Careers

Interested in a career with Huron Perth Public Health? You'll join a dynamic, collaborative, and progressive work environment where you can promote and protect health in our community. 

Current opportunities

Public Health Nurse (temporary full-time) | Job Posting 11-2024

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.

 We have an opening for a temporary full-time (1.00 FTE) PUBLIC HEALTH NURSE on the Infectious Disease Team starting April 2, 2024 and ending March 31, 2025.  The position is based out of the Clinton office.

Education:

  • Baccalaureate degree in Nursing

Abilities:

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Excellent time management and organizational skills
  • Able to work independently and in a team setting
  • Proficient computers skills, including familiarity with Windows, Microsoft office programs and use of the Internet

Infectious Disease Team:

  • Case and Contact Management experience
  • Experience working with Databases (CCM, iPHIS)

Conditions:

  • terms and conditions of employment are in accordance with the relevant ONA, CUPE or OPSEU Collective Agreement
  • obtain and maintain a satisfactory vulnerable sector check and required immunizations in accordance with Board Policy/Collective Agreements including annual influenza and COVID-19 immunizations unless medically contra indicated
  • 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 (flexible may include evenings and weekends)

 Wage:

$36.54 - $49.38

Closing Date: March 29, 2024 at 3:00 pm

 Apply to:

Christina Taylor, Director

                          Please send an email including a resume and cover letter to recruitment@hpph.ca

[Please include posting number 11-2024 in the subject line of your email].                                                                                                     

Posted: March 14, 2024

Regulated Heath Professional or Public Health Inspector (temporary part-time 0.07 FTE) | Job Posting 10-2024

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.

We have a posting for a temporary part-time (0.70 FTE) REGULATED HEALTH PROFESSIONAL or PUBLIC HEALTH INSPECTOR starting April 2, 2024 and ending March 31, 2025.  The position is based out of the Clinton office.

As part of the Huron Perth Infection Prevention and Control Course (IPAC) Hub, this role will support the implementation and evaluation of IPAC programs in congregate care settings and other healthcare organizations within Huron and Perth. The IPAC Hub partners with other satellite IPAC Hubs in the Southwest to develop and deliver educational materials throughout Huron and Perth.

 Responsibilities will include but are not limited to surveillance activities, acting as an expert consultant, developing and delivering education for interdisciplinary healthcare teams, and linking with external agencies across the continuum of care.

 Education:

  • Regulated Health Professional registered with their required College or;
  • Public Health Inspector possessing a Certificate of Public Health Inspection (Canada).
  • Current registration with the Certification Board of Infection Control and Epidemiology is preferred. If no current registration, required to complete during contract and receive certification.
  • Completion of an IPAC endorsed by IPAC Canada is preferred.

 Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Works in the capacity of a consultant to meet the infection prevention and control needs of partner healthcare organizations in conjunction with the Huron Perth and Area – Ontario Health Team (HPA-OHT) IPAC Working Group.
  • Acts as a clinical resource/expert providing consultation to internal and external clients (partner healthcare organizations and their IPAC Leads).
  • Collaborates with other Southwest IPAC Hub Satellite Leads, and IPAC Leads at partner healthcare organizations, to provide infection prevention and control- related education for healthcare workers in Huron Perth to optimize care through integration of best practice.
  • Develops, supports, and facilitates IPAC communities of practice to promote information sharing learning and networking among IPAC leaders within congregate living settings and other partner healthcare organizations.
  • Supports assessments and audits of IPAC programs and practices at partner healthcare organizations and provides recommendations to strengthen those programs.
  • Participates in quality management and risk reduction through the development and implementation of quality audit tools that measure practice against standards.
    • Collects, collates, and analyses infection prevention and control surveillance data and provides recommendations and written reports to healthcare partner IPAC leads, the HPA-OHT IPAC Working Group, management, and staff as required.
    • Monitors and evaluates effectiveness of the IPAC Hub and services through the community.
    • Supports partner healthcare organizations to implement internal and collaborative IPAC surveillance programs.

 Conditions:

  • terms and conditions of employment are in accordance with the relevant ONA, CUPE or OPSEU Collective Agreement
  • obtain and maintain a satisfactory vulnerable sector check and required immunizations in accordance with Board Policy/Collective Agreements including annual influenza and COVID-19 immunizations unless medically contra indicated
  • 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 (flexible may include evenings and weekends)

Wage:

In alignment with relevant Collective Agreement

Closing Date: March 29, 2024 at 3:00 pm

Apply to:

Christina Taylor, Director

Please send an email including a resume and cover letter to recruitment@hpph.ca

[Please include posting number 10-2024 in the subject line of your email].

Posted: March 14, 2024

 

Custodial Staff (Casual) | Job Posting 32-2023

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.

 We currently have openings for Casual Custodial Staff positions at our West Gore (Stratford), Festival Square (Stratford), Clinton and Listowel offices.

Summary:     

Custodial Staff are responsible for ensuring cleanliness and order of the buildings and properties, completing minor repairs to the buildings and equipment and other building and maintenance responsibilities to support the efforts of all staff and programs/services. The incumbent may also assist with Occupational Health and Safety initiatives.

Education:

  • Minimum of Grade 12 education

Skills/Knowledge:

  • Basic knowledge of sanitary practices and their importance
  • Knowledge of Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS)
  • Knowledge of the Occupational Health & Safety Act and other relevant legislation
  • Self-motivated and organized
  • Basic computer skills would be considered an asset
  • Experience with minor repairs and building maintenance
  • Willingness to commute to alternate locations periodically

 Conditions:

  • Ability to lift 40 lbs.
  • terms and conditions of employment are in accordance with CUPE Perth collective agreement
  • obtain and maintain a satisfactory vulnerable sector check
  • immunizations in accordance with Board Policy/collective agreement including annual influenza and 3 (three) doses of a COVID-19 immunization unless medically contra indicated
  • 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:

Core business hours are from 8:30 am – 4:30 pm; Monday to Friday. These positions may work an adjusted schedule of 6:00 am- 2:00 pm or 10:00 am- 6:00 pm with some flexibility including occasional weekends.

 Wage:

$22.79 to $26.15 per hour

Apply to:

Julie Pauli, Director of Corporate Services
Please send an email including a resume and cover letter to: recruitment@hpph.ca
[Please include the posting number 32-2023 in the subject line of your email].

Posted November 17, 2023

Diversity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value workplace diversity. We are committed to hiring the best person for the job. Our employment decisions are made without regard to race, colour, ancestry, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, age, record of offences, marital, relationship, or family status, or disability as set under the Ontario Human Rights Code.