Community Health Representative/ Worker

Job title: Community Health Representative/ Worker

Job description: Your Opportunity:

The Indigenous Health Liaison (IHL) reports to the Area Manager, Population, Public and Indigenous Health. The IHL is responsible and accountable for advocating and supporting Indigenous clients and families across the continuum of care – within health care facilities and within the community setting. Promoting awareness of and assisting Indigenous clients, families, agencies and communities in accessing Alberta Health Services (AHS) programs and services. Promoting awareness and assisting in linking Indigenous clients, families and communities to non-AHS programs (ie. FCSS, Children’s Services, local social service agencies). Participating in the provision of health promotion and disease/injury prevention programs through partnerships which focus on self-reliance and self-determination. Assisting AHS staff and physicians in obtaining information to better understand the client and family health concerns, social support network and barriers to access health care. Providing consultation and assistance to the health care team regarding culturally appropriate service provision. Participating in the provision of cultural awareness education for AHS staff. Developing culturally appropriate educational programs and materials for Indigenous clients, families and communities. Facilitating the development of respectful working partnerships between Alberta Health Services programs and services and Indigenous communities, organizations and agencies. Facilitating educational opportunities for Indigenous secondary and post-secondary students to work with Alberta Health Services staff to learn more about Indigenous culture and the health care culture and thereby encouraging these students to enter the AHS workforce.

Description:

As a Community Health Representative, you will work in partnership with community health staff in the provision of screening programs, health education and communicable disease control, and enhance the community capacity through strong community partnerships.

• Classification: Community Health Rep/Worker
• Union: AUPE AUX
• Unit and Program: Public Health
• Primary Location: St. Paul Health Centre
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 0.80
• Posting End Date: 12-SEP-2022
• Temporary Employee Class: Temp P/T Benefits
• Date Available: 22-SEP-2022
• Temporary End Date: 28-APR-2023
• Hours per Shift: 7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks: 4
• Shifts per cycle: 16
• Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Weekends
• Days Off: As Per Rotation
• Minimum Salary: $23.81
• Maximum Salary: $28.83
• Vehicle Requirement: Driver’s License, Vehicle Required

Required Qualifications:

Completion of Grade 12. Additional Required Qualifications:

College certificate/diploma in related health care discipline such as Community Health Representative, social work and nursing (if part of a registered profession – registration in good standing with applicable governing body). Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. Knowledge of the diversity of Indigenous cultural and political structures. Experience working in a culturally diverse environment. Demonstrate ability and comfort with coaching and teach individuals and groups. Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external partners respectfully and collaboratively. As a bona fide occupational requirement and under Section 11 of the Alberta Human Rights Act, only Indigenous applicants will be considered. We encourage Indigenous candidates to self-identify. Preferred Qualifications:

Ability to speak an Indigenous language.

Please note:

All postings close at 23:59 MT of the posting end date indicated.

Security Screening:

A satisfactory criminal record check and/or Vulnerable Sector Search is required prior to your first day of work. Additionally, all employees have an ongoing duty to disclose any charges or convictions that may occur during their employment with AHS.

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Communities. Together.

We’re passionate about what we do. Our team of skilled and dedicated health care professionals, support staff, and physicians promote wellness and provide health care every day, all across Alberta.

Everything we do at AHS reflects a patient and family centred approach; it’s about putting patients’ and families’ experiences, priorities and trust first.

We are an equal opportunity employer. AHS values the diversity of the people and communities we serve and is committed to attracting, engaging and developing a diverse and inclusive workforce.

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