Indigenous careers
We are committed to the inclusion of Indigenous knowledge and expertise in all levels of health care delivery, and Indigenous staff and medical staff are encouraged to bring their culture, teachings and worldviews into their roles.
Empowering Indigenous talent with meaningful career opportunities
Indigenous Health team members work with staff and medical staff across all programs and departments to provide strategic leadership, partner collaboration and community engagement to assist VCH to become a more culturally competent and safe organization.
The team supports VCH in its commitment to partner with First Nations, Métis and Inuit, build a health system that honours Indigenous worldview, traditional health and wellness practices and provides culturally safe services, ensure culturally safe care is provided and offer opportunities for educational workshops and learning.
Our commitment
Our vision of healthy lives in healthy communities inspires us and our values and pillars guide us. We support equitable practices, diverse teams and inclusive environments, which are vital to creating welcoming spaces where everyone can bring their whole selves to work and feel supported.
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Indigenous Cultural Safety
As one of our pillars, Indigenous Cultural Safety is our commitment to improving the quality and safety of health care experienced by Indigenous Peoples. By expanding and embedding cultural safety into onboarding, training, and programs and services, VCH aims to foster an inclusive and culturally safe environment for staff, medical staff, and the communities we serve.
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Continuous education
VCH is committed to the inclusion of Indigenous knowledge and expertise in all levels of health care delivery, and Indigenous staff and medical staff are encouraged to bring their culture, teachings and worldviews into their roles.
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Great Place to Work
VCH is proud to be recognized as one of Canada's Top Employers for Young People in 2025. Join a team connected by continuous learning, supportive leadership and most of all, quality patient care.
We strive to provide equitable access to health services and improved health and wellness outcomes for 14 First Nation communities within the Vancouver Coastal Health region. We are always learning so our aim is to work collaboratively to address health challenges to move toward reconciliation. And we do this working in collaboration with community Elders, First Nations, Métis and Inuit as well as First Nations Health Authority (FNHA).
First Nation communities we serveFeatured jobs
The roles highlighted here showcase opportunities to make a meaningful impact at Vancouver Coastal Health, with a focus on Indigenous talent. Ready for a fulfilling career where you can contribute to culturally safe health care? Discover our featured Indigenous roles and join our team today.
Indigenous Mental Health & Substance Use Outreach Nurse (RN/RPN)
Regular full time, Vancouver
Indigenous Mental Health & Substance Use Outreach Nurse (RN/RPN)
Regular full time, Vancouver
We are making VCH a safe place for healing by ensuring culturally specific medicines, healing methods and cultural supports are accessible to all patients, clients and families.
Our commitment to Indigenous Cultural Safety
Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) honours its commitment to supporting the journey of reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples in our region. We are committed to improving the health and access to culturally safe healthcare of the Indigenous People in our region, and we recognize that we all have a contribution to make to reconciliation and healing. With this recognition comes the responsibility to ensure authentic and intentional engagement and collaboration with the Indigenous population.
Meet the team
"Health is about harmony—mind, body, spirit, and community. I love being part of a diverse team of health-care providers, where we can draw on both traditional practices and Western medicine to support our patients in ways that honour their cultural values and individual needs."
Amanda, Indigenous Patient Navigator
Meet Amanda