Youth Health Centre Coordinator

6 days ago


Yarmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada Nova Scotia Health Authority Full time
About the Opportunity

We are seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Youth Health Centre Coordinator to join our Healthy Communities Public Health Team. The successful candidate will work within the Public Health Standards and Protocols and a Health Promoting Schools Approach, guided by the Public Health, Health Promoting Schools Standards.

The Youth Health Centre Coordinator will provide leadership, informal assessment, service navigation, youth engagement, and support for youth associated with the assigned school facility and its immediate community. The role will champion youth health, health equity, and facilitate youth engagement as a component of health-promoting schools.

The successful candidate will work with youth and foster cooperation and collaboration among school administrators, teachers, SchoolsPlus, guidance, student/youth support workers, primary health care, mental health and addictions, and other community partners to ensure youth have access to support, programs, and services within the school and community that promote health.

About You

We are looking for a candidate with a baccalaureate degree in a relevant health care discipline, such as registered nursing, occupational therapy, social work, or nutrition. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of three years' experience in a relevant field, with direct experience working with youth being a strong asset.

The successful candidate will be registered/licensed with their regulated health care discipline, college, or association. A valid driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle are also required.

We are seeking a candidate who can work independently and as a member of a multidisciplinary team, both within the organization and in the community. The successful candidate will be able to critically assess situations, navigate complex scenarios, and make sound decisions using a non-judgmental, trauma-informed approach.

The ideal candidate will have demonstrated ability and experience in creating opportunities for meaningful youth engagement and fostering youth leadership. They will also have a demonstrated understanding of the social determinants of health, health equity, and the impact on health outcomes for youth, families, and communities.

Experience in the application of public health principles and practices, partnership development, and community development is highly valued. Competencies in other languages are an asset, with French being preferred.

Hours

The successful candidate will work 70 hours bi-weekly, with a pro-rated salary of 0.83 FTE paid over a 12-month period. The role will align with the school calendar year, with a period of leave during the summer break.

Compensation and Incentives

The successful candidate will be eligible for our benefits package, which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage, as well as a defined benefit pension plan.



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