Maternal Child Health Worker

Cencora | Pharma solutions; Vanderhoof; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused health organization is looking for a Maternal Child Health Worker to provide outreach and prenatal services to First Nation communities in Vanderhoof. The role emphasizes cultural practices and community engagement, offering a competitive salary and benefits. Ideal candidates will possess the necessary qualifications and a passion for promoting health and wellness among families.

Benefits

Flexible time off options

Municipal Pension Plan

Extended health and dental benefits

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Requires a diploma in social science or health science or DONA certification.
• Experience and/or training in Early Childhood Education preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide outreach services and pre/postnatal support.
• Conduct home visits and maintain records.
• Promote health and parenting knowledge in communities.

Skills

Outreach services

Health education

Child development knowledge

Education

Two-year diploma in a social science or health science

DONA International certified Doula

Training in Early Childhood Education

Job description

Career Opportunity: Maternal Child Health Worker

Location: Vanderhoof, BC

Employment Type: Full-Time, 35 Hours Per Week

Practice Differently with Carrier Sekani Family Services (CSFS): CSFS is an innovative and progressive leader in Indigenous health and family services where culture is at the centre of everything we do. Since our beginnings in the late 1980’s, CSFS has grown to over 475 employees providing services to 11-member Nations. Discover what it means to practice differently, as you enjoy unique experiences, close connections with communities, as well as the natural wonders of the northern BC while you work.

The Opportunity:

• Provide outreach services, pre and postnatal support, informing communities about the Maternal Child Health Program
• Provides services to clients supported by evidence, research and multidiscipline expertise on the wide range of health, social, and program specific issues related to health care services within First Nation communities and CSFS clinics.
• Promote healthy relationships including traditional child rearing practices, traditional fatherhood practices and self-care
• Conduct home visits, provide information related to parenting skills, problem solving, childhood growth and development, and provide referrals as required
• Maintain a documented system of records for files which is inclusive of daily charting, monthly reports, quarterly reports, statistical records and reports, incident reports and the maintenance of personal files and forms required by the program

Visit www.practicedifferently.ca and click on ‘View Opportunities’ to view the full job description for this career opportunity.

What You Will Bring to The Role:

• Two-year diploma in a social science or health science degree program required, or
• DONA International certified Doula, and
• Experience and/or training in Early Childhood Education

At CSFS, we understand that knowledge and experience may come from a variety of sources and encourage applications from individuals whose backgrounds may not align perfectly with the qualifications listed above.

The Location:

Vanderhoof “where the heart is beckoning”is geographically located near the centre of British Columbia and truly is at the “Heart of it All” when it comes to lifestyle, low cost of living and employment opportunities. The community’s size, services and amenities are well suited for entrepreneurs, and those involved in resource or agricultural sectors. Whether you are looking for an adventuresome way to stretch your legs, are an avid wildlife admirer or looking for fun ways to entertain the family, Vanderhoof has something for you. Learn more about Vanderhoof by visiting http://www.vanderhoof.ca/.

What CSFS Team Members Are Saying:

• We live by our organization’s values of Responsibility, Compassion, Honesty, Integrity, Trust and Respect while caring and advocating for vulnerable people.
• Supported to pursue life long learning, professional development and recognition for your contribution.
• Recognize the value of Carrier Sekani Knowledge holders and language speakers.

Wage Range: The target hiring range for this position is $27.5960 to $35.7375. Candidates will typically be hired, transferred or promoted between the minimum and midpoint of the wage range. Placement within the wage range is dependent on the applicants’ role specific knowledge, skills, abilities, related experience and in consideration of factors such as market conditions and internal equity.

Total Rewards: In addition to base salary, CSFS offers an excellent compensation package. It features unique, generous, flexible time off options promoting work-life-family balance, Municipal Pension Plan (defined benefit with an employer contribution of 9.31% after eligibility period), as well as extended health and dental benefits. At CSFS, we believe in investing in our employees through meaningful educational and professional development opportunities.

Hurry and Apply Now! Go to www.practicedifferently.ca and click on ‘View Opportunities’ to apply.

Deadline to apply: June 23, 2025 Along with your resume, please submit a cover letter outlining why you are interested in this opportunity, what skills and experience you will bring, and how your qualifications will make you successful in this role.

With the continuation of the global pandemic and because CSFS provides services to First Nations communities, classified as “Vulnerable Populations,” and to protect the health and safety of employees, candidates applying for employment will need to agree to provide their covid-19 vaccination status as a condition of employment.

In accordance with Section 41 of the BC Human Rights Code and Section 15 of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms, preference will be given to qualified candidates with Aboriginal Ancestry.

CSFS is committed to ensuring accessible and accommodating processes during the application and selection phases. If you need accommodation at any point during the recruitment process, please information our Human Resources team and we’ll collaborate with you to address your requirements.