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Calling All Healthcare Professionals: Join iCON as an Event Speaker

Are you passionate about advancing healthcare in your community?

UBC’s interCultural Online Network (iCON) is looking for healthcare professionals like you to join as event speakers!

As part of the B.C Ministry of Health’s Patients as Partner Initiative, iCON supports transforming health equity for older adults in British Columbia that belong to multicultural communities. iCON aims to provide information on chronic disease management that is culturally relevant to these communities and employ digital tools to make healthcare more accessible. iCON’s work bridges critical gaps in healthcare, while also partnering with health authorities to advocate cultural safety for the Indigenous communities.

Workshops can be delivered virtually, in-person or in a hybrid format, with in-person sessions generally held in the Metro Vancouver area.

 

How iCON Supports You 

iCON collaborates closely with each event speaker to develop their presentations and integrate workshop logistics, ensuring you feel fully supported every step of the way. Also, an honorarium will be provided to recognize your time and contribution.

 

Ready to Get Involved? 

If you are interested in sharing your expertise and making an impact across multicultural communities in British Columbia, fill out our Speaker Interest Form below. Our team will reach out to you if there is a suitable opportunity that matches your expertise. For inquiries or concerns, please contact iCON program manager, Betsy Leimbigler: betsy.leimbigler@ubc.ca

Speaker Interest Form 

Hiring Now: Event Coordinator #JR24848

Job Summary

This position reports to the Manager, Program Administration & Technology for administration purposes, and reports to the iCON (interCultural Online Network) Program Manager for work purposes. The position works closely with research team members, faculty, project managers, and other personnel associated with specific projects. The incumbent may interact with community organizations, health professionals, clinical groups, patients and community members, government representatives, multicultural community partners, and other stakeholder groups.

 

Work Performed

  • Conceptualizes and creates core special events, develops event plans, and carries out all arrangements around preparing for and managing successful events occurring simultaneously.
  • Researches and analyzes user needs and advises on all aspects of event management; documents recommendation, posts event data analysis, and disseminates results to management.
  • Develops, recommends, and implements policies and procedures affecting event planning and administration of the various events.
  • Manages venue options and feasibility of locations and negotiates all event-related venue/catering/multimedia contracts.
  • Works with the Communications Coordinator in the design and development of web sites, brochures, programs, electronic media, sponsor, and advertising materials for events.
  • Negotiates costs of event venues and services; makes travel arrangements, books speakers, videographers, etc. and organizes the production of handouts, programs and agendas for events.
  • Manages virtual conferences including registration, coordinating multiple speakers, simultaneous interpretation, virtual exhibitors, recordings and post event reporting.
  • Facilitates the participation of senior business and academic speakers in DigEM events, organizes recruiting efforts, and liaises and coordinates with volunteers, presenters, speakers, and committee members.
  • Collaborates with Communications Coordinator in creating an overall coordinated communications plan.
  • Develops and updates a detailed database of contacts (provincial, national and international).
  • Sets up booths and displays, disseminates reports, brochures, etc., and maintains digital files from DigEM presentations.
  • Oversees budget, prepares invoices, and liaises with the Program Manager, DigEM administrator, and university finance departments as needed.
  • Acts as the DigEM representative on various committees as needed.
  • Performs other duties as required.

 

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

  • Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
  • Ability to compose correspondence, reports, presentations, and other written materials using clear concise business English.
  • Ability to analyze problems, identify key information and issues, and effectively resolve.
  • Ability to work effectively independently and in a team environment.
  • Ability to exercise sound judgment.
  • Ability to effectively manage multiple tasks and priorities.
  • Ability to prioritize time-critical event tasks, liaise with vendors/ venue providers, attendees and the media.
  • Ability to exercise tact and discretion.
  • Demonstrated ability to exercise diplomacy.
  • Ability to work with various levels of senior administration and university personnel.
  • Ability to work on weekends or outside of regular work hours on occasion to carry out the duties of position

 

Minimum Qualifications

Two year diploma in Hotel Management, Hospitality, Tourism, or Event Management. Minimum two years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

  • Willingness to respect diverse perspectives, including perspectives in conflict with one’s own
  •  Demonstrates a commitment to enhancing one’s own awareness, knowledge, and skills related to equity, diversity, and inclusion

 

Preferred Qualifications

Education: Undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline preferred.

Experience: Experience in managing healthcare related events and conferences, particularly for mutli-cultural and ethnic communities, plus for healthcare professionals.

 

To apply: https://ubc.wd10.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/ubcstaffjobs/job/Event-Coordinator_JR24848

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the Posting End Date above.

Interested in gaining insights into AI and health innovations? Contact Us!

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools are smart helpers in the digital world, which is the space created by phones, computers, and the internet. As smart helpers, they are able to learn information from your digital habits to give suggestions, answer questions, and make daily tasks easier. Examples of AI technology in your daily life are: using Alexa/Siri/Chat GPT; getting automatic suggestions for words when you are texting; and getting an AI generated “summary of results” when you look something up on Google.

Are you interested in learning more about AI and AI in health? Send us an email at icon.support@ubc.ca

Hiring Now: Research Assistant #JR17438

Job Summary:

This position is under the administrative supervision of the Manager, Program Administration & Technology and is functionally supervised by Evaluation Analysts and Project Coordinators as well as senior management on a project basis or as designated. The incumbent interacts with research team members, faculty, project managers, and other personnel associated with specific projects. The incumbent may interact with community organizations, health professionals, clinical groups, patients and community members, government representatives, and other stakeholder groups.

Work Performed

  • Assists in planning multicultural community, as well as healthcare professional, education events, including consultation on strategic programming, virtual and in-person event logistics planning, partnership development, community outreach, liaising with speakers and quality improvement evaluation.
  • Assists with iCON related evaluation and research activities.
  • Assists with data collection by co-facilitating focus groups, conducting interviews and administering surveys.
  • Assists senior level staff with administering forms or questionnaires, data preparation, collection, entry, and analysis.
  • Supports the preparation of reports, publications, needs assessments and presentations.
  • Conducts literature searches, as well as reviews and assists with the synthesis of literature.
  • Assists in the development of funding proposal by investigating applicable funding opportunities, searching and compiling submission criteria, completing funding application forms and documents, drafting components of letters of intent, and drafting full proposals.
  • Assists with evidence based and community informed resource development (culturally tailored presentations, infographics, booklets, toolkits, website content, etc.), coordinating integration of input and feedback with diverse project partners.
  • Supports coordination of programming, including liaising and with diverse project partners, connecting with and building relationships with community partners, participating in outreach, organizing and documenting meetings, and communicating with diverse project partners.
  • Performs other duties as required.

 

Minimum Qualifications
High school graduation, some additional training in a related field and a minimum two years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

– Willingness to respect diverse perspectives, including perspectives in conflict with one’s own

– Demonstrates a commitment to enhancing one’s own awareness, knowledge, and skills related to equity, diversity, and inclusion

 

Preferred Qualifications

Education: Undergraduate degree in an area of social science, health science, communication, or public health with research experience preferred.

Experience: Knowledge and understanding of basic social science research methods. Experiences with BC health professional organizations, Indigenous health, community development, cross-cultural projects, and liaising and engaging with external organizations are assets. Panjabi, Cantonese and/or Mandarin language skills are an asset. Preference will be given to candidates with some grant writing experience and experience working in a not-for-profit environment.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

  • Ability to effectively use computer software, such as MS Office, data analysis software, familiarity with online literature search tools.
  • Ability to work effectively independently and in a team environment.
  • Ability to show initiative and judgment.
  • Ability to prioritize and work effectively under pressure to meet deadlines.
  • Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
  • Ability to occasionally work on weekends or outside of regular work hours for community engagement activities (e.g., conducting focus group, implementing educational health events).

To apply:

Posting End Date: June 12, 2024

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the Posting End Date above.

Stay Ready, Stay Safe: Emergency Preparedness Tips and Resources

Emergency Preparedness Week is a national event supported by Public Safety Canada, working closely with provincial and territorial emergency management organizations, Indigenous organizations, non-governmental organizations, and private sector organizations who support activities at the local level to encourage Canadians to take three simple steps to become better prepared to face a range of emergencies.

  1. Know the Risks: Understand the types of emergencies that could occur in your region
  2. Make a Plan: Develop an emergency plan for your family.
  3. Get an Emergency Kit: Assemble a kit with essential supplies that can sustain you and your family for at least 72 hours.

Emergency Preparedness Week 2024 was May 5 to 11. Even though Emergency Preparedness Week has passed, it’s never too late to make sure you are prepared to protect yourself, your family and your community during an emergency. iCON recently held a webinar about Chronic Disease Management during Extreme Environmental Conditions and Wildfires in Cantonese.

 

In this webinar, you will learn about:

  • The health risks associated with exposure to wildfire smoke and the resulting impact on chronic diseases. (revised based on MoH’s comment)
  • The strategies for protecting respiratory health.
  • The medication management and lifestyle modifications for coping with extreme environmental conditions.
  • The importance of staying informed and seeking support.

Feel free to view event page here to learn more about the event. You can also check out the resources below for more

information.

Resources

Emergency Preparedness Week Toolkit 

Build an Emergency Kit

Make an Emergency Plan

Emergency Preparedness Guide

Emergencies can happen anytime anywhere

Community resources

2024 Celina Radio Show Interview with Dr. Kendall Ho

January 2024: Pharmacy Nowadays

Listen to Dr. Kendall Ho talk at Celina radio show to discuss various health-related topics, this month’s topic is Pharmacy Nowadays.

In this episode, Dr. Ho guided the discussion on:

  • New services provided by pharmacies

This radio show is delivered in Cantonese, to listen to the full interview click the link below!

 

February 2024: High Blood Pressure

Listen to Dr. Kendall Ho talk at Celina radio show to discuss various health-related topics, this month’s topic is High Blood Pressure.

In this episode, Dr. Ho guided the discussion on:

  • Commonness of high blood pressure
  • Cause of high blood pressure
  • How to control blood pressure

This radio show is delivered in Cantonese, to listen to the full interview click the link below!

 

 

Learn How To Navigate the iCON Website

Exploring iCON Website: A Desktop Version in Cantonese

Embark on a guided journey with us as we delve into the essential features of iCON website. Explore the key features, learn how to register events and where to find health resources across various sections. Whether you’re a newcomer or a seasoned user, this video tour is your gateway to unlocking the rich and dynamic features of iCON website.

 

 

iCON WhatsApp group – South Asian

We’re thrilled to announce the launch of a brand new iCON WhatsApp group – a space to share insights, upcoming event announcements, practical tips and resources to manage your health better.
 
1. Click the link: https://chat.whatsapp.com/JH3sD1b8QhO6c5ldXxbYVK
2. Or scan the QR code on the image
3. Read the group description
4. Welcome to the group

Additional Resources for South Asian Community: Mental Wellness

Additional Resources for South Asian Community: Mental Wellness

Websites:

Support Groups:

Consulting Services:

Self-Management:

Prepare Yourself for Extreme Heat

Heat events, also referred to as heatwaves, encompass consecutive days of temperatures exceeding the usual range for a specific region. With the ongoing climate changes, British Columbia can anticipate an increase in the frequency, duration, and intensity of heat events.

 

While heat events can impact the health of individuals, extreme heat poses a significantly higher risk of severe illness, particularly for those lacking access to a cool indoor setting. As outdoor temperatures escalate each day, the heat can accumulate indoors, creating a potentially perilous situation. The longer the duration of the heat event, the greater the danger it presents.

Resource

Find out what to do before, during and after an extreme heat event.

Extreme Heat Preparedness Guide (May 2023)

More information from Province of British Columbia