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POSITION: Medical Secretary
SHIFT: Monday to Friday 9:00am – 5:00pm
SALARY: $30 hourly (Full time) Start: Immediately
Location: Auduzhe Mino Nesewinong (Place of Healthy Breathing) - Indigenous Primary Care
Health Clinic, 22 Vaughan Road /City of Toronto
Closing Date: Open until filled.
Background: Auduzhe Mino Nesewinong (Place of Healthy Breathing) is an evolving
Indigenous Interprofessional Primary Care Team that began through a partnership with Na-Me- Res
(Native Men’s Residence), Call Auntie Clinic, and Well Living House, as a response to the
disparities affecting the First Nations, Inuit and Metis (FNIM) population during the COVID-19
pandemic. Auduzhe has been advancing to include vaccination, preventative, episodic and primary
care to aim to meet the voiced needs of the community. Over the past 3 years, Auduzhe has been at
the forefront of developing and delivering culturally safe access to urgent health and social
supports, testing, contract tracing, case management and access to treatment with a small team and
even smaller budget. Auduzhe focuses on disease prevention, vaccines across the lifespan, health
promotion, wholistic care, and data sovereignty, through outreach partnerships, home visits, and
on-site healing.
MAIN FUNCTION: The Medical Secretary is someone who has a deep understanding of client centered
care by prioritizing the patients’ needs, and is intended to develop and provide administrative
non-clinical support to our patients and the on-site team at Auduzhe Mino Nesewinong and to build
trust and rapport with patients and the team members for creating a welcoming, supportive and
culturally safe space for First Nations, Inuit, and Metis (FNIM) and their household members.
Working under the guidance and direction of the Clinic Coordinator, the Director of Operations and the Medical Director, the Medical Administrative Assistant will be responsible for activities involved in the following:
- Create a warm and inviting reception for community members, visitors, and families in person, on the telephone and by email in a professional non-judgemental manner
- Collaborate as part of the interprofessional staff team for the best interest of the clients, their families and the community.
- Coordinate with other organizations to ensure smooth flow of patient care and clinic operations.
- Maintain an efficient computerized client encounter system by inputting an updating information into Oscar, and/or other EMRs, in an efficient and timely manner.
- Aid and support the patients and the clinical team by processing and following up on referrals to specialists, laboratory and procedural appointments, and pharmacist inquires as part of the interprofessional team.
- Ensure proper notification of on-site and external medical appointments and medical correspondence to patients as part of the interprofessional team.
- Maintain client confidentiality and privacy at all times as per Na-Me-Res/Auduzhe protocols and PHIPA Standards.
- Collect and enter client and other data and necessary information for reports and site operations.
- Perform other related duties as defined by the Clinic Coordinator, the Director of Operations and the Medical Director.
Qualifications
- Graduate of a Medical Administrative Diploma or acceptable equivalent combination of education and lived experience.
- 3-5 years knowledge/experience working in an Indigenous interprofessional health team or similar.
- Demonstrated and exceptional ability to engage and build relationships with diversity of FNIM agencies in a respectful and strength-based manner.
- Demonstrated understanding of two-spirit, gender diverse, and queer Indigenous identities
- Proficiency in EMR and strong computer skills
- Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in all duties and tasks
- Strong ability to work independently by taking initiatives in collaboration with other members of a busy care-centered team
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple tasks in a timely manner and flexibility to adapt to changing workload
- Experience with trauma-informed care; able to communicate with clients in a professional, empathetic, and culturally safe manner with fundamental understanding of anti-Indigenous discrimination and oppression
- Strong communication (verbal/written) and interpersonal skills
- Awareness and willingness to continue learning about Indigenous Cultural Safety and other cultural learnings/teachings
- Ability to obtain/maintain a current and clear police check is a condition of employment
- Up to date immunizations and records We encourage Indigenous applications (First Nation, Métis, Inuit). We thank all applicants however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. If you are invited to an interview and require accommodation, we will make every effort to accommodate you.
Closing Date: Open until filled.
A resume, cover letter, and references can be sent to:
Na-Me-Res (Native Men’s Residence) Human Resources 26 Vaughan Road, Toronto, ON M6G 2C4
Fax # (416) 652-3138
Email: jobs@nameres.org & dbowyer@nameres.org
Closing Date:
The position will remain open until a successful candidate is hired.
Job Summary:
Under the direction of the Supervisor of Mental Health, the School Mental Health Worker is responsible for providing support to the students and staff of Lloyd S. King Elementary School and the Mississauga of the Credit First Nation (MCFN) students of Hagersville Secondary School.
Education and Experience
- Degree in Social Work with 2 years of counselling with children and youth
- Or Diploma in Social Work or Child and Youth Worker with 5 years of counselling experience with children and youth
- Registered Social Worker in good standing with the Ontario College of Social Workers/Social Service Workers or other College of Psychotherapists
Knowledge
- Be knowledgeable about Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation’s culture and social structure
- Be familiar with traditional Indigenous approaches to healing
- Have extensive knowledge of therapeutic intervention and of the range of evidence-based treatment modalities that are employed in prevention
- Working knowledge of the Child and Family Services Act
- Solid background in computers with specific knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel
Skills/Abilities
- To work cooperatively with other staff and management
- Relate effectively to community members
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
Other Requirements
- Class “G” Drivers licence
- Must have a satisfactory result from a Criminal Record Check including a vulnerable sector
check. - Certification in First Aid and CPR or willingness to obtain by the end of the probationary period
- Must be willing to work flexible hours, including evenings and occasional weekends
Assets
- Experience working with children in an educational/School setting
- SAFE talk and ASIST training
Please submit your cover letter, resume, proof of educational qualifications and three current
references to:
The Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation
Attention: Personnel Committee
2789 Mississauga Road
Hagersville, ON
N0A 1H0
Applications will also be accepted by fax at 905-768-1225 or via email listed below
A detailed job description is available at the MCFN Admin Building or by email at
Preference will be given to Indigenous applicant. Self-identification is encouraged.
Miigwech to all who apply, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Closing Date:
The position will remain open until a successful candidate is hired.
Job Summary:
Under the direction of the Supervisor of Mental Health, the Children’s Mental Health Worker is responsible for providing support to the community by identifying individuals who are in a high-risk situation or expressing early signs and symptoms. They are also responsible for providing individual/group counselling and service planning for children/youth, 6 to 18 years of age, as well as assisting with the general unit administration.
Education and Experience
- University degree in Social Work plus 2 years of counselling experience with children and youth
- Or a university degree in Psychology, or related Counselling degree with 5 years counselling experience working with children and youth
- Or a college diploma in Social Services Worker and 5 years of counselling experience
- A member in good standing with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers, or College of Psychotherapists
Knowledge
- Be knowledgeable about Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation’s culture and social structure
- Be familiar with traditional Indigenous approaches to healing
- Have extensive knowledge of therapeutic intervention and of the range of evidence-based treatment modalities that are employed in prevention
- Working knowledge of the Child and Family Services Act
- Solid background in computers with specific knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel
Skills/Abilities
- To work cooperatively with other staff and management
- Relate effectively to community members
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
Other Requirements
- Class “G” Drivers licence
- Must have a satisfactory result from a Criminal Record Check including a vulnerable sector check.
- Certification in First Aid and CPR or willingness to obtain by the end of the probationary period
- Must be willing to work flexible hours, including evenings and occasional weekends
- Must have a Safe Food Handler’s Certificate or be willing to obtain one
Assets
- Knowledge of the Mental Health Act
- SAFE talk and ASIST training
Please submit your cover letter, resume, proof of educational qualifications, and three current references to:
The Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation
Attention: Personnel Committee
2789 Mississauga Road
Hagersville, ON
N0A 1H0
Applications will also be accepted by fax at 905-768-1225 or via email listed below.
A detailed job description is available at the MCFN Admin Building or by email at
Preference will be given to Indigenous applicant. Self-identification is encouraged.
Miigwech to all who apply, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.