Position Title: Community Health Team Lead

Posting Type: Internal/External

Program/Department: Community Health

Location: Tyendinaga Mohawk Territory, ON

Position Type: Full Time

Duration: Term (1 Year)

Posting Closes/Deadline: September 13, 2026, at 11:59 p.m.

Tentative Interview Dates: TBD

Salary Range: Salary Grid E ($38.51 - $40.16)

About Us

Mohawks of the Bay of Quinte (MBQ) is a vibrant First Nation community located on the beautiful shores of the Bay of Quinte. We are located approximately 20 minutes from Belleville, ON and centrally located between Toronto and Ottawa. There are approximately 11,000 registered members with approximately 2200 residing in Tyendinaga. MBQ is an employer that prides itself on diversity and fairness, providing a progressive working environment that fosters culture, positivity, and growth.

Position Summary

The Community Health Team Lead supports the Community Health Program Manager in coordinating, supervising, and delivering community health programs and services to MBQ members. This includes oversight of the Community Health Representative Program, Medical Transportation, Non-Insured Health Perks (NIHB), Infection Prevention and Control, and Community Health Nursing programs.

The Team Lead supervises Community Health staff in the planning and delivery of health promotion and disease prevention initiatives within the MBQ community and Quinte Mohawk School. They help ensure services are responsive to current and emerging health needs and are delivered in a timely, culturally appropriate, and effective manner.

Working collaboratively with internal teams, community partners, and external service providers, the Team Lead coordinates and advocates for accessible health services for eligible clients. The role promotes community engagement in improving overall health and wellbeing, encourages individual responsibility for preventative health practices, and supports the ongoing development and effectiveness of the Community Health Team.

Summary of Main Responsibilities

 Assessment & Treatment

- Apply principals of health care delivery, frameworks, case management, collaborative practice models
- Responds decisively to emerging opportunities, risks, and changing health needs
- Ensures high-quality community health nursing care and health programs are delivered
- Promotes awareness of community health nursing programs and related services
- Incorporates diverse approaches to health and wellness, including traditional and/or alternative practices, alongside western and mainstream community health care practices
- Provides individual and group oversight, coaching, and mentoring to Community Health Program staff.
- Fosters a supportive, respectful, and collaborative team environment
- Ensures compliance with safety protocols,



infection prevention and control measures, and community health best practices
- Acts as an interpreter/liaison, between community members and other CWC health care delivery teams
- Liaises with off-reserve community health service providers and partners
- Assumes managerial responsibilities in the absence of the Community Health Program Manager.
- May provide direct client care and/or services as operational needs require

 Administrative Functions
- Assists in the development, implementation, and ongoing review of Community Health policies
- Maintains current knowledge of departmental budgets, funding agreements, and reporting requirements
- Identifies opportunities for program development and funding
- Assists in the recruitment, supervision, performance evaluation, and professional development of team
- Collaborates in research, evaluation, and data collection activities
- Participates in quality improvement initiatives, discussions, and continuous improvement activities
- Identifies service gaps and emerging needs within Community Health programs and nursing practices
- Conducts audits of client files and nursing care
- Supports team admin functions, including scheduling, timesheets, budgets, funding and reporting
- Participates in meetings, conferences, seminars, and ongoing professional development and practice

 Compliance & Safety and All Other Duties as Assigned

Requirements

 A bachelor's degree in nursing (BSN) or RPN Nursing Diploma

 Minimum of 3 years related nursing work experience, including the supervision and / or coordination of personnel

 Experience in client education and support

 A combination of education, training and experience would be considered

 Current membership in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario and valid certificate of registration with the RNAO

 Updated immunization records and First Aid / CPR Certificate with AED; ongoing renewal as required to maintain current certification

 Clear Vulnerable Sector Check

 Valid Class “G” driver’s license with clean abstract and reliable method of transportation.

 Previous experience working in an Indigenous setting would be considered an asset

 Ability to work flexible and extended hours and participate on call if necessary.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

 Knowledge and understanding of Indigenous culture, traditions, teachings, community dynamics an asset





 Knowledge of Employee Development and performance management

 Strong clinical assessment skills

 Excellent patient care skills to provide patients with compassionate and comprehensive care

 Excellent proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and EMR system).

 Well developed interpersonal, public relations, communication and relationship building skills

 Excellent organizational and time management skills

 Ability to network effectively and productively with related organizations and agencies both within and outside the community

 Ability to mentor team members and facilitate career development

 Ability to foster a collaborative, supportive team environment, modeling teamwork and direct communication

 Analyze and think critically to assess an issue

 Ability to perform under stressful conditions

 Attention to detail in maintaining documentation, compliance, and reporting

Behavioural Competencies

 Must be an empathetic and non-judgemental person

 Must maintain strict confidentiality

 Be honest, respectful and trustworthy

 Patient, empathic and caring

 Possess cultural awareness and sensitivity

 Leadership and facilitation

 Demonstrate sound work ethic

 Demonstrate keen attention to detail

Application Process

If you are interested in this chance and possess the above list of qualities and requirements, please forward your resume and cover letter via mail, email, fax or in person to:

By Mail: Mohawks of the Bay of Quinte By Fax: (phone hidden)

24 Meadow Drive

Deseronto, ON K0K 1X0 By Email: [email protected]

ATTN: Careers For more information or a detailed , please contact Human Resources at (telephone) (phone hidden) or (email) [email protected] or to find out more about Mohawks of the Bay of Quinte, please visit our website at www.mbq-tmt.org

- Internal Postings are for members of MBQ or active employees only (please advise/declare in your email and/or cover letter)
- The tentative interview date(s) are subject to change and are posted for planning purposes only
- MBQ is grateful for all who show interest in joining our team and take the time to apply, however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted
- Late applications will not be considered
- MBQ is an equal opportunity employer, as well, MBQ references Canada’s Aboriginal Employment Preferences Policy
- Must legally be eligible to work in Canada
- If you require accommodations for the interview, please let us know
- AI may be used in applicant selection, all final decisions are made in person

Pay: $38.51-$40.16 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits

- Casual dress
- Employee assistance program
- On-site parking
- Paid time off

Work Location: In person

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