Community Health Board Coordinator - Public Engagement & Communications - Jobs in Berwick, NS

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Req ID: 144605Company: Nova Scotia HealthLocation: Western Zone, Western Kings Memorial Health CentreDepartment: PEC Community Health Board AVType of Employment: Permanent Hourly FT (100% FTE) x 1 position(s)Status: NSGEU Admin Professionals PositionPosting Closing Date: 23-Nov-22Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, with some specialized services also offered to clients throughout Atlantic Canada. We’re on a mission to achieve excellence in health, healing and learning through working together, which is reflected in the hospitals, health centres and community-based programs we operate across the province. Our passionate team of professionals provides a variety of high-quality inpatient and outpatient services including academic, tertiary, and quaternary care, as well as continuing care, primary health care, public health, and mental health and addictions. Join a diverse team of innovators, collaborators and creative thinkers today.Nova Scotia Health employs professionals in all corners of our beautiful province. We believe theres a place here for everyone to call home, from vibrant cities with exuberant nightlife to quaint towns with picturesque trails. The work-life balance that comes with an Nova Scotia Health role means youll have the time to explore, discover, and participate in that coveted Atlantic lifestyle. Visit us today and check out www.novascotia.com to see why more people from across the globe are moving here.ResponsibilitiesReporting to the Zone Manager, Public Engagement and CHB Support, the Community Health Board Coordinator provides support to community health boards (CHBs) to assist in achieving the mandate of CHBs as outlined in the associated legislation and regulations. The Community Health Board Coordinator facilitates organizational development including assisting with Board recruitment, volunteer support, training, policy development and other administrative functions. The Community Health Board Coordinator is a contributing member of the Public Engagement and CHB Support team by facilitating citizen engagement in community health planning and applying the principles of community development and health promotion to address community health promoting initiatives consistent with CHB community health plans.Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in health education/ promotion, community development, adult education, or a combination of relevant education and work experience in community health or community development
• Cultural competency training considered an asset
• Completion of the Foundations of Public Participation training program (International Association for Public Participation) is considered an asset
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience working with community based groups or projects
• Working knowledge and demonstrated application of the principles of health promotion, the prevention continuum and population health assessment
• Working knowledge of program planning and evaluation methods (including logic models)
• Experience in community health planning, community development and community or public engagement
• Experience in volunteer board development, working with diverse groups and teams in a community setting
• Demonstrated skills in report writing and policy development
• Demonstrated skills in facilitation and knowledge of the principles of adult education
• Excellent listening and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to read, write and speak English fluently; the ability to communicate verbally in French is an asset
• Demonstrated proficiency with word processing, electronic communication, presentation software, web-based research etc.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize work to meet deadlines
• Ability to work constructively as part of a larger team
• Ability to work flexible hours
• Access to reliable transportation

PLEASE NOTE: Applicants relying on education and experience equivalencies must clearly state such equivalencies in their cover letter, resume, or application. Additionally, candidates will not be considered for an interview if applications are incomplete or are missing information.Hours of WorkPermanent, Full-Time position; 75 hours bi-weeklySalary Information$28.35 - $33.08 hourlyOnce Youve AppliedThank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.This is a Admin Professionals bargaining unit position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions. Employees are encouraged to view their seniority hours and dates in their SuccessFactors online profile. Successful applicants changing unions, bargaining units or employment status, are advised to seek clarification regarding their seniority, benefits, and vacation entitlement and/or usage, prior to accepting the position.As per the COVID-19 Mandatory Vaccination Protocol in High-Risk Settings, Nova Scotia Health requires all team members to be fully vaccinated by November 30th, 2021.Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.Follow Us!https://www.facebook.com/NovaScotiaHealthAuthority/https://www.instagram.com/novascotiahealthauthorityhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/nsha/https://twitter.com/healthnsQuick Apply

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