Job Title: Community Social Pediatrics School and Health Liaison
Organization: New Brunswick Social Pediatrics Inc. (NBSP)
Location: Saint John, NB (in-school and community-based)
Employment Type: Full-time, 12-month contract (July 2025 - July 2026), with potential for renewal
Application Deadline: June 30, 2025
Start Date: July 21, 2025 (with some flexibility for the right candidate)

About Us

New Brunswick Social Pediatrics Inc. (NBSP) is a Saint John-based charity committed to improving the health and well-being of children and families facing poverty and adversity. We operate a community social pediatrics clinic, offer wraparound programs for children and youth, and collaborate with families and community partners to address the root causes of poor health and social outcomes.

We are proud recipients of the Saint John Regional Hospital Foundation's Community Impact Award, which allows us to launch a new pilot initiative: placing a dedicated health liaison in two priority community schools to support early identification, intervention, and connection to care.

Position Summary

The Community Social Pediatrics School and Health Liaison will play a vital role in bridging the gap between education, healthcare, and social supports. This position will be embedded within Saint John the Baptist/King Edward School and Centennial School, working directly with school staff, families, and NBSP's clinical team to support children experiencing barriers related to poverty, trauma, and limited access to care.

This is a unique opportunity to be part of a first-of-its-kind initiative in New Brunswick, improving outcomes for children and shaping a model of care that could be replicated across the province.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong relationships with school staff, children, families, and community organizations.
• Identify children and families in need of health and social supports, especially those without a primary care provider.
• Facilitate access to NBSP services, including pediatric care, mental health support, advocacy, and community-based programs.
• Coordinate case conferences and participate in school team meetings focused on student well-being.
• Act as a health navigator to connect families with community, healthcare, and government services.
• Support early screening and identification of developmental, behavioral, and emotional challenges.
• Maintain timely and professional documentation that supports program evaluation and data-informed decision-making.
• Champion trauma-informed, child-centered approaches in schools and support staff in understanding Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs).
• Collaborate with NBSP's clinical team (pediatrician, nurse, advocate) to ensure continuity of care and coordinated service delivery.
• Participate in program evaluation and research to support evidence-based practice and policy development.

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in Social Work, Child and Youth Studies, Nursing, Education, or a related field. Equivalent experience may be considered.
• Minimum 3 years of experience working with children and families facing adversity.
• Demonstrated understanding of the social determinants of health and Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs).
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment.
• Knowledge of community resources and service navigation in the Saint John area.
• Experience in either the education sector (e.g., school settings or school-community partnerships) or the healthcare sector (e.g., clinical settings or health system navigation) is required.
• Confidence and skill in working with children experiencing emotional and behavioural challenges is required.
• Ability to manage sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.
• Ability to work across multiple digital platforms is required, including comfort using tools such as Outcome Tracker (Vistashare), email, shared drives, and virtual meeting platforms.
• Lived experience as a member of a marginalized community, including but not limited to experiences of poverty, trauma, systemic racism, or barriers to accessing care, is considered a strong asset.
• Clear Criminal Record and Vulnerable Sector Checks are required.
• Bilingualism (English/French) is an asset.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of an innovative, award-winning team focused on social justice and health equity.
• Help pilot a new model of integrated care that supports children where they are - at school.
• Work in a collaborative, mission-driven environment that values compassion, integrity, and community voice.
• Contribute to real-time evaluation and policy advocacy to scale impact.

To Apply

Please submit your resume and cover letter outlining your interest and qualifications to [email protected] by June 30. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.