other community…

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…

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…