Places To Work In Public Health - Community Health Centres

Public Health Insight

Community Health Centres (CHCs) are an important part of the larger system as they focus primarily on improving the health and well-being of underserved populations who have traditionally faced barriers accessing health services.

In this episode of the Public Health Insight Podcast, we cover:

◼️ the services that CHCs typically offer

◼️ the diverse range of roles including health promoters, nutritionists, social workers, and more

◼️ practical advice for professionals on how to make their international experience relevant to these roles in the Canadian job markets.

◼️ transferable core skills and competencies that fit the roles at a CHC

References

◼️ Jobs you can get as a public health professional in Community Health Centres (CHCs)
◼️60+ Organizations That Hire Public Health Professionals:

Hosts & Producers

◼️ Gordon Thane, BMSc, MPH, PMP®
◼️ Purva Mehta, BMSc, MSc

Production Notes

◼️ Music from Johnny Harris x Tom Fox: The Music Room

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Chapter

1. Community Health Centres (00:00:00)

2. The Role of Community Health Centers (00:01:51)

3. Challenges and Opportunities for Immigrants in Public Health (00:08:00)

4. Diverse Roles in Community Health Centers (00:13:39)

5. Key Skills and Competencies for Success (00:19:26)