Community Health Worker

Community Health Worker – Community‑Emergency Department Violence Intervention Program Requisition ID: 394479Position Number: 20083126Posting End Date: January 7, 2026City: WinnipegEmployer: Winnipeg Regional Health AuthoritySite: WRHA Community Health Services – Access DowntownDepartment / Unit: Health Outreach & Community SupportsJob Stream: ClinicalUnion: CUPEAnticipated Start Date: 02/17/2026FTE: 1.00Anticipated Shift: Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends, Standby coverage as required, On CallWork Arrangement: In PersonDaily Hours Worked: 7.75Annual Base Hours: 2015Salary: $23.944 – $25.774 Position Overview Under the direction of the Initiatives Leader, the incumbent works as part of an integrated clinical team within Complex Community Service Integration (CCSI). The 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. Responsibilities Work scheduled days Monday‑Friday 8:30‑4:45 providing support to participants. Provide approximately one weekday evening/overnight or a 24‑hour weekend on‑call shift per week. Respond to calls for new referrals from hospital and attend hospital if intake is required. Experience Minimum of two years of experience in a community‑based setting within the last five years. 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 and individual capacity building, and knowledge of community resources. 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. Demonstrated ability to promote teamwork, collaboration, and partnerships. Professional approach in all situations. Proficiency in computer software. Physical Requirements Not Applicable Additional Requirements This position requires a current satisfactory Criminal Records Check (including Vulnerable Sector Search), Child Abuse Registry Check and Adult Abuse Registry Check as conditions of employment. The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred. A security check is considered current if it was obtained no more than six (6) months prior to the start of employment. Interviewed candidates may be called upon to participate in a skills assessment. Any application received after the closing time will not be included in the competition. We welcome applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request during the assessment and selection process. Manitoba healthcare employers, in partnership with the Indigenous community, are committed to increasing the representation of Indigenous People within all levels of our workforce. Indigenous applicants are encouraged to apply and to voluntarily self‑identify as being of Indigenous descent in their cover letter/application. Seniority Level Entry level Employment Type Full time Job Function Other Industries Hospitals and Health Care #J-18808-Ljbffr