Public Health Promoter
Full-time
Huron Perth Public Health (HPPH) is committed to providing people with a healthy, inclusive and accommodating workplace. HPPH is an equal opportunity employer and provides a dynamic and progressive work environment. We welcome and encourage applications from all persons, including those with disabilities. Upon request, we will provide reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities who take part in all aspects of recruitment and selection process in order to ensure that all materials and processes are accessible to persons with disabilities.
Summary:
We have an opening for a full-time (1.00 FTE) PUBLIC HEALTH PROMOTER in the Community and Family Health Department starting immediately. The position will be based from our Clinton or Festival Square (Stratford) office.
Working in a multi-disciplinary setting, Public Health Promoters plan, implement, and evaluate comprehensive public health programs and services using a variety of health promotion strategies.
Education:
- Baccalaureate degree in a health-related field; specialization in health promotion is an asset
Skills:
- Demonstrated skills in programming planning, implementation, and evaluation
- Experience applying comprehensive health promotion strategies within rural communities
- Experience in assessing and developing healthy public policies at various levels (e.g., local, provincial) is an asset
- Good understanding of protective and risk factors in developing upstream public health approaches
- Experience working with a variety of community partners to fulfill public health’s mandate
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Proven ability to work within a multi-disciplinary team
Conditions:
- Terms and conditions of employment are in accordance with the CUPE Collective Agreement
- Successful candidates must obtain and maintain a satisfactory vulnerable sector check
- Immunizations in accordance with Board Policy/Collective Agreements including annual influenza and COVID-19 immunizations unless medically contra indicated
- Successful candidates must possess and maintain a valid Ontario Driver’s License and access to a safe and well-maintained vehicle suitable for carrying out duties on behalf of the employer.
Hours:
- Usually 8:30 am – 4:30 pm; Monday to Friday (may include evenings and weekends)
Wage:
- $37.15 – $43.20 per hour
Closing Date:
- September 24, 2025 at noon
Apply to:
- Janet Jackson, Public Health Manager
- Please send an email including a resume and cover letter to: recruitment@hpph.ca
- Please include the Posting Number 22-2025 in the subject line of your email
Posted: September 10, 2025