Student Health Ambassador
Req ID: 191716
Location: Provincial Zone, Corporate Office
Department: QISR Community Relations&Special Proj
Type of Employment: Student Student PT (3%) x 3
Management/Non Union Position
Posting Closing Date: 30-Dec-24
Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, with some specialized services also offered to clients throughout Atlantic Canada. We’re on a mission to achieve excellence in health, healing, and learning through working together, which is reflected in the hospitals, health centres, and community-based programs we operate across the province. Our passionate team of professionals provides a variety of high-quality inpatient and outpatient services including academic, tertiary, and quaternary care, as well as continuing care, primary health care, public health, and mental health and addictions. Join a diverse team of innovators, collaborators, and creative thinkers today.
Nova Scotia Health employs professionals in all corners of our beautiful province. We believe there's a place here for everyone to call home, from vibrant cities with exuberant nightlife to quaint towns with picturesque trails. The work-life balance that comes with a Nova Scotia Health role means you'll have the time to explore, discover, and participate in that coveted Atlantic lifestyle. Visit us today and check out www.novascotia.com to see why more people from across the globe are moving here.
About the Opportunity
The Nova Scotia Health Ambassador serves as a representative of Nova Scotia Health, promoting health initiatives, providing information and support to the community, and fostering positive relationships with stakeholders. This role plays a crucial part in enhancing public awareness of health-related issues, advocating for healthy lifestyles, facilitating access to healthcare services, and supporting use and awareness of YourHealthNS.ca and its app.
About You
We would love to hear from you if you have the following:
- Current post-secondary student.
- Post secondary studies in health-related professions will be considered an asset
- Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred
In addition, to be successful in this role, you will need to demonstrate the following skills:
- Clear Communication: Be able to talk to people of all backgrounds about health topics in a way that's easy to understand. You’ll be the bridge between Nova Scotia Health, YourHealthNS and the community; helping people access resources and understand services.
- Event Planning and Participation: Have fun with organizing and taking part in community events, health fairs, and workshops and other ways to meet your local community and share YourHealthNS with them. You'll help set things up, make them interesting, and share learning about the YourHealthNS app and other Nova Scotia Health information, care, and services.
- Research Skills: Be curious and ready to learn! This role will involve learning about different communities and their health challenges, and demonstrating use of both and app and website.
- Professionalism and Respect: Show a positive attitude, be respectful, and support Nova Scotia Health in continuing to build trust with the community. You’ll be the face of the organization for a lot of people!
- Team Collaboration: Work well with others and share what you learn. This role is all about teamwork and supporting each other to make a bigger impact.
- Flexibility and Adaptability: Be ready to jump in and help with whatever is needed. Sometimes things change quickly, and being adaptable will make you a valuable team member.
Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.
Hours
- Casual positions with the ability to work up to part-time hours
- Positions are flexible within the province
Compensation and Benefits
$21.00 Hourly
Once You've Applied
Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.
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