Job Name: Maternal and child health specialist - Canada
Job Description:
Maternal and Child Health Specialists work to improve the health and well-being of pregnant women, infants, children, and adolescents. Their responsibilities may include developing and implementing public health programs, conducting research, providing healthcare services, and collaborating with healthcare professionals and community organizations to promote maternal and child health.
Designation:
None
Name of Organization:
Fraser Health Authority
The Ottawa Hospital
BC Women's Hospital and Health Centre
Saskatchewan Health Authority
The Ottawa Hospital
Job Market In The Country:
The job market for maternal and child health (MCH) specialists in Canada is generally favorable, with the number of job openings expected to exceed the number of job seekers over the next few years. According to the Job Bank of Canada, employment of MCH specialists is projected to grow 7% from 2022 to 2031
Salary and Benefits:
The average maternal salary in Canada is $83,310 per year or $42.72 per hour.14
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Paid time off
Sick leave
Vacation leave
Pension plan
Free meals
Free snacks
Free drinks
Gym memberships
Massage therapy
On-site fitness centers
Parking subsidies
Public transportation subsidies
Car allowances
Phone allowances
Computer allowances
Relocation assistance
Taxes and Financial Implications:
Here is an example of how the salary tax rates for a Maternal and child health specialist in Ontario might work:
Income: $150,000
Federal income tax: $29,354
Ontario provincial income tax: $24,555
EI premiums: $957.60
CPP contributions: $3,500.80
Total tax payable: $58,367.40
Language Requirements:
English
Eligibility Criteria
A Bachelor's or Master's degree in a related field such as Public Health, Nursing, or Medicine.
Relevant professional certification or registration may be required.
Work experience in maternal and child health programs or related areas is often preferred.