Southern Chiefs` Organization Employment Opportunity HEALTH
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Southern Chiefs` Organization Employment Opportunity HEALTH
Southern Chiefs’ Organization Employment Opportunity HEALTH BENEFITS NAVIGATOR/ADVOCATE Southern Chiefs’ Organization (SCO) requires a Health Benefits Navigator for a term position until March 31, 2016. MAIN FUNCTION: the Health Benefits Navigator at SCO will provide assistance to eligible Southern First Nations members who are experiencing difficulties accessing the Non-Insured Health Benefits Program (NIHB) or relevant provincial programs and services. EDUCATION: Minimum relevant Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences, Native Studies, health related or relevant discipline or equivalent combination of education and experience EXPERIENCE: Minimum of three years working in the health care field Preparing written summaries and recommendations on complex health issues Writing of reports, briefing notes and speaking notes Experience working with First Nations KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS Knowledge of policy and issues relating specifically to First Nations Health Services and the NIHB Program is an asset Must be innovative and decisive with high-level organizational and analytical skills Training and proficiency in the use of computer programs (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook) Ability to analyze information, think strategically and develop creative and innovative solutions Excellent oral and written communication skills, staff and public relations Ability to build upon new and existing relationships with stakeholders Ability to speak one of the Southern First Nations dialect is an asset Suitable SCO member First Nation candidates will be given preference KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Serving as a contact for communities and individuals to facilitate the access to the Non Insured Health Benefit Program Providing support for members to address NIHB denials and appeals Collaborating with NIHB regional office on projects, programs or any initiatives that would improve awareness and access to the NIHB Program Partnering with First Nation health services, organizations and health service providers in order to assist members to navigate the NIHB Program on related benefits access Promoting understanding of the role of the navigator among communities Maintaining confidentiality of all members and their records Preparing reports as required to both program funding and SCO Provide patient advocacy Maintain a data base on member participation CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATION IS April 24, 2015 Please submit cover letters, resume & three (3) work related references to: Receptionist Southern Chiefs’ Organization 105-1555 St. James Street Winnipeg, Manitoba R3H 1B5 Fax: (204) 946-1871 [email protected] Re: Health Benefits Navigator We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected will be contracted for further consideration. Preference will be given to qualified First Nation candidates.