HSO Careers

Description

Accreditation Canada (AC) is accepting applications from First Nations, Inuit, and Métis health care and social services providers who share our passion for achieving quality health services for all. We are building a future towards ensuring surveys are conducted in a manner of cultural responsiveness and are culturally safe for staff, contractors, clients, and others involved in the survey process.  If you are looking to contribute to the health care and social services field and to communities, highlighting and furthering First Nations, Inuit, and Métis perspectives on quality, health, and wellness in a meaningful way this position could be for you. 

Terms: Must be available to participate in a minimum of 10 days of surveying per year (approximately 2 surveys per year). Additionally, some preparation and travel time is required. An orientation to the community visited will be part of survey preparation. Surveyors must also participate in initial training and complete ongoing learning requirements.  

Compensation: Surveyors are paid a modest honorarium and reimbursed for travel expenses. They can also earn continuing education credits from the First Nations Health Managers Association (FNHMA), Canadian College of Health Leaders (CCHL), Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (RCPSC), and the College of Family Physicians of Canada (CFPC).   

Location: Canada  

Application Deadline: March 31st, 2025

In-person training is planned for spring 2025. 

As peer reviewers and champions of quality and safety, your responsibilities include:  

• Conducting on-site surveys as a member of a multi-disciplinary team (often teams of 2-3);
• Assessing the quality of programs and services against standards of excellence and identifying areas for improvement;
• Sharing your experience and providing guidance on wise practices in the field;
• Ensuring the survey is conducted in a manner of cultural humility, and is culturally safe for staff, contractors, clients, and others involved in the survey process.

You have a unique history. Does it include the abilities and experience listed below?  

• First Nations, Inuit, and/or Métis person with experience working with Indigenous communities. 
• Currently employed by an organization that is accredited by AC or actively engaged in the health care or social services field.
• Leadership experience as a health care or social service provider. 
• Knowledge of AC’s programs and accreditation processes (or commitment to learn about these).
• Clinical experience as a Registered Nurse, Social Worker, or Counselor,  and a valid professional license.
• Experience working with others on governance, service design, and/or quality improvement initiatives.
• Fluency in English and excellent communication skills, including strong writing skills and the ability to adapt your communication style to the audience.
• Outstanding interpersonal skills to create relationships, a positive attitude, and the ability to adapt to unexpected changes and/or new environments. 
• Ability to analyze information and draw conclusions based on direct observation and document review.
• Strong technology skills, including the ability to operate a computer and use web-based software.

You’ll stand out if you....  

• Have some knowledge of languages such as Inuktitut and Cree, or other Indigenous languages to be able to speak with Elders and create trust with patients.
• Are fluent in French, Arabic, Farsi, Italian, Slovenian, Spanish or other languages.
• Have Cultural Safety and Humility training. 
• Understand trauma-and-resiliency informed approaches towards engagement. 

Do you have what we’re looking for? Submit your CV and a cover letter. If you have questions,  or if you would like to speak to someone about the role and position prior to applying, or after applying, please contact [email protected].   

We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to the principles of Employment Equity. We encourage applications from all qualified persons, including visible minorities, First Nations, Inuit, and Métis people, and persons with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.