COMMUNITY HEALTH REPRESENTATIVE

Curve Lake First Nation; Curve Lake; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused health organization in Curve Lake, Ontario is seeking a dedicated professional to support health education programs and services. The role includes providing direct health care, liaising with other health professionals, and developing community health initiatives. Applicants should have a background in public/community health, strong analytical and communication skills, and a commitment to public health advocacy. This is a permanent full-time position with a salary range of $52,058 to $56,685.

Qualifications

• Excellent working knowledge of computer-based data management.
• High degree of initiative and self-direction.
• Strong interest in public health issues.

Responsibilities

• Support health education programs for the community.
• Coordinate medical transportation and health benefits.
• Conduct workshops and health education programs.

Skills

Computer-based data management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Public health advocacy

Education

Post-secondary program in public/community health

Job description

Position Summary

The role supports health education programs and services for the people of Curve Lake First Nation, ensuring availability and access to medical/health programs within the policies and procedures set by the General Manager and directed by the Manager of Health & Family Services.

Responsibilities

The duties are organized into three main functions:

• Provision of Direct Health Care
  • Assess home situations with the Assistance of the CHN
  • Assist with health‑related problems through counseling and/or referral to appropriate agencies
  • Teach community members about dental care, communicable diseases, mental health, child development, drug abuse, etc.
  • Assist families in coping with chronically ill, sick, and aged family members
  • Work with other health professionals in obtaining health histories by serving as an interpreter
  • Provide emergency first aid when necessary
  • Assist with school health programs such as yearly assessments, class inspections, vision and hearing screening, measuring heights and weights, and planning and implementing health education programs for students
  • Coordinate Non‑Insured Health Benefits and ensure registered status Indians receive all entitled benefits
  • Coordinate medical transportation
  • Assist in the development or maintenance of medical/health documentation and files
• Liaison Activities
  • Advise other health care personnel about local Native culture and traditions and their implications on specific health problems
  • Assist in planning, implementing and evaluating programs for the community
  • Conduct cross‑cultural sensitivity workshops for non‑native service providers
  • Participate in health clinics as necessary
  • Make hospital visits to community members when there is little or no family support
  • Interpret health programs and services for the community
  • Attend meetings as requested
  • Act as a member of various committees
  • Assist in the development of grant applications and the annual operational budget
• Community Development Activities
  • Work with existing community groups and assist in developing others to improve community health
  • Conduct workshops, short courses, and health education programs on topics of interest to the community
• Other
  • Perform other related duties as reasonably required

Qualifications and Educational Requirements

• Graduation from a post‑secondary program in public/community health
• Excellent working knowledge of computer‑based data management programs for administrative purposes
• High degree of initiative and self‑direction; good analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Well‑developed interpersonal skills; strong interest in public health issues
• High level appreciation of native issues
• Knowledge of alternative and traditional therapies
• Excellent public relations skills, including the need for tact, discretion, and a positive, cheerful, informed approach with the public
• Strong advocacy skills

Personal Suitability

• Be honest and trustworthy
• Be respectful
• Possess awareness and sensitivity to the history, language, culture and traditions of the people of Curve Lake First Nation
• Be flexible
• Demonstrate sound work ethics
• Demonstrate a high level of personal and professional conduct

Terms of Employment

This is a permanent full‑time position beginning immediately. Annual salary range: $52,058 to $56,685 based on a 39.5‑hour work week.

Application

Application forms and position descriptions are available at the Reception of the Government Services Building. Forms can also be obtained from the Employment Resource Centre or from the Curve Lake First Nation website at www.curvelakefirstnation.ca under documents.

The application package must consist of a completed application form, cover letter, resume, required documentation, and contact information for two recent employment references. Please submit the package to the Government Services Building Receptionist to the attention of:

Agnieszka Mlynarz, Human Resources Administrator
Curve Lake First Nation Government Services Building
Curve Lake, Ontario K0L 1R0
Phone (705) 657‑8045 Fax (705) 657‑8708
[e-mail]

Deadline for applications: Friday, April 12, 2024 @ 12:00pm (noon). While only qualified applicants will be contacted for an interview, not necessarily all qualified applicants will be offered an interview.

Applicants will be considered in the following priority: Level I: Internal Applicant, Level II: Any First Nation Member Applicant (s. 16(1) CHRA), Level III: Any Applicant.

The successful candidate must provide an acceptable Canadian Police Information Check (CPIC) with Police Vulnerable Sector Check (PVSC) prior to commencing work.