Community Health Worker: Empower Communities & Programs

HealthCaringKW; Kitchener; On-site; CAD 58,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

3 weeks paid vacation to start

Comprehensive Health Benefits

Employee & Family Assistance Program

HOOPP pension

Job summary

The Health Centre in Kitchener-Waterloo is recruiting a Community Health Worker for a full-time fixed-term 6-month contract. The role focuses on building programming for priority populations and social networks, with a view to addressing social determinants of health within the community.

You will collaborate with CHC colleagues, facilitate groups, support referrals, and contribute to program calendars while maintaining client confidentiality and accuracy in health records.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in a related field or social services, social work, mental health, community development, recreation therapy, adult education, or relevant discipline
• Minimum of three years of community development experience
• Skilled in providing compassionate helping skills and/or assistance to individuals experiencing mental health and addiction-related challenges
• Extensive experience in program planning and evaluation, community organizing techniques, and group facilitation
• Awareness of the Index of Well-Being and the impact social isolation has on health
• Exemplary emotional intelligence, communication, conflict management, emotional regulation, and problem-solving skills
• Experience working with and supporting volunteers is considered an asset
• Strong interpersonal skills and collaboration ability
• Experience working with diverse populations
• Familiarity with Waterloo Region health programs and systems
• Proficiency with Canva or design software and social media platforms
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and in interdisciplinary teams
• Proven experience leveraging community partnerships
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Excellent English written and oral communication; additional languages are an asset
• Police Vulnerable Sector Check eligibility

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement, and facilitate groups focusing on life-skill development and social networking
• Create a safe space with group guidelines and provide client support during participation
• Support social prescribing referral pathways by collaborating with teams to facilitate referrals
• Contribute to a monthly program calendar and promotional materials
• Work with Volunteer Coordinator to supervise volunteers across programs
• Build client capacity from a determinants-of-health perspective
• Establish and maintain community resources and partnerships
• Maintain health records in the EMR and adhere to privacy policies
• Provide community reports to inform programs and services
• Collaborate to develop, implement and evaluate programs and services
• Identify and manage program resources and budgets within allocated funds
• Develop partnerships with other agencies
• Work regular and extended hours in Kitchener locations
• Maintain valid driver’s license and vehicle for travel
• Participate in team meetings and quality improvement initiatives
• Preserve privacy and client safety, minimize risk
• Align with Health Centre vision and DEI commitments
• Demonstrate self-reflection and accountability
• Adhere to Health Centre policies and infection control practices

Skills

Compassionate helping

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

English communication

Driver license

Education

Post-secondary education in social services or related field

Tools

Canva

Job description

The Health Centre in Kitchener-Waterloo is recruiting a Community Health Worker for a full-time fixed-term 6-month contract. The role focuses on building programming for priority populations and social networks, with a view to addressing social determinants of health within the community.

You will collaborate with CHC colleagues, facilitate groups, support referrals, and contribute to program calendars while maintaining client confidentiality and accuracy in health records.