Community Health Representative/Worker

Job title: Community Health Representative/Worker

Job description: Your Opportunity:

The Community Health Representative (CHR) reports to the Indigenous Health and Diversity Manager. The CHR contributes to advocating and supporting indigenous clients and families across the continuum of care within healthcare facilities and within the community setting. The CHR 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 programs and services. Promoting awareness and assisting in linking Indigenous clients, families, and communities to non-AHS programs i.e., 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 to 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 [AHS] programs & services and Indigenous communities, organizations, and agencies.

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
• Department: NZ GFLK C Prm/Dis/Inj Cmb
• Primary Location: Gift Lake Public Health Centre
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 1.00
• Posting End Date: 02-MAY-2022
• Employee Class: Regular Full Time
• Date Available: 12-MAY-2022
• Hours per Shift: 7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks: 2
• Shifts per cycle: 10
• Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Weekends
• Days Off: As Per Rotation
• Minimum Salary: $23.57
• Maximum Salary: $28.54
• Vehicle Requirement: Driver’s License, Vehicle Required

Required Qualifications:

Completion of Grade 12. Additional Required Qualifications:

Grade 12 Diploma minimum. College certificate/diploma in related health care discipline, such as Community Health Representative, Social Work, or Nursing preferred (If part of a registered profession-registration in good standing with applicable governing body). Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered. Knowledge of the diversity of Indigenous cultural and political structures. This position may require a vehicle for business use. Possession of a valid driver’s license and access to a motor vehicle in good repair for work-related travel is required. Experience working in a culturally diverse environment. Demonstrated ability and comfort with coaching and teaching individuals and groups. Effective oral and written communication skills. Evidence of strong interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to solve routine and standard problems. Ability to speak an Indigenous language is an asset. Evidence of initiative, flexibility and strong commitment. Demonstrated punctuality, adaptability, discretion and confidentiality. Manager may assign staff as a representative to committee work. CHR is required to travel in their day to day work. It is essential that the staff maintain professional boundaries in their work and be respectful and honor the cultural diversity and spiritual beliefs of their clients. Preferred Qualifications:

Working Knowledge of computer applications including basic work processing, email, videoconferencing, internet access, and data entry required. There is client and family contact through education, support, and advocacy. CHR is responsible for developing and maintaining respectful professional working relationships within AHS and with Indigenous clients, families, and communities. CHR is responsible for any additional duties as assigned.

Please note:

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

Hiring Requirements:

The following must be provided prior to your first day of work:

Security Screening: Satisfactory criminal record check and/or Vulnerable Sector Search. Additionally, all employees have an ongoing duty to disclose any charges or convictions that may occur during their employment with AHS.

COVID-19 Immunization: Proof of full immunization against COVID-19. Full immunization status is achieved when 14 days have passed after the second dose of a two-dose vaccine, or the first dose of a single-dose vaccine. See our for additional information.

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