Mi'kmaw Community Outreach Coordinator
Mi'kmaw Community Outreach Coordinator
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Job Description
Do you want to work for a health care organization that changes peoples lives One that not only cares deeply about clients but also values that its employees are its greatest asset
Vision Loss Rehabilitation Canada is a unique health services organization that serves people who are blind or partially sighted across the country. Our certified specialists provide training that empowers clients to develop or to restore activities of daily living skills to promote their independence to enhance safety and mobility. We work closely with ophthalmologists optometrists and other health care professionals by providing essential care on a referral basis in homes workplaces and communities across the country.
We offer competitive salaries and benefits flexible schedules and opportunities for professional development and growth.
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Position Title: Mikmaw Community Outreach Coordinator
Location: Halifax NS
Term: Full-time Permanent
Reports To: Provincial Manager Healthcare Operations
Date: June 24 2025
I. Scope and Summary of Primary Responsibilities
The Mikmaw Community Outreach Coordinator plays a key role in building and maintaining culturally grounded relationships and partnerships between Vision Loss Rehabilitation Canada (VLRC) and Mikmaw communities and organizations throughout Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island.
This position supports culturally safe engagement and service delivery by acting as a liaison to ensure that VLRCs rehabilitation services and Eye Health Screening Initiative (EHSI) program are accessible responsive to the needs of Mikmaw individuals and communities and guided by Mikmaw culture and values.
II. Essential Functions
The position entails but is not limited to the following general responsibilities:
Establish and maintain strong relationships and partnerships with Mikmaw communities organizations.
Attend community events health fairs and gatherings in Mikmaw communities to raise awareness about VLRC services and programs.
Coordinate and facilitate presentations information sessions and workshops within Mikmaw communities.
Collect and share community feedback to support continuous improvements of services.
Maintain records of outreach activities community visits and engagement outcomes.
Communicate effectively with internal teams to share insights updates and discuss priorities.
Assisting with the coordination and delivery of EHSI screening clinics in community settings. Responsibilities include:
- Scheduling clinics in collaboration with partners
- Support onsite logistics and screening
- Follow up with clients who receive positive screening results and coordinate referrals to ensure continuity of care between health systems
Problem Solving/Time Frame of Impact
Compliant with VLRC standards policies and procedures
Able to effectively respond to and resolve issues in a timely manner
Able to provide effective solutions to problems utilizing diplomacy analysis and creativity.
Decision Autonomy
Creative resourceful collaborative and solution orientated.
Exercises judgment and tact when dealing with individuals and knows when to elevate issues to the next level.
Regular consultation with the Provincial Manager Healthcare Operations on operational issues that are complex or may require additional approvals.
Leadership
Demonstrates commitment to inclusion diversity equity and accessibility
Facilitates and enhances team efforts by sharing specialized knowledge experience and skills
Requirements
III. Qualifications
Knowledge and Skill Requirements
Lived experience and strong knowledge of Mikmaw culture
Fluency in the Mikmaw language considered an asset
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills focused on relationship-building and stakeholder engagement
Ability to work independently and collaboratively
Strong time management planning coordinating and organization skills
Resourceful and results oriented with excellent attention to detail
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (MS Word Excel Outlook and PowerPoint) and Microsoft Teams
Willingness to participate in ongoing training and professional development as part of the role.
Experience and Education
- A bachelors degree in a related field.
- Experience in health care considered an asset.
Work Environment
- Travel will be required.
- Ability to work flexible hours.
- Valid drivers licence required
Benefits
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VLRC is committed to creating and fostering an inclusive workplace and we are committed to a fair transparent and accessible recruitment process. We strongly encourage applications from members of groups that have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized including but not limited to Indigenous peoples racialized persons persons with disabilities people who are blind partially sighted or deafblind and those who identify as women and/or strongly encourage applications from applicants with sight loss. Direct lived experience would be a definite asset.
VLRC is committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities and will work with applicants requesting accommodations at any stage of the hiring process. Please note that the successful candidate will be required to pass a standard Vulnerable Sector Check.
Not sure if you qualify Think about applying anyway!
We understand that not everyone brings 100% of the skills and experience for the role. If you possess similar experience to what weve listed above we encourage you to apply. We believe that diverse experience transferable skills and passion are key!
We thank all applicants for their interest in VLRC however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Closing Date for Applications: July 11 2025
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
