Full Time | Alert Bay

Community Health Representative

Responsibilities:

The Community Health Representative (CHR) plays a key role in promoting health and wellness for infants, children, youth, and adults within the ‘Namgis community. The CHR supports a variety of community health programs through client engagement, health education, clinic coordination, outreach, and administrative support. Working closely with the Community Health Nurse and other health staff, the CHR fosters holistic approach and improved health outcomes through culturally respectful and community-centered care

Experience:

• Six months community work experience with First Nations People
• A minimum of three years experience working in a health organization
• Demonstrated ability to manage time, program scheduling
• Demonstrated “conflict resolution” and “problem solving” skills.
• Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated computer skills
• Knowledge and experience with Chronic Disease, Health Promotion, Prevention and Protection
• Ability and experience in workshop facilitation
• Ability to work with Integrated Service Team

Qualifications:

• Basic First Aid and CPR certificate
• Food Safe and Physical Activity Leadership Certification
• Valid Drive’s License, preferably class 4
• Minimum Grade 12

Deadline for Applications: Opened till Filled

Salary: $42,776-$49,726

For more information on these positions, please contact:

‘Na̱mg̱is First Nation Human Resources

email: [email protected]

Ph: (250) 974-5522 | fax: (250) 974-2736