Community Health Representative

ABOUT CHESLATTA CARRIER NATION

Cheslatta Carrier Nation is a First Nations community of 332 members located 25 km south of Burns Lake in BC’s northern interior. Learn more at www.cheslatta.com.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Community Health Representative (CHR) is responsible for participating in and providing high-standard health prevention, treatment, and surveillance in the community.

Key Responsibilities

  • Research, publish, and distribute health education and promotion materials related to all areas of health

  • Educate the community on available health programs, health policies, and procedures

  • Coordinate the Good Food Box and Kitchen Workshops

  • Assist the Community Health Nurse (CHN) in delivering immunization and health clinics

  • Support community members with monitoring their health and taking preventative measures

  • Visit client homes to provide health education and maintain health surveillance

  • Assist patients in seeking and applying for services through other resource agencies

  • Assist in tracking client information for health center professionals

  • Provide clear direction to applicants regarding health programs, benefit access instruction, benefit delivery, and claims processing procedures

  • Ensure coordination of patient travel/accommodation arrangements for medical appointments and execute payment procedures for patient travel claims in a timely manner

  • Perform other related duties and reporting as required

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

  • Experience working with First Nations people and communities

  • Valid BC Driver’s Licence and reliable vehicle

  • ASSIST, WHMIS, Food Safe

  • Completion of health-related education preferred

  • First Aid & CPR (preferred but not required)

  • Criminal Record/Vulnerable Sector Check

  • Ability to be flexible to meet changing priorities with good written and communications skills

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

This is a full-time permanent position located at Cheslatta Carrier Nation on the Southside. Compensation is competitive and commensurate to education and experience.

HOW TO APPLY

Position will remain open until filled.

Submit a current resume and cover letter to Barbra Tom, Director of Operations at btom@cheslatta.com. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Please note: preference will be given to qualified Aboriginal candidates in accordance with section 41 of the BC Human Rights Code.

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