Overview

Community Health Specialist – Tri Jobs in Port Coquitlam, Canada at Fraser Health

Position: Community Health Specialist – Tri-Cities

Salary

The salary range for this position is CAD $42.27 – $52.81 / hour

Job Summary

We are currently looking to fill a Relief Full-Time opportunity for a Community Health Specialist to support Population & Public Health in the Tri-Cities area in B.C. This position is available until November 2027, or until return of incumbent.

Tri-Cities

Nestled between ocean shores and mountain peaks, the Tri-Cities region—comprising Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam, Port Moody, and the nearby communities of Belcarra and Anmore—offers a rare fusion of vibrant city life and serene natural surroundings. Each area brings its own distinct character:
Port Moody’s scenic waterfront, Coquitlam’s welcoming family atmosphere, and Port Coquitlam’s strong sense of community. Whether you’re drawn to urban convenience or outdoor adventure, this region provides a dynamic lifestyle that caters to both.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive, 100% Employer-Paid Benefits:
    Enjoy peace of mind with full coverage.
  • Generous Vacation Time: eligible employees can earn up to four weeks of vacation to recharge and relax.
  • Benefit Portability:
    Seamlessly transfer your benefits from another HEABC employer.
  • Immediate Pension Enrollment:
    Secure your future with a defined municipal pension plan from day one.
  • Maternity Top-Up:
    Receive an 87% top-up during maternity leave.
  • Trans Link Pass Subsidy:
    Save on commuting costs with a 50% subsidy on Trans Link passes
  • Additional employee discounts and perks available

* Eligibility based on employment status*

Detailed Overview

Reporting to the Manager, Clinical Operations, the Community Health Specialist (CHS) works collaboratively with all levels and disciplines of Fraser Health staff, as well as, with diverse community groups, service providers and municipal, regional and provincial governments in the delivery of healthy living strategies, programs and initiatives. In accordance with the vision and values of Fraser Health (FH) and guided by the Healthy Families BC Policy Framework, the Community Health Specialist utilizes community development and community engagement skills to initiate, develop, coordinate and support community health initiatives.

The CHS fosters associated community and organizational capacity building to facilitate a collaborative community approach in program planning, service delivery, and policy development as related to healthy communities and the social determinants of health. The position plans, organizes, implements, and evaluates local population health approaches that address the behavioural risk factors, such as tobacco reduction, food security, healthy weights, and physical activity, and health inequities that contribute to chronic disease within Fraser Health communities.

The position will work at more then one location.

Responsibilities

  • Drawing on expertise and knowledge of local communities, advises, counsels and supports local governments, workplaces, the school system and health care on healthy living strategies, initiatives and programs using community development approaches, planning, and service delivery. Conducts research, analyzes and applies information to prepare reports, and/or provide presentations on best practice and evidence to inform local government and Fraser Health on community health initiatives.
  • Develops and maintains a strong network of local government, school district and community leaders, as well as, service providers to build relationships, strengthen community connections and promote cooperative approaches to current and emerging issues.
  • Supports and participates in strategic planning and evaluation, needs assessments, project development and implementation, resource development and procurement and other requests from local government, community groups and appropriate Fraser Health staff, to strengthen community capacity to address health issues. Ensures consistency with regional, community, and Fraser Health operational plans and compatibility with evidence-based practice.
  • Advocates for community needs at multiple levels in local and regional government and in Fraser Health. Acts as a representative of Fraser Health in community consultation processes and facilitates…

    • Title: Community Health Specialist – Tri

    Company: Fraser Health

    Location: Port Coquitlam, Canada

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