Summer Student – Patient Navigator Assistant

Join Us at NECHC
At North End Community Health Centre, inclusivity is at the core of who we are. We collaborate closely with our community to build a team that truly reflects the varied identities and lives of the people we support. We welcome applicants from all walks of life, embracing differences in race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, economic background, cognitive abilities, and intersectional identities.

Summer Student – Patient Navigator Assistant
Location: 2131 Gottingen Street
Hourly Pay: $20/hr.
Work Term: 3 Months Term, May 2025- August 2025
Hours: 37.5 hrs per week
Application Deadline: May 6th, 2025
The Patient Navigator Assistant role is designed to provide a welcoming, informative, and respectful presence in the waiting room of our Community Health Centre. This position plays a crucial role in strengthening relationships between clients and healthcare providers, enhancing trust, and ensuring equitable access to services. By offering direct support and guidance, the Patient Navigator Assistant will work alongside the incumbent Patient Navigator to help clients, especially from historically underserved communities, feel heard, respected, and more informed about the resources available to them.

The Patient Navigator and Front Desk team works alongside physicians, nurses, dietitians, social workers, mental health staff, our dental team, and several support staff. The Patient Navigator Assistant will act as a crucial link between clients and providers, reducing barriers to care and ensuring individuals receive timely support. By integrating this position, NECHC continues its commitment to providing holistic, patient-centered care that meets the evolving needs of the community.


Qualifications:
Currently enrolled in or recently completed a post-secondary program in health sciences, social work, community development, public health, or a related field
Previous experience in client-facing roles, such as customer service, healthcare, or community outreach, is an asset.
Familiarity with trauma-informed approaches and harm reduction principles is beneficial.
How to Apply: Submit your cover letter and resume to https://nechc.easyapply.co/ Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Equity and Inclusion: We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, including 2SLGBTQIA++, African Nova Scotian, Indigenous, people with disabilities, language minorities, people of color, and immigrants. Self-identification in equity groups is confidential and can be included in the application.


Please note that all applications will be handled with strict confidentiality. A vulnerable sector criminal record check is required for all NECHC employees working directly with clients, participants, and patients.

Interested in exploring other opportunities with NECHC?
We’re always on the search for passionate professionals, join us in our mission to support community health and well-being for the North End community and beyond.

Click on the link to explore the opportunities: View jobs at North End Community Health Centre or send you resume and cover letter to employment@nechc.com. Read more