Program Assistant, South Asian Health Institute (SAHI) - Jobs in Surrey, BC

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Why Fraser Health:Fraser Health is responsible for the delivery of hospital and community-based health services to over 1.9 million people in 20 diverse communities from Burnaby to Fraser Canyon on the traditional, ancestral and unceded territories of the Coast Salish and Nlaka’pamux Nations, and is home to six Métis Chartered Communities. Our team of 43,000 staff, medical staff and volunteers is dedicated to serving our patients, families and communities to deliver on our vision: Better health, best in health care.This vacancy is subject to the requirements of the Facility Staff Assignment Order (the “SSO”) issued by the Fraser Health’s Medical Health Officer further to the Order issued by the Provincial Health Officer on April 10, 2020 (amended April 15, 2020) (the “PHO Order”).Effective October 26th, 2021 all staff for all positions across Health Care require full COVID 19 vaccination. All positions, require that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 (have received a full series of a World Health Organization “WHO” approved vaccine against infection by SARS-COV-2, or a combination of approved WHO vaccines). Please note this applies to all postings, and there are no exceptions.Position HighlightsWe are currently looking to fill an exciting Temp Full Time position as a Program Assistant, South Asian Health Institute (SAHI) located in Surrey, BC. This position is available until December 31, 2022.Valued BenefitsA career with Fraser Health will offer you the opportunity to be a part of a dedicated team of professionals in a dynamic and rewarding health care environment. We offer a competitive compensation and benefit package, including comprehensive health benefits coverage.We invite you to apply today and find out why more than 95% of new employees recommend Fraser Health to their friends and family as a phenomenal place to work! We value diversity in the work force and aim to maintain an environment of Respect, Caring & Trust.Find out what it’s like to work here. Like us on Facebook(@fraserhealthcareers), follow us on Twitter & Instagram(@FHCareer), or connect with us on LinkedIn (fraserhealthcareers) for first-hand employee insights!Detailed Overview:Supporting the Vision, Values, Purpose and Commitments of Fraser Health including service delivery that is centered around patients/clients/residents and families:Reporting to Lead, South Asian Institute, the Program Assistant is responsible to provide administrative and coordinative support related to the development of preventive services designed to improve the health and wellness of the South Asian Community. Working in close collaboration with the Lead, documents and develops materials to increase patient awareness and knowledge to improve personal health ownership within members of the South Asian Community.Some duties include meeting within South Asian places of worship within Fraser Health boundaries on weekends and evenings to conduct basic interviews and provide educational information related to improvement of personal health ownership.Responsibilities:Provides organizational, administrative and coordinative support to the SAHI Leader and Institute in a variety of educational and program initiatives focused on the South Asian Community in the following areas:

• Collaborates with the SAHI Leader and graphic designer to develop posters, food displays and other educational-based material.

• Within the South Asian community, sets up and conducts basic interviews with patients related to specific health needs of the SA population. Consolidates interview findings and provides survey / interview findings to the Leader for further review, analysis and action.

• Researches specific educational needs and resources relevant to the health needs of the SA population. Consolidates information and suggests/recommends methods to convey information to SA population clients in order to augment and contribute to their personal health literacy.

• Provides administrative and coordinative support to the South Asian Health Institute (SAHI) to assist the Institute to improve and enhance the utilization of prevention services designed to improve the health and wellness of the community through programs such as: clinical prevention education, chronic disease prevention management, health literacy and health system navigation sessions.

• Provides administrative and coordinator support to the Leader and SEHAT by setting up and coordinating sessions to South Asian adults at their places of worship. Assists SEHAT in the conduct of sessions and/or educational sessions as appropriate.

Qualifications: Education and ExperienceCompletion of Grade 12 plus college or university courses related to education, general arts & science, business or health related discipline, supplemented with a minimum of 6 months related work experience in coordinating and supporting the delivery of programs to specified client populations or communities.Proficiency in Punjabi and/or Hindi, in addition to English Language competency.Valid BC Drivers License; access to a personal vehicle for business purposes.Skills and AbilitiesDemonstrates the LEADS capabilities of Leads Self, Engages Others, Achieves Results, Develops Coalitions and supports Systems Transformation.Professional/Technical Capabilities:

• Knowledge of, awareness and sensitivity of the practices and protocols within South Asian places of worship (ie Temples, Gurudwaras and Mosques within Fraser Health boundaries.

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