Community Development Worker (Strathcona Heights)
Location: CA, ON, Ottawa
Department: CDE
Employment type: Part-time
Required education: Bachelor's Degree
Industry: Health, Wellness and Fitness
Function: Other
Salary range: 44624-53764
Company profile: Since 1973: Working together to make our community healthyGood health means more than just treating people when they are sick. Problems like poverty, addiction, and family violence can bring on illness – or keep people from getting well. At Sandy Hill Community Health Centre, we treat illness when it arises. We also work hard to create a healthy community, so that people stay well and get the most out of life, and we believe in:integrity | respect | equity | collaboration | empathy-------------------------------------------------------------------------------By applying to the posting I hereby acknowledge that the information I provide will be collected by #URL_3c6b46782f8bf4c402537a5580ce452d1391bb2140bbd3533f0546551d2dea02# under the terms of their privacy policy http://#URL_3c6b46782f8bf4c402537a5580ce452d1391bb2140bbd3533f0546551d2dea02#/privacy . Candidates, when hired by SHCHC as employees will provide data in under a separate process and be subject to SHCHC's Privacy and Confidentiality policies and procedures.-------------------------------------------------------------------------------Depuis 1973: Travailler ensemble pour une communauté en santéUne bonne santé signifie plus que de soigner les gens lorsqu'ils sont malades. Des problèmes comme la pauvreté, la dépendance, la violence familiale peuvent causer la maladie – ou empêcher les gens de se rétablir. Au Centre de santé communautaire Côte de sable, nous traitons la maladie lorsqu'elle se présente. En plus, nous travaillons fort pour créer une communauté bien portante, pour que les gens restent en bonne santé et profitent de la vie au maximum, et nous croyons dans:l'intégrité | le respect | l'équité | la collaboration| l'empathie-------------------------------------------------------------------------------En posant ma candidature pour cette offre d’emploi, je reconnais que les renseignements que je fournis seront recueillis par #URL_3c6b46782f8bf4c402537a5580ce452d1391bb2140bbd3533f0546551d2dea02# et traités conformément à sa politique de confidentialité : http://#URL_3c6b46782f8bf4c402537a5580ce452d1391bb2140bbd3533f0546551d2dea02#/privacy. Les candidats embauchés par le CSCCS fourniront d’autres renseignements qui seront traités en vertu d’un processus distinct et sujets aux politiques et aux marches à suivre du CSCCS en matière de confidentialité et de protection des renseignements personnels.-------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Description: Internal/External Employment OpportunityPosition Title: Community Development Worker (Strathcona Heights)Component/Team: Community Development & EngagementStatus: One Year Contract, 0.5 FTE Part-time (17.5 hours per week)Salary Scale: $44,624 - $53,764 annualized salary plus benefits, both pro-rated to Part-time statusStart Date: ImmediatelyPosition Description:The Community Development Worker coordinates community initiatives that provide critical hours programming to children and youth in Strathcona Heights. The incumbent works closely with other members of the Sandy Hill Community Health Centre as well as community partners to develop homework support, after school and school break programs that promote health and well-being to school children between Grades one and six.Reporting Relationship:The Community Development Worker (Strathcona Heights) reports directly to the Executive Director.Application Deadline: June 16, 2014 at 4:00 PM
Requirements: Education and LanguageBachelor’s degree in social sciences or relevant program of studyUnder the Centre’s designation to provide French Language Services:-          French (oral expression): Advanced-          French (oral comprehension): Advanced-          French (reading comprehension): Intermediate +Fluency in English, both oral and writtenAdditional languages considered an asset Professional ExperienceMinimum two years’ experience in a community-based settingMinimum two years’ experience working with children and youth Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesKnowledge and understanding of poverty and health equity issuesKnowledge of related community resources which promote the well-being of children and youthKnowledge of community development and health promotion principlesAbility to independently assess situations and to respond appropriatelyAbility to work flexible hours based on client and community needsExperience facilitating groups and utilizing community development and engagement techniquesExcellent organizational skillsAbility to manage time effectively and address competing demandsInterest in a variety of health issues and willingness to learn and teach others about themAbility to work collaboratively in a multi-disciplinary setting, with clients and other agencies.Sound judgment and strong problem solving skillsExperience working with diverse populations in a social housing settingExcellent cultural competency skillsProficient use of computers and various software applicationsValid driver’s license, insurance and use of a personally owned vehicle
Benefits: Sandy Hill Community Health Centre offers employees an excellent benefits package which includes four weeks holidays in addition to a Pension Plan and excellent Group Insurance Plan.Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.  No phone calls please.Conditions of Employment:Hours of work will be developed in collaboration with the successful candidate to ensure a healthy work-life balance.  A schedule of work will be based on the Centre’s hours of operation and program requirements and may include some evenings.An offer of employment will be conditional upon the candidate completing a criminal reference check and linguistic profile to the satisfaction of the Sandy Hill Community Health Centre.By applying to the posting I hereby acknowledge that the information I provide will be collected by #URL_3c6b46782f8bf4c402537a5580ce452d1391bb2140bbd3533f0546551d2dea02# under the terms of their privacy policy http://#URL_3c6b46782f8bf4c402537a5580ce452d1391bb2140bbd3533f0546551d2dea02#/privacy Candidates, when hired by SHCHC as employees will provide data in under a separate process and be subject to SHCHC's Privacy and Confidentiality policies and procedures.
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