Community Worker, Canada Prenatal Nutrition Program

Role Overview

• Plan and deliver Nutrition Program activities and provide support for women who are pregnant or have babies less than one year of age.
• Organize cooking groups for pregnant women and young parents.
• Select or help women select nutritious recipes.
• Shop for healthy groceries and snacks ensuring required cooking equipment and supplies are readily available.
• Plan special activities and educational talks for a pregnancy/parenting support group, including sessions on healthy eating, breastfeeding support, infant nutrition, and healthy living.

Requirements

• Minimum Grade 8 education.
• Basic cooking skills with ability to follow recipes.
• Ability to lead group information sessions.
• Good organizational skills.
• Good computer skills.
• Cultural awareness of local community.

Benefits

• Priority consideration is given to beneficiaries of the Inuvialuit Final Agreement (IFA)
• The position requires the completion of a satisfactory Criminal Record Check.
• The position may require the completion of a satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Check.
• An eligibility list may be established for hiring for similar positions based on performance in this competition.