Regional Community Coordinator

DEPARTMENT: NB FASD Centre of Excellence

BARGAINING UNIT: Management and Non-Bargaining

JOB TYPE: Permanent full-time

SCHEDULE: Day, 8 and 12-hour shifts. Work schedule may be changed to meet operational needs.

LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS: Bilingual essential

NOTE : Applicants must attach a resume to their application.

JOB SUMMARY :

Under the direction of the Provincial Program Manager for the NB FASD Centre of Excellence, the Regional Community Coordinator (RCC) delivers client- and family-centred care, and trauma-informed and culturally safe services across the FASD continuum, including prevention, diagnosis, support, and community engagement.

The RCC works collaboratively with clients, families, and community partners to assess needs, coordinate access to appropriate resources, and help guide the implementation of the recommendations following a diagnostic assessment. This includes providing education and training to support clients across home, school, workplace, and community settings.

The RCC plays a key role in strengthening local service systems and building community capacity to better support individuals with FASD and their families. The position also requires ongoing professional development to maintain expertise in FASD-related research, best practices, and emerging approaches.

REQUIREMENTS:

• College diploma or university degree in early childhood education, health care, social sciences, education, or a related field, required;
• Formal training in Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD), such as completion of online modules from the Canada FASD Research Network (CanFASD) or other recognized FASD training programs, required;
• Minimum of two years of experience working with individuals and families affected by FASD;
• Minimum of two years of experience in youth mental health and/or addiction;
• Experience working within multidisciplinary teams and with community-based service providers;
• Experience supporting the health and community needs of Indigenous populations, particularly in relation to FASD, considered an asset;
• Strong client-centred focus and ability to work collaboratively with families, communities, and service partners;
• Demonstrated leadership and communication skills, including group facilitation and teamwork;
• Ability to interact with clients and families in a respectful, holistic, and non-judgmental manner;
• Creative, innovative, and able to develop or adapt approaches to meet client and community needs;
• Skilled in knowledge-sharing and education delivery to both clients and professionals;
• Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development;

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team;
• Physical ability to perform the assigned work;
• Good work history (performance and attendance);
• Adherence to professional ethical principles, the Network's management philosophy, and organizational values;
• Compliance with the rules of confidentiality set by Vitalité Health Network.

• The above requirements may be verified through oral, written or practical tests during the selection process.
• Should there be no fully qualified applicants, this position will not necessarily be reposted. If you wish to be considered for this position and meet most of the requirements, you are encouraged to apply at this time.
• The employer reserves the right to shorten or extend temporary assignments for operational reasons.
• We thank all applicants. However, only those selected will be contacted.