Wish Clinic Facilitator

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The opportunity:

The incumbent reports to the Vice-Dean, Indigenous health, Social Justice and Anti-Racism (or their delegate), Rady Faculty of Health Sciences, and receives strategic guidance from the WISH Clinic Steering Committee, which is comprised of members from the University of Manitoba, Winnipeg Regional Health Authority, the Elmwood Community Resource Centre, and the Extended Primary Care Clinic at Concordia Hospital, along with the Wish Clinic Co-Chairs of the Student Executive.

The incumbent works within the mandate, mission, and vision of the WISH Clinic, ensuring its development and operations align with community needs. The Clinic Facilitator plays a key role in strengthening relationships with the community and ensuring that WISH Clinic services reflect the voices and priorities of the people it serves.

The Clinic Facilitator is responsible for the on-site coordination and management of the WISH Clinic, ensuring a safe, welcoming, and responsive environment for community members. The incumbent will provide opportunities for debriefing, learning and holistic support to student volunteers, equipping them with the tools to deliver meaningful and culturally safe care. This includes guiding students in engaging with community members, understanding social determinants of health, and developing a well-rounded approach to community-centered care.

In addition to clinic operations, the Clinic Facilitator will support RFHS health career pathway initiatives by coordinating student volunteer involvement in outreach and engagement activities, particularly during periods when the clinic is not in session. These outreach and engagement efforts help strengthen early exposure to health professions among youth and contribute to faculty-wide goals related to equity, inclusion, and representation in healthcare.

The Clinic Facilitator serves as a bridge between the WISH Clinic, community organizations, and local partners to foster meaningful collaborations and long-term sustainability. This includes prioritizing community engagement, facilitating regular feedback loops with local residents, and ensuring that WISH Clinic initiatives align with the evolving needs of the community.

The Clinic Facilitator maintains open communication with the University of Manitoba, the WISH Clinic Steering Committee, the WISH Clinic Student Executive Council, and other partners to build and sustain support for the WISH Clinic. The Clinic Facilitator is also responsible for collecting and reporting key data to support WISH Clinic partners and funders. This includes tracking clinic participation, engagement metrics, and service impact to inform decision-making, enhance program effectiveness, and explore opportunities for future expansion. Additionally, the role focuses on enhancing student learning opportunities beyond the clinical experience, ensuring volunteers receive wraparound supports such as mentorship, debriefing, and professional development resources to strengthen their understanding of community-based health and wellness services.

The qualifications and experience we’re looking for:

• Completion of post-secondary education is required.
• Preference will be given to candidates with a background in healthcare, social services, community health, or public health.
• Minimum of three years' experience in a non-profit, community health, or program coordination role, including responsibilities related to organizational and financial management preferred.
• Experience working within a post-secondary environment is strongly preferred particularly in roles that involve student engagement, interdepartmental collaboration, or health education.
• Experience coordinating volunteers, with preference given to those who have worked with student groups or student-led organizations preferred.
• Experience in health promotion, harm reduction, or other community-based health initiatives preferred. -Experience navigating community resources related to housing, crisis intervention, food security, and conflict resolution preferred.
• An equivalent combination of education and relevant experience will be considered, particularly where it demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary for client care coordination, community engagement, and inter-professional collaboration.
• Demonstrated knowledge and application of trauma-informed care and population health.
• Strong understanding of community development principles, health equity, and the social determinants of health required.
• Demonstrated leadership experience in program coordination, mentorship, and team collaboration
• Experience working with diverse populations, including indigenous communities, newcomers, individuals experiencing houselessness, and other marginalized or underserved groups.
• Familiarity with culturally safe, inclusive, and inter-professional care practices preferred.
• Strong project management and program delivery skills, including the ability to manage timelines, coordinate multiple priorities, and ensure effective implementation of community-based initiatives preferred.
• A satisfactory work record, including satisfactory attendance and punctuality, is required.

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Why the University of Manitoba?

Along with being one of Manitoba’s top employers, we are proud to provide a collaborative and enriching work environment. In addition to a strong compensation package with a competitive salary, the University provides an exceptional workplace that includes:

• Comprehensive group benefits and pension plan.
• Competitive vacation time.
• Employee and Family Assistance Program.
• A full spectrum of professional development opportunities.

Apply today through the University of Manitoba’s recruitment site, UM Careers

Closing Date: July 12, 2025

Applications will only be accepted if you apply on UM Careers.

The University of Manitoba is committed to the principles of equity, diversity & inclusion and to promoting opportunities in hiring, promotion and tenure (where applicable) for systemically marginalized groups who have been excluded from full participation at the University and the larger community including Indigenous Peoples, women, racialized persons, persons with disabilities and those who identify as 2SLGBTQIA+ (Two Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, questioning, intersex, asexual and other diverse sexual identities).

If you require accommodation supports during the recruitment process, please contact 204-474-7195. Please note this contact information is for accommodation reasons only.

Application materials, including letters of reference, will be handled in accordance with the protection of privacy provisions of The Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (Manitoba). Please note that curriculum vitae will be provided to participating members of the search process.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $35.91-$49.43 per hour

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person