Community Health Advocate
3 weeks ago
Position Overview:
The role involves conducting comprehensive assessments that include data analysis, evidence evaluation, and environmental scanning to inform health initiatives.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design, implement, assess, and manage evidence-based health promotion initiatives that align with public health standards.
- Exhibit expertise in health promotion practices focusing on population health, health determinants, and equity.
- Collaborate as part of a multidisciplinary team within the Health Unit.
- Encourage community engagement and enhance community capabilities regarding shared health objectives.
- Review, create, and/or source health promotion materials.
- Utilize social marketing and communication strategies in the formulation, execution, and assessment of health communication plans.
- Contribute to the development of health-related policies and advocacy efforts that address community needs.
- Assist in identifying and prioritizing improvement areas across quality dimensions such as safety, effectiveness, efficiency, timeliness, person-centeredness, and equity.
- Engage in a systematic quality improvement approach with colleagues, defining purpose and scope, testing and implementing change ideas, and measuring impact.
- Perform additional duties as required.
Qualifications:
Education and Experience:
- A four-year university degree in a relevant field (Health Education, Health Promotion, or Sciences) or equivalent.
- One to two years of experience to gain familiarity with the role's scope.
Skills and Competencies:
- Strong oral and written communication skills are essential.
- Proficient in standard corporate software and computer literacy.
- Willingness to travel as necessary.
- Commitment to health and safety practices.
Employment Details:
Position: Health Promoter
Status: Temporary Part-Time
Employee Group: CUPE Local 4700
Salary: Competitive, with an initial adjustment for the first six months.
Division: Health and Social Services
Department: Public Health
Reports To: Program Manager, Planning and Evaluation
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