Indigenous Health Social Work Specialist

Advance Indigenous health services through cultural safety expertise, community partnerships, and social work consultation within Fraser Health’s interdisciplinary care environment.

This Social Work Specialist supports Indigenous patients, families, healthcare professionals, and community partners. The work includes culturally safe care, Indigenous wellness consultation, education, referrals, and service improvement. You will contribute to committees, planning bodies, and initiatives addressing care gaps.

• Provide consultation on Indigenous cultures, health beliefs, and social issues
• Build capacity through training, presentations, and support groups
• Collaborate with Elders, traditional healers, and health professionals
• Participate in committees improving Indigenous patient care services
• Develop research and program planning activities as assigned

• Social Work degree, training, and equivalent experience accepted
• Two years’ recent experience in complex healthcare environments
• Experience working with Indigenous clients required
• Knowledge of residential school issues and Indigenous cultures
• Ability to educate, consult, organize, and prioritize effectively

Use Indigenous wellness knowledge, cultural safety, and collaborative social work practice to improve services for patients and communities.