Health Promotion Officer - Jobs in Guelph, ON

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PROGRAM AREA: Primary HealthEMPLOYMENT STATUS: Contract 9 weeksHOURS/WEEK: 30 hours per weekOur VisionA community without barriers to health and wellbeingOur MissionWe reduce health inequities by providing inter-professional primary health services and community programs, focused on our priority populations, in collaboration with community partners.Our ValuesInnovation, Accountability, Person-Centered, Health Promotion, Excellence, Sustainability, AccessibilityAre you passionate about the Guelph CHCs Vision, Mission and Values and working with our priority populations who are: homeless or at risk of homelessness, low income, newcomers to Canada with language barriers, moderate to severe mental health and/or addiction issues, moderate to severe disabilities, without access to primary care, aboriginal communities, including First Nations, Inuit and Métis, LGBTQ+ populations, other marginalized groups, and vulnerable children and their families experiencing violence, family conflict, social isolation and attachment struggles If you are passionate about Guelph CHCs Vision, Mission, Values and priority populations and meet the below qualifications, we want to hear from you!Eligibility requirementsThis position is partially funded by the Canada Summer Jobs fund. In order to be considered for this job you must:

• be between 15 and 30 years of age at the start of the employment contract;
• be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person to whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act for the duration of the employment; and,
• have a valid Social Insurance Number at the start of employment and be legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with relevant provincial or territorial legislation and regulations

Basic Responsibilities:

• Welcome clients to the Shelldale clinic and complete covid screening as they enter the building
• Update clients electronic medical record data as needed
• Support clients with digital navigation as needed
• Translate Guelph CHC communication materials into plain language
• Creation of online learning modules for volunteer roles
• Stock clinic supplies
• Health promotion program support as needed

Required Qualifications:

• Welcoming and engaging nature
• Sensitivity to and comfortable with Guelph CHCs priority groups
• Empathetic, compassionate and non-judgmental when working with vulnerable populations
• Patient, positive, reliable, good judgment and a genuine interest in the well-being of others
• Knowledge of and commitment to a high degree of confidentiality is essential
• Ability to adhere to Guelph CHCs pandemic policies; re-Screen for covid daily before arriving, fully vaccinated, wear mask for duration of shift, understand importance of and ability to follow hand sanitation guidelines.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Self-motivated and able to work independently
• Research and problem-solving skills
• Ability to use a variety of computer programs and office equipment
• Strong technology skills, excellent digital problem-solving ability and skilled with various electronic platforms
• Health administration or health promotion experience is an asset

If you are interested in this position, please submit a resume and cover letter,outlining how your skills, qualifications and experience meet the position requirements.before 5:00 p.m. on May 20, 2022.Please visit our website at www.guelphchc.ca and apply using the online application tool.We are an equal opportunity employer.We thank, in advance, those who apply, but will contact only those who qualify for interviews.We require that all finalist applicants undergo a Criminal Record Check and/or Vulnerable Sector Screen through their local Police Services Branch prior to start date.Quick Apply

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