School Health Promoter - Public Health

About the Opportunity

Reporting to the Manager, Healthy Communities, the School Health Promoter, works in collaboration with Tri-County Regional Centre for Education and Public Health Healthy Communities to address local population health needs and to take action to improve population health and reduce health inequities focused on school environments across the province. The School Health Promoter is the champion for Health Promoting Schools, fosters cooperation, collaboration, and coordination with and between school communities as well as with and between school and health personnel.  The position requires a strong background in health promotion, understanding of comprehensive school health, community development, knowledge of the school system and a solid track record in building strategic partnerships. The School Health Promoter, using evidence informed strategies, seeks and advocates for policy and system change through community engagement, coalition building and partnership development. The School Health Promoter continually assesses understanding of community’s health through ongoing and informal means (gathers local intelligence, seeks out experiences and stories) and conducts formal community health assessment processes. The School Health Promoter uses persuasive communication techniques and strong facilitation skills to bring others along in the work to create system/culture change. Evidence is translated on an ongoing basis throughout the planning cycle (assessment, development, implementation and evaluation) to build understanding and to motivate and inspire action, among colleagues and with community partners.

About You

We would love to hear from you if you have the following:

• Baccalaureate degree in Public Health, Health Promotion, Education, Community Youth Development, or other relevant field with 3-5 years' relevant experience required.
• Masters’ degree preferred.
• Recent experience in advocating for healthy public policies at a local or provincial level; initiating, establishing and mobilizing multi-sector partnerships; and gathering and analyzing information to identify public health issues
• Knowledge of, and/or experience with the Education system
• Incumbent must have or be willing to acquire knowledge and skills in epidemiology and surveillance through the Public Health Agency of Canada Skills Enhancement for Health Surveillance program
• Understanding of a population-based approach
• Demonstrates the core competencies for public health as outlined in the job analysis
• Knowledge of Health Protection Act and other relevant regulations, legislation and acts
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, including team building, negotiation, and conflict management
• Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary setting with a strong focus on citizen/community
• Commitment to promoting a culture of respect that supports safety, ethical practices, cultural awareness and organizational health
• Commitment to continuous improvement and innovation
• Demonstrated commitment to health and safety
• Must have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation as travel will be required
• Competencies in other languages an asset

Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.

Hours

• Permanent Full Time / 70 hours bi-weekly

Compensation and Benefits

$35.09 - $44.09 Hourly

Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan.