Injury Prevention Specialist

8 months ago


Victoria, Canada Island Health Full time

**Job Description**:
In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health) patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

This position leads the implementation of initiatives and collaborations that successfully promote and protect health and prevent injury for the people of the Island Health region, as determined by the Leadership team of the Office of the Chief Medical Health Officer and its partners/stakeholders. The position leads and contributes to reducing the burden caused by injuries in the public.

The Injury Prevention Specialist contributes to safety and injury prevention related activities, including partnership development, stakeholder and community engagement, evaluation, policy development and training. Works collaboratively with team members and community partners to carry out project plans and achieve objectives related to the project(s); as required/appropriate, may be responsible to lead, manage and supervise assigned team members. Most fundamentally, the position is dedicated to coordinating and collaborating with internal and external partners/stakeholders to develop and implement injury prevention initiatives which align with strategic priorities.

Travel may be a requirement of this position. Transportation arrangements must meet the operational requirements of Island Health in accordance with the service assignment and may require the use of a personal vehicle.

**QUALIFICATIONS**:
**Education, Training And Experience**:
Bachelor's Degree in population health, social sciences with content in injury prevention, health promotion, and/or policy analysis and/or community development.

Five to seven years recent relevant experience (including experience with program evaluation) with a focus on facilitating integrated approaches to injury prevention, community health promotion or health protection.

An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.

Valid BC Driver's License.

**Skills And Abilities**:

- Applies an equity approach to research, recommendations and work plans.
- Exceptional strength in fostering and developing partnerships and relationships with a broad range of stakeholders.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and proven conflict management skills at an individual and team level.
- Demonstrated analytical problem solving to develop strategic, progressive, and creative solutions.
- Strong facilitation, education and knowledge translation skills. Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of stakeholders internally and within the community utilizing a variety of communication methods.
- Integrates pertinent data, best practice and current research evidence to support professional practice decisions and actions.

**Job Requirements**:



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