Community Health Worker - Community-Emergency Department Violence Intervention Program

Position Overview

The incumbent’s role is attached to the Community-Emergency Department Violence Intervention Program (CEDVIP). CEDVIP supports youth (ages 14-29) identified in hospital Emergency Departments who experienced injury related to violence to receive wrap around supports utilizing the Circle of Courage model.

Experience

• Minimum of two years (within the last five years) experience in community-based setting.
• Extensive personal and/or professional experience working with inner city populations, including those with mental health/addiction issues, cognitive challenges, youth, immigrants and refugees.

Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)

• High School Diploma, Manitoba standards required.
• Successful completion of a related outreach training program preferred.

Certification/Licensure/Registration

• Requires a valid driver’s license and vehicle.

Qualifications and Skills

• Understanding of community development, individual capacity building, and knowledge of community resources is essential.
• Understanding of the determinants of health and adult education is an asset.
• Knowledge of Indigenous cultural history and population impacts.
• Demonstrated ability to work in an interdisciplinary team setting.
• Ability to initiate and work independently.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills required.
• Demonstrated ability to promote teamwork, collaboration and partnerships.
• Demonstrates a professional approach in all situations.
• Proficiency in computer software.

Physical Requirements

Not Applicable

This Indefinite Term may expire subject to one (1) weeks’ notice.