Maternal Child Health Coordinator

Location: North Central Alberta (Slave Lake)

The Maternal Child Health Worker provides culturally safe, family-centred support to pregnant individuals, infants, children, and families. This role focuses on promoting healthy pregnancies, child development, parenting capacity, and overall family wellness through education, home visits, referrals, and advocacy. The position is paid hourly and is eligible for overtime in accordance with Canadian federal labour standards.

Key Responsibilities
Client & Family Support

Provide education and support related to prenatal care, postnatal care, infant feeding, child development, and parenting skills

Conduct home visits and community outreach to support maternal and child health outcomes

Assist families in navigating health, social, and community services

Support families experiencing high-risk situations, including medical, social, or environmental challenges

Advocate for the best interests of mothers, infants, and children

Program Delivery

Assist with the delivery of maternal and child health programs, workshops, and group sessions

Maintain accurate client records, progress notes, and reports in accordance with privacy legislation

Monitor child growth and development milestones and report concerns to appropriate professionals

Participate in case planning and interdisciplinary team meetings

Cultural & Community Engagement

Provide services in a culturally respectful and trauma-informed manner

Promote traditional knowledge, cultural practices, and community values where appropriate

Build strong, trusting relationships with families and community partners

Administrative & Compliance

Maintain confidentiality and comply with all applicable policies, procedures, and legislation

Complete required documentation, statistics, and reports within established timelines

Attend required training, supervision, and staff meetings

Complete other duties assigned by medical staff, supervisor, or director

Hours of Work & Overtime

This is an hourly-paid position

Standard hours of work will be scheduled in accordance with operational needs

Overtime is paid in accordance with the Canada Labour Code, which provides that:

Overtime is payable after 8 hours in a day or 40 hours in a week, unless otherwise authorized

Overtime is compensated at 1.5 times the employee's regular hourly rate

All overtime must be pre-approved by a supervisor, except in emergency situations

Accurate timekeeping is required for all hours worked

Qualifications
Required

Diploma or certificate in Maternal Child Health, Community Health, Social Work, Early Childhood Development, or a related field

Experience working with mothers, infants, children, and families

Knowledge of child development, maternal health, and family systems

Strong communication, organizational, and documentation skills

Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team

Valid driver's license and ability to travel for home visits (if applicable)

Please bring a current Criminal Record Check and Intervention Record Check to your interview

Experience working in Indigenous, rural, or community-based health settings

Training in trauma-informed care, FASD, prenatal/postnatal support, or infant mental health

Knowledge of community resources and referral pathways

Working Conditions

Combination of office, community, and home-based work

May involve evening or weekend hours based on program needs

Emotional demands associated with supporting vulnerable families

Compensation

Hourly wage based on qualifications and experience

Overtime paid in accordance with federal labour standards

Eligible for benefits as per organizational policy (if applicable)

Final date to receive applications
Friday, November 6, 2026 4:30 PM