Ideaa Consultant - Oshawa, Canada - Lakeridge Health

Lakeridge Health

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Oshawa, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

NON-UNION

LAKERIDGE HEALTH
Position:

Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Accessibility and Anti-Black Racism (IDEAA) Consultant

Program:

IDEAA and Wellness

Status:

Full Time

Salary:

$ $50.296 per hour

Site:

Lakeridge Health Oshawa

Posting:

UNEX
This position is open to all qualified applicants commencing June 8, 2023 and closing 11:
59 pm on June 22, 2023.

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Reporting to the Manager, IDEAA and Wellness the IDEAA Consultant will be an unapologetically outspoken and brave person who is passionate about making meaningful change at the organizational level.

Our newly established IDEAA department is seeking someone who understands the importance of this work, has done their own work around becoming an ally and wants to change the landscape of healthcare, both for our team members and the people we serve, within the region of Durham.

The IDEAA Consultant is an expert and thought leader who will thrust the organization forward in building a culture where everyone feels represented and valued and has equal opportunity to learn, grow and contribute their best.

This position will promote the principles of inclusivity, equity and continuous learning and development to support both the physical and psychological safety, engagement and effectiveness of Lakeridge's team members and the communities we serve.

The Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Accessibility and Anti-Racism Consultant will be the key team member who will help with the development and implementation of programs, policies, and initiatives to advance our IDEAA priorities at Lakeridge Health.

You will be a key point of contact with people across the hospital, collaborating to educate, guide and champion actions that support IDEAA.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Lead the development and delivery of IDEAA education to internal and external stakeholders
Leverage opportunities to embed IDEAA within hospital departments and sites
Help cultivate IDEAA champions across Lakeridge Health sites
Prepare IDEAA reports, metrics, organizational communications, presentations and learning materials
Create a culture of IDEAA learning and awareness by organizing IDEAA events
Build relationships and partnerships with various structurally underserved communities
Collaborate with key stakeholder to implement and monitor the IDEAA multiyear action plan
Organize awareness events across the organization
Act as a key point of contact for all IDEAA related questions and inquiries from team members
Maintain awareness of legislation, regulations, standards and best practices related to accessibility and accommodations for persons with disabilities
Any additional duties as required

QUALIFICATIONS:

University degree in a related field, preferably social justice, social studies, human rights, public administration or Social Work
Experience in planning, developing, coordinating, implementing, and monitoring IDEAAA projects and major initiatives
Ability to speak up and identify systemic oppression, discriminatory practices and create brave spaces
Deep understanding and/or lived experience of the structurally underserved communities
Working knowledge of the Ontario Human Rights Code, the Anti-Racism Act, the Occupational Health and Safety Act, the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, and other relevant legislation
Strong record of establishing credibility and building relationships at all levels and providing proactive and responsive solutions
Teamoriented individual that is engaged and motivated to strengthen and maintain team culture
Solid organizational skills and aptitude to effectively handle numerous projects and initiatives
Excellent collaboration, oral, and written communication skills with public speaking and facilitation skills
Proficiency in MS Office

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Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook

Ability to work well with diverse internal groups and all levels within the organization
Must have satisfactory performance record
Demonstrated commitment to our core values of Inclusion, Compassion, Innovation, Teamwork and Joy
Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to Lakeridge Health's comprehensive safety programs and practices including staff, patient and environmental safety and participation in regular inservices in this area
Proven good attendance record with capability of maintaining this same standard

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

The terms and conditions of employment are in accordance with Lakeridge Health's policies and procedures.

Lakeridge Health thanks all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Successful applicants must provide a satisfactory Criminal Investigation Reference for the vulnerable sector, dated within the past six (6) months.

Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the recruitment and assessment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).

Applicants need to make their