Interprofessional prideHealth Educator - Primary Health Care (Designated)

Nova Scotia Health Authority; Halifax; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare provider in Halifax seeks an individual with a health-related degree and strong communication skills for a role focusing on 2SLGBTQIA+ health education. The position requires 3 years of relevant experience and involves working closely with diverse communities. This full-time role offers competitive hourly pay and a comprehensive benefits package, supporting the mission to enhance health and learning across Nova Scotia.

Benefits

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Defined benefit pension plan

Qualifications

• 3 Years of related experience required.
• Preferred experience as a facilitator, with curriculum design.

Responsibilities

• Position responsibilities include facilitating educational initiatives.
• Work involves engaging with 2SLGBTQIA+ communities.

Skills

In-depth knowledge of 2SLGBTQIA+ health topics/issues

Exceptional communication and facilitation skills

Competencies in other languages (French preferred)

Education

Baccalaureate degree from a health discipline/health-related science

Current registration with professional association

Leadership Development Education

Adult Education Program

Job description

Overview

Click here to apply as an internal applicant.

Req ID: 209645
Location: To be determined based on the successful candidate
Department: PHC STRAT-PRIDE HEALTH-CCZ
Type of Employment: Casual
Hourly FT long-assignment (100%) x 1
NSGEU Healthcare Position
Posting Closing Date: 23-Sep-25

Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, with specialized services offered to clients throughout Atlantic Canada. We’re on a mission to achieve excellence in health, healing, and learning through working together, reflected in the hospitals, health centres, and community-based programs we operate across the province. Our team provides a variety of high-quality inpatient and outpatient services including academic, tertiary, and quaternary care, as well as continuing care, primary health care, public health, and mental health and addictions. Join a diverse team of innovators, collaborators, and creative thinkers today.

Nova Scotia Health employs professionals in all corners of our province. We believe there’s a place here for everyone to call home, from vibrant cities with nightlife to quaint towns with picturesque trails. The work-life balance that comes with a Nova Scotia Health role means you’ll have time to explore, discover, and participate in the Atlantic lifestyle. Visit us at www.novascotia.com to see why more people join us from across the globe.

About the Opportunity

Home site, location and Constituent Union will be determined based on the successful candidate, once identified.

This is a designated position. The successful candidate must self-identify as a member of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities.

About You

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

• Baccalaureate degree from a health discipline/health-related science in Nursing, Public Health, Healthcare Administration, Social Work, Occupational Therapy
• Current registration with professional association if applicable
• Leadership Development Education an asset or a willingness to complete
• Adult Education Program an asset or willingness to complete
• 3 Years of related experience required
• In-depth knowledge of 2SLGBTQIA+ health topics/issues required
• Preferred experience as a facilitator, with curriculum design, educational module development
• Exceptional communication and facilitation skills
• Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred

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

Hours

• Long Assignment, Full-time position; 75 hours bi-weekly
• Beginning as soon as possible with a duration of September 18, 2026
• Dates are subject to change
• Shifts may include evenings, weekends and holidays
• Location will be determined based on the successful candidate

Compensation and Benefits

$38.43 - $49.74 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.

Once You\'ve Applied

Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

This is a Healthcare bargaining unit position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions. Employees are encouraged to view their seniority hours and dates in their SuccessFactors online profile. Successful applicants changing unions, bargaining units, or employment status are advised to seek clarification regarding their seniority, benefits, and vacation entitlement and/or usage prior to accepting the position.

Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.