167-26-6 Community Health Survey Project Assistant Community Health Survey Project Assistant – 167-26-6

Population Health, Data Analytics and Insights

Contract Applications will be received by Six Nations of the Grand River and Grand River Employment & Training (OUTSTANDING) up until 4:00 p.m. EST, Wednesday , September 16, 2026,

for the

Community Health Survey Project Assistant

with

Population Health, Data Analytics and Insights.

The Six Nations of the Grand River Application for Employment Form, Job Posting and Job Description are available for printing from the www.greatsn.com website. Online applications accepted through My Job Search .

NO LATE APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED.

Applicants from Six Nations and other First Nations will be given preference to deliver programs and services in a First Nations community.

JOB SUMMARY:

The

Community Health Survey Project Assistant

Reports to and receives supervision from the Senior Manager of Population Health Data, and functional supervision from the CHS Outreach Lead or the CHS Project Coordinator.

Closing Date September 16, 2026

Hours of Work 35 hrs/week

Wage *A competitive compensation package will be offered commensurate with qualifications. *

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

Strong knowledge of and experience working with the Six Nations community, with preference to community members

Demonstrated understanding of community, and culture at Six Nations

Some post-secondary education in health, social work, or a science related field; or equivalent education and experience

Interest in research and learning about Indigenous research

Familiarity with Microsoft office, Excel, Microsoft Teams, and Outlook

Must be comfortable with using a variety of technology and mobile devices (Android tablet)

Understands the importance of Privacy and Confidentiality.

Strong interpersonal skills. Enjoys talking to people, can demonstrate politeness, tact, sensitivity, maturity, and compassion

Must have a valid Class G driver’s license, reliable transportation, and be willing to work from different locations within approximate 40 km radius of Ohsweken (Ohsweken, Hamilton, Brantford, etc.)

Must pass criminal record check (Vulnerable Sector)

POSITION TITLE: Community Health Survey Project Assistant REPORTING RELATIONSHIP: Reports to and receives supervision from the Senior Manager of Population Health Data, and functional supervision from the CHS Outreach Lead or the CHS Project Coordinator.

PURPOSE AND SCOPE OF THE POSITION: The CHS Project Assistant will be responsible for supporting the Community Health Survey (Onkwehón:we Health Check-In) research activities. This will consist primarily of completing electronic surveys with participants and assisting where needed in other departmental research projects. This survey project will support the identification of health trends as well as determinants of health within the community. The project will significantly contribute to the planning of service provision to the community and where advocacy for additional resources needs to take place.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:





TECHNICAL

Complete electronic surveys with recruited participants, in a sensitive and respectful (trauma-informed) manner

Provides health or related service information to survey participants as needed

Support other activities related to the implementation of the Onkwehón:we Health Check-In as needed. This may include literature reviews, data presentations (graphs, charts), reports, knowledge translation

Attend meetings for the relevant projects and related activities

Report regularly to supervisor on activities, survey completion and any problems or errors found with the survey

Receive training as needed, such as OCAP, TCPS2, research techniques, survey administration

Abide by OCAP® principles and convey any ethical concerns or questions to Senior Manager of Population Health Data

Support CHS Outreach Lead in community recruitment events or initiatives as needed

Provide support as needed on other research projects related to community health

ADMINISTRATIVE

Conducts in-person surveys with study participants

Ensures the adherence to department, Community Health Survey Project policies and procedures

Seeks guidance and direction from Senior Manager of Population Health Data, CHS Project Coordinator or CHS Outreach Lead as needed

Assists in creating presentations, social media to promote effective community awareness as needed

Assists in any tasks related to the Community Health Survey as needed

Assists in any tasks related to other departmental research projects as needed

COMMUNICATION

Communicates progress regularly to Senior Manager of Population Health Data, CHS Outreach Lead or CHS Project Coordinator as appropriate

Summarizes results during various phases of the project via written summaries reports, or by providing meeting updates

Ability to efficiently work individually and in teams

OTHER RELATED DUTIES:

Will be required to perform other job-related duties as may be requested for the scope of the role

Provide support if needed to the Six Nations Emergency Response Plan by ensuring awareness of the plan and assistance as instructed by the Executive Director of Data Analytics & Insights

It is the responsibility of the employee to be aware of and adhere to all policies and procedures, including those that relate to client safety, staff safety and risk management

WORKING CONDITIONS: The work has extensive public contact, is subject to deadlines and interruptions and addresses sensitive topics. Working in-person, in pairs or alone and at various locations (Six Nations and surrounding communities). PPE (masks) may be required for the safety of participants and workers.



Surveys will be done face-to-face with participants who may be unvaccinated against SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19). Work at times may be subject to weekend or evening hours. The employee may be reporting to more than one supervisor at a time if working on different projects, so must be able to prioritize and manage time.

WORKING RELATIONSHIPS: With the direction of the Senior Manager of Population Health Data: Receives direction, guidance, encouragement; discusses plans and priorities regarding all phases of the CHS

With Other Staff:

Promotes courtesy, lateral kindness, co-operation, teamwork, and transparency among all staff.

With External Agencies:

Represents and promotes Six Nations of the Grand River when requested; maintains awareness of interdisciplinary approaches to Indigenous health.

With the Public:

Represents and promotes the interests of Six Nations of the Grand River; works in a courteous, co-operative positive and proactive manner, provides information, advice, support, and warm transfers to services where needed

STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS:

Strong knowledge of and experience working with the Six Nations community, with preference to community members

Demonstrated understanding of community, and culture at Six Nations

Some post-secondary education in health, social work, or a science related field; or equivalent education and experience

Interest in research and learning about Indigenous research

Familiarity with Microsoft office, Excel, Microsoft Teams, and Outlook

Must be comfortable with using a variety of technology and mobile devices (Android tablet)

Understands the importance of Privacy and Confidentiality.

Strong interpersonal skills. Enjoys talking to people, can demonstrate politeness, tact, sensitivity, maturity, and compassion

Must have a valid Class G driver’s license, reliable transportation, and be willing to work from different locations within approximate 40 km radius of Ohsweken (Ohsweken, Hamilton, Brantford, etc.)

Must pass criminal record check (Vulnerable Sector)

Must be willing to wear PPE (mask) for protection of participants and self when requested

Other Related Skills:

Previous experience in a Research Assistant role or similar an asset

Experience in trauma-informed research is considered an asset

Must have, or be willing to obtain TCPS2 and/or OCAP certification or other training

Strong awareness of behaviour cues which may signal participant distress

Good verbal, and written communication skills

IMPACT OF ERROR: Errors in judgement and in the conduct of duties could lead to loss of credibility, poor public relations, confusion, duplication of effort and misinformation being given to the Executive Director of Data Analytics & Insights, Six Nations of the Grand River Elected Council, Government Agencies, and the public.

CONTROL: Guiding principles set by the Executive Director of Data Analytics & Insights, the administrative policies, and procedures established by the Six Nations of the Grand River Elected Council, and other legislation provided by the respective government agencies.

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