Posting #152026
HEALTH PROMOTER (RE-POST)
TEMPORARY, FULL-TIME (18 MONTHS, CURRENT VACANCY)
BRANTFORD
At Grand Erie Public Health (GEPH), our people are our greatest strength. As one of Ontario’s public health units, we are determined defenders of community health. Our public health focus on prevention, protection, and promotion contributes to healthier outcomes across Brantford, Brant, Haldimand, and Norfolk.
We are unshakeable in our commitment to being a trusted and authentic source of public health knowledge, guided by the Health Protection and Promotion Act and the Ontario Public Health Standards. We safeguard the well-being of everyone – no matter who they are or where they come from.
About the position: Grand Erie Public Health (GEPH) is seeking a highly motivated candidate for a position of Health Promoter to be responsible for assessing, promoting, and enhancing health and preventing disease and injuries. This role uses population-health approaches based on health promotion theories and evidence to plan, implement, and evaluate health promotion strategies, ensuring alignment with the Public Health Core Competencies as outlined by the Public Health Agency of Canada.
In addition, you will plan and execute ongoing communications campaigns across different program areas within GEPH and assist in coordinating community initiatives. Collaboration with Health Unit staff, community agencies, and partners is essential. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful difference in public health and community well-being.
If you’re a Health Promoter who is driven by promoting health, preventing disease, and injuries, to make a meaningful impact and help shape a healthier future for our community, we’d love to have you on our team.
Qualifications and Competencies:
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Four-year University degree in a related discipline (Health Education/Health Promotion/Sciences), or equivalent. One to two years' experience to be familiar with scope of position
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Conduct situational assessments including analysis of data, evidence and environmental scan findings.
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Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary for health promotion practices in the areas of population-health promotion, determinants of health and health equity.
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Develop, implement, evaluate and oversee evidence-based health promotion programs/plans which meet Ontario Public Health standards and requirements.
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Facilitate community mobilization and build community capacity around shared health priorities.
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Apply social marketing and other communication principles to the development and implementation and evaluation of health communication strategies
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Contributes to the identification and prioritization of areas for improvement within the six dimensions of quality (safe, effective, efficient, timely, person-centred and equitable).
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Contribute to health-related policy development and advocacy that reflects community needs.
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Demonstrated ability to engage with colleagues in a systematic approach to quality improvement, including the definition of the purpose and scope; development, testing, and implementation of change ideas; and measurements of reach and impact.
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Review, develop, and/ or acquire health promotion resources.
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Travel between multiple sites may be required.
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A valid Ontario driver’s license and use of a reliable vehicle.
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Valid immunization status, as per organizational requirements
For more information about Grand Erie Public Health, please visit: https://geph.ca/
Compensation & Benefits:
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Hourly wage range: $45.05 - $46.05/hr
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Benefits: OMERS pension plan and a comprehensive health and dental benefits package.
Terms of Employment:
70 hours in a two-week period. Employment conditions are in accordance with the CUPE Local 4700 Collective Agreement and Grand Erie Public Health policies and procedures.
Please apply with your confidential cover letter and resume quoting Posting #152026 by June 23, 2026.
We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only candidates to be interviewed will be contacted. Personal information submitted will be used for the purposes of this competition only and is collected in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information & Protection of Privacy Act.
Our organization is committed to promoting the independence, dignity, integration, and equality of opportunity of persons with disabilities by ensuring the accessibility of our facilities and services. Accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment and selection process. Applicants need to make their required accommodations known in advance.
As part of our recruitment process, we use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist with screening and assessing applicants. These tools are designed to support our recruitment process but do not make final hiring decisions. All interview and hiring decisions are made by human resources and hiring managers
