Community Development Advisor

DEPARTMENT: Public Health

ANTICIPATED START DATE: 17 Aug 2026

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 supervision of the manager and with the support of the health promotion coordinator or health promoter in their area, this employee works in partnership with local communities. As part of the Public Health promotion teams, community development advisors address needs that are primarily linked to the determinants of health. Together with community partners, interdisciplinary teams, and municipalities, they develop strategies aimed at addressing the health needs identified by the community, such as community health needs assessments (CHNAs), action plans from regional resilience committees, strategic plans from Regional Service Commissions (RSCs), and priority areas for public health action. The strategies developed aim to strengthen the community's capacity to promote better health among the population in the area.
REQUIREMENTS :

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant health or social science discipline;
• Certificate in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) or be willing to obtain one;
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in a community setting demonstrating the skills and abilities described below;
• Recognizes the impacts of health determinants;
• Works diligently and uses methods that promote the engagement and participation of individuals and communities;
• Develops and maintains community partnerships;
• Establishes and maintains good interpersonal relationships using leadership skills;
• Demonstrates good organizational skills, the ability to prioritize, and efficient management of time and work;
• Demonstrates strong verbal and written communication skills;
• Demonstrates initiative, creativity, self-motivation, a positive attitude, and flexibility;
• Holds a valid driver's license;
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team;
• Physical ability to perform assigned work;
• Good work history (performance and attendance);
• Adherence to professional ethics principles, the Network's management philosophy and organizational values;
• Adherence to Vitalité Health Network's confidentiality rules.
  

• 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.