Healthy Baby Program Lead (Community Health)

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority; Portage la Prairie; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health authority in Manitoba is seeking a Healthy Baby Coordinator to support families during pregnancy and early childhood through tailored programs. This role emphasizes collaboration with health professionals and community partners to ensure underserved families receive necessary resources. Ideal candidates will have experience in community health care settings and knowledge of trauma-informed practices. Commitment to serving diverse populations is a must.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years working in a community health care setting.
• Facilitating groups experience of at least 1 year.
• Experience working with families with young children.
• Interdisciplinary team environment experience.
• Using trauma-informed and harm reduction approaches.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, promote, and evaluate Healthy Baby programs.
• Support programming for pregnant women and families.
• Function within a team and act as a resource for partners.
• Exhibit independent judgment in work methods.

Skills

Parent-child attachment theories

Healthy parenting practices

Mental health promotion strategies

Health equity and social justice

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Cultural safety awareness

Confidentiality respect

Valid Class 5 driver’s license

Education

Post-secondary degree in Health or Social Sciences

Job description

A regional health authority in Manitoba is seeking a Healthy Baby Coordinator to support families during pregnancy and early childhood through tailored programs. This role emphasizes collaboration with health professionals and community partners to ensure underserved families receive necessary resources. Ideal candidates will have experience in community health care settings and knowledge of trauma-informed practices. Commitment to serving diverse populations is a must.