Community Health Worker

Job Description

MED Family Medicine Competition No. - S108652390 Posting Date - Jan 02, 2024 Closing Date - Jan 15, 2024 Position Type - Part Time - Grant Funded Salary Range - $25,910 to $35,191 (pro-rated) per year Grade - 08 Hours - 17.5 This position is a part of the Non-Academic Staff Association (NASA). This position has a term length of 2 years and offers a comprehensive benefits package which can be viewed on our Benefits Overview page. Location - North Campus Edmonton. This role is hybrid with a mix of remote and in-person. Working for the University of Alberta The University of Alberta acknowledges that we are located on Treaty 6 territory, and respects the histories, languages and cultures of First Nations, Métis, Inuit and all First Peoples of Canada, whose presence continues to enrich our vibrant community. The University of Alberta is teeming with change makers, community builders, and world shapers who lead with purpose each and every day. We are home to more than 40,000 students in 200+ undergraduate and 500+ graduate programs, over 13,000 faculty and staff, 260,000 alumni worldwide and have been recognized as one of Canada’s Greenest Employers for over a decade. Your work will have a meaningful influence on a fascinating cross section of people—from our students and stakeholders, to our renowned researchers and innovators who are quite literally curing diseases, making discoveries and generating solutions that make the world healthier, safer, stronger, and more just. Working for the Department/Faculty The CHANGE Health Community Program (CHCP) is a program to help families “re-learn” healthy living by providing lifestyle intervention programming in four main areas (physical activity, nutrition, mental health, and social connections). Targeting Alberta families, this innovative healthcare program responds to the need for healthcare to take a community-relevant, preventative, and holistic approach to health and wellness. The program uses a preventative, proactive, community-based model of care that focuses on lifelong wellness, which is in direct contrast to our current disease management models of care. It is a customized approach to health supported by an inter-professional team of family doctors, dietitians, kinesiologists, and mental health professionals. Position The Indigenous Community Coordinator will play a pivotal role in supporting the activities of the CHCP, specifically in establishing and maintaining relationships with Indigenous partners. Reporting to the Principal Investigator, the Coordinator will contribute to program activities, ensuring the successful adaptation of the CHCP for Indigenous communities, building capacity, and fostering partnerships. Duties Identify opportunities for partnership with Indigenous community organizations and seek out additional partnership opportunities, including with additional Indigenous Nations and agencies Develop and maintain strong relationships with Indigenous communities, including Nations, Elders, and Knowledge Keepers Maintain strong relationships with program participants and site contacts Communicate regularly with team members and project partners Develop procedures to support the implementation of the program at each community site Coordinate with Indigenous community sites to ensure program activities are conducted smoothly and ethically and meet Program milestones Work with the community to support recruitment of participants to participate in the program Plan and coordinate program schedules to ensure individual sites have the resources and materials required to conduct programming Provide clear and understandable advice and recommendations based on experience and knowledge to support informed decision making by leaders Gain the trust of leaders and other team members by providing information and advice in a transparent and professional manner Adhere to ethical conduct and privacy requirements at all times Assist the CHANGE Team in achieving project timelines and milestones Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in health sciences, social sciences, community engagement, or related disciplines and 5-7 years of related experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. Master’s degree preferred. Three or more years of experience working closely with Indigenous communities Demonstrated understanding of the cultural knowledge and perspective required to connect with Indigenous communities. Knowledge of Treaty 6, 7, and 8 communities is an asset Good knowledge and understanding of health and social service supports available for individuals and families in the community Demonstrated experience (1-2 years) in community engagement, community organization, and partnership development Ability to adapt to rapidly changing demands and commitment to creating equitable, diverse, and inclusive practices. Excellent written and oral communication skills, interpersonal and teamwork skills.Excellent prioritization, organization, and multi-tasking skills Strong knowledge and experience in computer software applications (e.g. Adobe, Canva, MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Zoom, e-mail, internet, etc.) Preferred Qualifications Ability to speak and communicate in any Indigenous language is an asset Work history in a non-profit or social services environment is preferred Demonstrated experience with social media, digital communications, and/or graphic design is preferred Driver’s license (class 5) is an asset; Access to a dependable vehicle or public transit to attend off-site community programs is an asset How to Apply Note: Online applications are accepted until midnight Mountain Standard Time of the closing date. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted. The University of Alberta is committed to an equitable, diverse, and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from all qualified persons. We encourage women; First Nations, Métis and Inuit persons; members of visible minority groups; persons with disabilities; persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression; and all those who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas and the University to apply.