Community Health Representative

Brunswick House First Nation; Canada; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 54,000; Part time

Job summary

Brunswick House First Nation is hiring a Community Health Representative to support health program delivery and promote community wellness in Garson, Ontario. This role involves engaging community members and leaders while helping with various health initiatives.

The ideal candidate will maintain positive relationships, assist health professionals, and keep accurate records of health program activities. A background in health education and proficiency in Microsoft applications are essential for this position, along with strong interpersonal skills and a valid driver's license.

Apply by sending a cover letter and resume by July 10, 2026.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 or equivalent with health education background relevant to the position.
• Strong interpersonal skills for effective relationships.
• Experience working with Electronic Medical Records programs is an asset.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Valid driver’s licence and access to a reliable vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Support health program delivery and community wellness.
• Assist with prenatal, childcare, and preventive health clinics.
• Coordinate medical transportation for community members.
• Maintain accurate statistics on client encounters and program activities.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Healthy lifestyle role model

Experience with Electronic Medical Records

Microsoft Word proficiency

Microsoft Outlook proficiency

Education

Grade 12 or equivalent health education

Tools

Electronic Medical Records

Job description

BHFN is hiring a Community Health Representative to support health program delivery and community wellness.

Brunswick House First Nation is accepting applications for a Community Health Representative.

The Community Health Representative will help keep community leaders and members informed about current program delivery and encourage community input and ideas to enhance the delivery of the health program.

This program will be delivered by a community-based CHR in conjunction with the NNADAP Worker, Community Health Nurse, and Mental Health Worker.

Brunswick House First Nation Band Members are encouraged to apply.

• Position: Community Health Representative
• Starting Salary: $25/hour
• Reports To: Health Manager
• Assist and participate with the Community Health Nurse in offering prenatal, maternal, well-baby, childcare, preventive health clinics, and home visits.
• Meet regularly with health care providers and/or health committees to enhance the delivery of ongoing health programs.
• Prepare materials for relevant workshops to promote healthy lifestyles for community members.
• Coordinate medical transportation in conjunction with the First Nations & Inuit Health / NIHB program to support the continued health and well-being of community members.
• Assist the Community Health Nurse with ongoing updates of client core data for the Health Information System to reflect current community statistics.
• Maintain accurate statistics based on client encounters, client referrals, home visits, emergency after-hours treatment, program activities, and related work.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 or equivalent with health education background relevant to the position.
• Demonstrated healthy lifestyle and ability to be a positive role model for the community.
• Experience working with Electronic Medical Records programs is considered an asset.
• Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients, families, management, and staff.
• Ability to work as a team member and independently as a self-directed worker.
• Experience with Microsoft Word and Outlook.
• Ability to write or complete required reports.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Valid driver’s licence and access to a reliable vehicle for work-related responsibilities.

Interested applicants are requested to send a cover letter and resume by July 10, 2026.

For application inquiries, contact Human Resources at:

P.O. Box 1178
Chapleau, ON
P0M 1K0