Full Time | Alert Bay Community Health Representative Employment type: Full Time Salary: $43,662-$49,726 43,662

Reports to: Director of Community Services

Posting closes: Until filled

About The Role The 'Namgis Health Centre is seeking a Community Health Representative (CHR) to support health and wellness initiatives for infants, children, youth, and adults within the 'Namgis community.

The Community Health Representative plays an important role in supporting community health programs through client engagement, health education, clinic coordination, community outreach, and administrative support. Working closely with the Community Health Nurse and other health staff, the CHR contributes to a holistic, culturally respectful, and community-centered approach to health and wellness.

The successful candidate will be organized, compassionate, and able to build positive relationships with community members. This position requires strong communication, problem-solving, and time-management skills, along with the ability to work collaboratively as part of an Integrated Service Team

Key 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

Skills And 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

Education

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

What We Offer

- Relocation and/or housing support may be provided.
- A collaborative, purpose-driven work environment.
- Group Health Perks and Pension Plan.
- The opportunity to make a direct, lasting impact on the health and sustainability of a vibrant Indigenous community.

About the 'Na ̱ mg ̱ is First Nation The 'Na̱mg̱is First Nation is a vibrant and resilient community located on Cormorant Island (Alert Bay), grounded in deep cultural teachings, land stewardship, and governance traditions handed down through generations. The Nation delivers a wide range of programs and services - including health, child and family services, education, lands and natural resources, housing, finance, public works, and community wellness - guided by values of respect, unity, accountability, and relational responsibility. How To Apply Please submit the following:

- your resume;
- a brief cover letter describing your interest;
- any applicable licenses and certifications

Applications may be submitted by email to [email protected] or delivered to the Administration Office at 49 Atli Street P.O. Box 210 Alert Bay, BC V0N 1A0

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