Health Educator

York Region (The Regional Municipality of York); Newmarket; Hybrid; Full time

Job summary

A leading municipality in Canada seeks a Health Promotion Specialist to develop and deliver community health programs. The role involves collaboration with various agencies and requires a university degree in a relevant field. Applicants should have experience in marketing and community initiatives.

Benefits

Defined Benefit Pension Program

Employee Health Care Spending Account

Employee and Family Assistance Program

Corporate Discounts

Qualifications

• 1 year experience in developing community initiatives.
• Experience in writing reports and grant proposals.

Responsibilities

• Develops, implements, and evaluates health promotion programs.
• Identifies community partnerships for health initiatives.
• Compiles and analyzes statistical data for programs.

Skills

Health Promotion

Communication

Marketing

Education

University Degree in Health

University Degree in Health Promotion

University Degree in Communication

Job description

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Job Title

Status

Temporary Full-Time

Temporary - Approximate length of assignment, in months

18

Type of Position

an Addition to Staff

Start Date

Immediate

Per hour

Salary Grade

$49.46 - $53.76

Department

York Region -> Community & Health Services -> Public Health -> Child and Family Health

Location

Hybrid work opportunities may apply - CA
PH CFH & HP - 17150 Yonge Street, - Newmarket, ON L3Y 8V3 CA (Primary)

Job Description (E)

ABOUT US

Almost 1.2 million residents call York Region home, making it one of the largest regions in Canada – and the fastest growing with a population that’s expected to grow to more than 2 million by 2041. Our geography, which is comprised of about 1,800 square kilometers over nine different municipalities, is as beautiful, interesting and diverse as our people. Local government is organized in a two-tier structure and we work together with our local municipalities to provide residents and businesses access to a broad selection of services and resources.

WHAT WE OFFER

Consistently named one of Canada’s Best Employers by Forbes, we offer a collaborative, progressive workplace that takes pride in our organizational culture and is committed to living The 13+ Factors of Psychological Health and Safety in the Workplace – aligned with our vision to create strong, caring and safe communities both within and outside our walls.

• Defined Benefit Pension Program - With the Ontario Municipality Employees Retirement System (OMERS) defined benefit pension plan, you can confidently retire knowing that you will have income for life. Eligibility from date of hire as a full-time employee and includes employer-matched contributions.
• Employer of Choice - Recognized as the highest-ranking government employer in Canada and fourth overall among 300 organizations.
• Benefits and Wellness - Employees and their loved ones have access to an employee health care spending account, access to a 24/7 Employee and Family Assistance Program and corporate discounts and purchase plans for day-to-day products and services. Casual employees are eligible to receive payment in lieu of benefits and/or vacation.
• Inclusive and Diverse Workforce - We’re committed to fostering an environment that celebrates all dimensions of diversity and ensures everyone can develop to their full potential, participate freely in society and live with respect, dignity and freedom from discrimination. Our robust Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility program continues to grow, and has been recognized by the United Nations and many other organizations for our leadership.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Reporting to the Manager, Child and Family Health, is responsible for developing, marketing and delivering programs to achieve the standards and requirements of the Ontario Public Health Standards (OPHS) and Protocols, Ontario Ministry of Health and Long Term Care pursuant to Section 7 of the Health Protection and Promotion Act, R.S.O., 1990, c.H.7. for the defined area of program and responsibility.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

• Identifies and recommends strategies to achieve program objectives and ensure the delivery of a comprehensive program.
• Identifies and develops liaisons with community agencies, coalitions, schools, and key individuals to collaborate on initiatives targeted to promoting the health of the specified population.
• Develops, implements, and evaluates initiatives to promote the health of the target population by advocacy, guideline and policy development and legislative initiatives.
• Develops and delivers training to diverse groups, including staff.
• Develops, implements, and evaluates educational and promotional materials related to programs and community initiatives.
• Establishes and maintains internal and external liaisons to ensure the development, implementation, and evaluation of health promotion strategies.
• Compiles and analyzes statistical information for health program needs and interprets the health education implication for programs.
• Develops reports and proposals.
• Participates on various internal and external committees and task forces as directed.
• Provides information to the public and agencies regarding programs and services provided in conjunction with other Department Branches.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• Successful completion of a university degree in Health, Health Promotion, Communication, or a related discipline with strong emphasis on marketing and program development or approved equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum one (1) year experience in developing, implementing, and evaluating community wide initiatives and programs using demonstrated skills in marketing.
• Satisfactory Police Criminal Background Check.
• Experience in writing reports and grant proposals and in conducting research, including the analysis of statistical data and trends.
• Knowledge of health promotion/adult education theories and the ability to apply these theories to develop related programs for a specific target population.

*Hiring for Newmarket and Markham locations

Scheduled Weekly Hours

35

Scheduled Shifts

Operational Hours

Close Date

May 26, 2025

# of Hires Needed

1

Union

CUPE Local 4900

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Please apply online by 5:00PM EST of the closing date indicated above. As an alternative, you can apply via e-mail to [e-mail] .

All employment opportunities are recorded on a 24-Hour Career Line and may be accessed by calling 1-877-464-9675 ext. 75508. We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please be advised, York Region uses email as the primary means of communication with candidates and does not use AI technology in any part of the recruitment process. Please ensure your email address is up to date, checked frequently (including your spam folder), and accepts messages from unknown users.

York Region is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process. We respect, encourage and celebrate our diversity, aiming to build a qualified workforce that reflects the population we serve. Should you require an accommodation under the Human Rights Code during the recruitment and selection process, including accessible formats and communication supports, please email [e-mail] or call 1-877-464-9675 extension 75506. Accommodations for applicants with disabilities are available upon request during recruitment processes and throughout employment.

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