Kim C. Brooks
About Kim C. Brooks
Kim C. Brooks serves as the Vice President of Regional Operations at Vancouver Coastal, with extensive experience in health services and community engagement. She holds a Master of Arts in Leadership (Health) and has worked in various capacities within federal, provincial, and First Nations governments.
Work at First Nations Health Authority
Kim C. Brooks currently holds the position of Vice President of Regional Operations at the First Nations Health Authority in West Vancouver, British Columbia. She has been in this role since 2018, contributing to the organization's mission of improving health outcomes for First Nations communities. Her responsibilities include overseeing regional operations and engaging with various stakeholders to enhance service delivery and community health initiatives.
Education and Expertise
Kim C. Brooks has an extensive educational background. She earned a Master of Arts in Leadership (Health) from Royal Roads University, completing her studies from 2015 to 2017. She also holds a Bachelor of Arts in Criminology from Simon Fraser University and a Certificate in Liberal Arts from the same institution. Additionally, she studied Conflict Resolution at the Justice Institute of British Columbia, further enhancing her skills in negotiation and conflict management.
Background
Kim C. Brooks is from the Taku River Tlingit First Nation in northern British Columbia. She has significant experience working within various levels of government, including Federal, Provincial, and First Nations. Prior to her current role, she served as the Department Head of Yúustway Health Services for the Squamish Nation from 2005 to 2018, where she managed health services and community health initiatives.
Achievements
Throughout her career, Kim C. Brooks has served on numerous professional councils and boards. Notably, she held the position of President for the First Nations Health Directors Association for four years and served on its Board for seven years. Her contributions include involvement in provincial negotiations and capacity development, which have aimed to strengthen health services for First Nations communities.