• FULL-TIME
• Permanent

Preventative and Health Promotion Primary Care Coordinator
1 FTE
Thunder Bay Site

One of a network of provincial community health centres, the NorWest Community Health Centres is a community based, non-profit organization funded by Ontario Health, emphasizing access to primary health care and prevention programs and services.

We are currently seeking a 1 FTE Coordinator who as valuable member of the Community Health Centre team will provide program coordination of the preventative and health promotion primary care program to unattached children at the Thunder Bay site. The Coordinator of the inter-professional care team focus will be on providing primary health care services, disease prevention, health promotion, health education and building strong community partnerships. This is a new funded position.

The position has a competitive salary, the Health Care of Ontario Pension Plan and an excellent group health benefits package.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Post-secondary education in health, public health, business, or social service related field.
• 2-3 years supervisory experience developing effective interprofessional teams.
• Knowledge and experience developing strong community and social service partnerships to promote preventative and health promotion primary care services to unattached children and their families.
• Demonstrated values alignment with organizational vision, mission and values.
• Awareness of and sensitivity to health issues particularly within individuals who face barriers to accessing care (under housed, living with mental health challenges or diagnoses, current or past substance use, complex health histories, 2SLGBTQI+, newcomers, non-insured).
• Exceptional written, oral and presentation skills.
• Exceptional leadership, supervisory, organizational and time-management skills.
• Able to work independently and in collaboration with others.
• Excellent problem solving and critical thinking skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to the principles of equity, inclusivity, respect and cultural competence is required.
• A current driver’s license and access to a vehicle.

How to Apply

Please visit https://norwestchc.org/employment/

The deadline for applicants is Friday September 6, 2024 at 4:30 p.m.

This position will remain open until filled.

Please submit your cover letter, resume and three work reference contacts to:

Debbie Inman, Manager of Human Resources, CHRL

NorWest Community Health Centres

525 Simpson Street

Thunder Bay, Ontario P7C 3J6

FAX: (807) 622-7637

www.norwestchc.org

Full Covid-19 vaccination verification required, subject to any contraindications that are medically supported.

NWCHC’s is an equal opportunity employer. We thank all applicants for their interest but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Upon request, accommodations due to a disability are available throughout the selection process.