Community Health Survey Project Assistant – 045-25-4
Data Analytics & Insights
Contract – 12 months

Applications will be received by Six Nations of the Grand River and Grand River Employment & Training (GREAT) up until 4:00 p.m. EST, Wednesday, March 5, 2025, for the Community Health Survey Project Assistant with Data Analytics & Insights. The Six Nations of the Grand River Application for Employment Form, Job Posting and Job Description are available for printing from the www.greatsn.com website. Online applications accepted through My Job Search. NO LATE APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED.

Applicants from Six Nations and other First Nations will be given preference to deliver programs and services in a First Nations community.

JOB SUMMARY: The CHS Project Assistant will be responsible for supporting the Community Health Survey (Onkwehón:we Health Check-In) research activities. This will consist primarily of completing electronic surveys with participants and assisting where needed in other PP & E research projects. This survey project will support the identification of health trends as well as determinants of health within the community. The project will significantly contribute to the planning of service provision to the community and where advocacy for additional resources needs to take place.

Reports to and receives supervision from the Community Health Survey (CHS) Project Manager, and functional supervision from the CHS Community Engagement Coordinator or the Epidemiologist.

*A competitive compensation package will be offered commensurate with qualifications. *

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Strong knowledge of and experience working with the Six Nations community, with preference to community members
• Demonstrated understanding of community, and culture at Six Nations
• Highschool graduation diploma
• Some post-secondary education in health, social work, or a science related field; or equivalent education and experience
• Interest in research and learning about Indigenous research
• Familiarity with Microsoft office, Excel, Microsoft Teams, and Outlook
• Must be comfortable with using a variety of technology and mobile devices (Android tablet)
• Understands the importance of Privacy and Confidentiality.
• Strong interpersonal skills. Enjoys talking to people, can demonstrate politeness, tact, sensitivity, maturity, and compassion
• Must have a valid Class G driver’s license, reliable transportation, and be willing to work from different locations within approximate 40 km radius of Ohsweken (Ohsweken, Hamilton, Brantford, etc.)
• Must pass criminal record check (Vulnerable Sector)
• Must be willing to wear PPE (mask) for protection of participants and self when requested

Other Related Skills:

• Previous experience in a Research Assistant role or similar an asset
• Experience in trauma-informed research is considered an asset
• Must have, or be willing to obtain TCPS2 and/or OCAP certification or other training
• Strong awareness of behaviour cues which may signal participant distress
• Good verbal, and written communication skills

SUBMISSION PROCEDURE: (Choose one method ONLY):

Method #1:  Online

1. Please visit: My Job Search to access our job board and follow the directions to apply.
2. Please ensure all required documents are provided/uploaded with your application package, which include:
   1. Cover letter including your band name and number (if applicable). Please indicate in your letter how your education and experience qualifies you for this position.
   2. Recent resume clearly identifying that you meet the Basic Qualifications of this position as stipulated above.
   3. Copy of your education diploma/degree/certificate and transcript.
3. If you have any questions or need assistance please reach out to Sydney Lewis, Human Resources Business Partner at 519-445-2223 ext. 5755 or via email at hrbp4@sixnations.ca.

Method #2: GREAT – Applications must include all of the following:

1. Printed, filled in and authorized Six Nations of the Grand River Application for Employment Form.
2. Cover letter including your band name and number (if applicable). Please indicate in your letter how your education and experience qualifies you for this position.
3. Recent resume clearly identifying that you meet the Basic Qualifications of this position as stipulated above.
4. Photocopy of your education diploma/degree/certificate and transcript.
5. Place all documents listed above in a sealed envelope and mail to or drop off at:

Community Health Survey Project Assistant – Contract – 045-25-4
c/o Reception Desk
Grand River Employment & Training (GREAT)
P.O. Box 69, 16 Sunrise Court
Ohsweken, Ontario  N0A 1M0