Temporary – Pregnancy Outreach Consultant Medical Leave Coverage

HOURS: 35 hours per week scheduled between 8:00 and 4:30, 5 days per week, no weekends

WAGES: As per HSA Community Collective Agreement – Grid 38 – Step 2- $36.06 per hour

START DATE: ASAP

JOB SUMMARY:
Together with the Executive Director, the Pregnancy Outreach Program (POP) Consultant collaborates
with other health and social service providers in Quesnel and surrounding communities to support
women and families during pregnancy and in the first 6 months after birth. With a goal of increasing
and improving factors that lead to healthy mothers and healthy babies, the POP Consultant provides
education and compassionate supports to women who are experiencing risk or are vulnerable for any
reason during their pregnancy. These risks may include medical issues, isolation, food or housing
insecurity, substance use and/or mental health, newly arrived in Canada, and other challenges due to
social or cultural barriers. POP services are provided on an individual basis, as part of a family unit, or
as part of a group activity. Services are also provided at the CDC or a community location that is
convenient, including home visits.
QUALIFICATIONS:
You are a detail orientated, proactive and outgoing person who is passionate about the work of
improving life outcomes for women and families. You are committed to applying a trauma-informed
lens to guide you in your interactions with the people you support, your co-workers, and your
community partners. Your experience working with women who are pregnant and who may be
struggling with one or more risk factors sets you apart from other applicants. You possess a
compassionate pro-choice orientation and a harm reduction philosophy.
You also have:
▪ Bachelor’s Degree in a community social services or related field
▪ Minimum 2 years of recent related experience providing front-line services to individuals and
families who need extra support
▪ Knowledge about pregnancy, birth, and the care of babies
▪ Knowledge of obstetrics-related medical terminology, nutrition, eating disorders, substance
abuse and other abusive situations preferred – OR an equivalent combination of education,
training, and experience

SUBMIT APPLICATION TO: Melanie MacDonald, Executive Director
executivedirector@quesnelcdc.com