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Public Health Nurse - Substance Use Prevention Team
Health Services, Public Health - Chronic Disease & Injury Prevention
Status: Contract Full-Time (12 months)
Salary Range: $46.00 to $54.59 per hour as per the collective agreement
Work mode: Hybrid * see below for more details about this work mode.
Hours of work: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday (May require evenings, weekends and statutory holidays availability based on operational needs)
Location: 7120 Hurontario Street, Mississauga, ON
Who we are:
At Peel Region, we meet substance use health with compassion. We support people at every stage of their journey through coordinated care and work within systems to foster dignity, connection and well-being. By focusing on the social and environmental factors that influence substance use health, we aim to reduce substance-related harms before they happen.
What you will do in this role:
- Applies knowledge regarding concepts of population health status, inequities in health, determinants of health, and strategies for health protection and promotion to guide practice
- Applies public health and nursing sciences to practice and synthesize knowledge from a broad range of theories, models and frameworks
- Provides health information, teaching and counselling to individuals, groups, families, and communities
- Uses a holistic approach to assess the health status of clients, recognizes that a health issue or concern exists, and considers the impact of the determinants of health
- Recognizes patterns and trends in epidemiological data and service delivery
- Identifies relevant and appropriate sources of information including community assets, resources and values in collaboration with individuals, families, groups and communities
- Identifies and analyzes how clients' culture, attitudes, beliefs and feelings about health influences health behaviours and interventions
- Establishes mutually determined goals with clients, including outcome indicators and evaluative measures
- Supports clients to identify risks to health and make informed choices about protective, preventative and health promoting measures
- Facilitates client engagement in identifying and defining health issues using community development and community assessment skills
- Participates in the planning, development, implementation and evaluation of community wide and site-specific public health strategies using an Evidence Informed Decision-Making process and the identified health needs of the client
- Advocates for and contributes to the development of healthy public policy
- Collaborates with partners to identify and address public health issues and service gaps to achieve improved health outcomes
- Develops, fosters and facilitates intersectoral partnerships and networks using team building, negotiation, conflict management and group facilitation
- Acts as a change agent to impact the determinants of health and improve health outcomes
- Engages clients to identify assets, strengths and available resources, to take action to address health inequities, needs, deficits and gaps
- Promotes equitable access to health and related services and collaborates with communities on social justice related issues
- Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through opportunities for learning, modeling inclusive behaviours and proactively managing bias
- Integrates an understanding of diversity, equity and inclusion to inform program planning and approaches to service delivery
- Communicates clearly and effectively using non-stigmatizing, equitable and inclusive language in verbal, written and inter-personal interactions to establish and maintain skilled relationships with clients, internal and external partners
- Demonstrates the ability to navigate challenging interactions using empathy, active listening and conflict resolution skills
- Communicates knowledgably about Peel Region services, public health programs and other community resources
- Utilizes tools to reduce barriers to communication
- Mentors and orients students, new staff and colleagues
- Participates in workgroups, research and quality assurance initiatives to improve program or service delivery
- Builds capacity by sharing knowledge, tools, expertise and experience
- Supports change management and workplace culture initiatives
- Engages in reflective practice and demonstrates self-direction in learning
- Identifies and participates in professional practice development activities
- Demonstrates professionalism in multiple practice settings
- Adheres to public health and nursing ethical standards and principles
- Fulfills legal and professional obligations and responsibilities in accordance with relevant legislation and employer policies, procedures and medical directives
- Acts as an ambassador for The Region of Peel, Public Health Services and Public Health Nursing
- Performs other duties as assigned which support the organizational goals
- Participates in emergency preparedness, planning and training for assigned roles within the Region of Peel or direction from the Province of Ontario
- Responds to public health emergencies, significant events and incidents as required by the Health Protection and Promotion Act and Emergency Standards
What the role requires:
- Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing or equivalent as recognized by a Canadian University
- Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse by the College of Nurses of Ontario
- Previous nursing experience, or public /community health nursing experience, or public health consolidation placement as part of a BScN degree is required
- Current certification in CPR (BLS)
Skills/Abilities:
- Understanding of Peel’s diverse community and associated health impacts
- Ability to provide non-stigmatizing, equitable and inclusive care
- Ability to establish and maintain collaborative working relationships with internal and external partners
- Demonstrated excellent interpersonal and customer service skills with ability to act appropriately in situations requiring diplomacy and confidentiality
- Relevant advocacy, negotiation, conflict management, and de-escalation skills
- Ability to work effectively independently, as part of a team and participate in project work
- Demonstrated skills related to assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation (individual and Program level)
- Experience with use of various forms of evidence to guide work (e.g. use of health status data, critical appraisal of research evidence, analysis of guidelines)
- Demonstrated critical thinking and problem-solving skills
- Ability to apply appropriate theory and learning principles to practice
- Proficient with mobile and computer systems, applications, and relevant databases
- Effective written and verbal communication skills including presentations, public speaking, and group facilitation (in-person and virtual environments)
- Ability to adapt to changing work environments and contexts, including supporting emergency responses
- Effective organization and time management skills
Other:
- May be required to work flexible hours including weekends, standby (on-call) and/or evening hours
- May be redeployed to nursing work across the Public Health Department as required
- May be required to work in and travel to multiple locations during the workday, whether that be offices, clinics, community settings, home visits etc. and use of a personal vehicle for work-related purposes
- May be required to work in office or community up to 5 days per week
Preferred Divisional Specific Experience & Skills:
- Experience and demonstrated ability to facilitate groups and deliver presentations/workshops to a diverse audience
- Experience in establishing and maintaining partner relationships (e.g. educational institutions, local municipalities, community agencies and organizations)
to develop, implement, and evaluate health promotion programming for a diverse population
- Knowledge and experience in the application of health promotion models, frameworks, theories and tools.
Be bold. Think big. Join us. Work Mode & Job Location: In this role, you’ll benefit from the flexibility of a hybrid work arrangement that prioritizes meaningful in-person connection. A minimum of two days per week on-site is expected, with additional in-person presence as operational needs evolve. This arrangement allows for a blend of in person and hybrid work that adapts to support both organizational priorities and employee flexibility and is subject to change over time.
It's important to note that your off-site work location must be within the province of Ontario. This ensures that we're compliant with all regulations and policies.The Region of Peel offers job based flexible hours of work that allows employees to manage personal and professional responsibilities while at the same time ensures business operational needs and customer service expectations are achieved.
Interview: Our recruitment process will be conducted in-person at our 7120 Hurontario Street, Mississauga location.
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About Us
Peel Region consists of the cities of Brampton and Mississauga, and the town of Caledon. Peel Region delivers essential services to more than 1.5 million residents and approximately 200,000 businesses. We’re working to create a community that is safe, inclusive, and accessible. A place where everyone feels they belong and can access the services they need to thrive throughout each stage of life.
Our workforce is 6,700 strong and since 1974, we’ve been delivering a wide range of resident focused services. Our services include paramedic services, health programs, long-term care and services for seniors, child care support, garbage collection and recycling, waste water and water treatment, road maintenance, financial assistance, and housing support.
Recognized by Canada's Healthy Workplace Month® with the Great Employer Award presented by Excellence Canada, Peel Region is a place where everyone feels they belong. We strive to develop a workplace that values and respects diversity, practices inclusion, recognizes the unique contributions and abilities of all people and facilitates innovative thinking.
At Peel
Region, people come first. Each employee has an important role within our community and when we work together, it’s impactful. We encourage you to join us in delivering essential services and programs to our diverse community. You won't find a better opportunity than Peel Region.
Additional Information
Peel Region is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is respected and valued for their contributions, and where everyone is treated fairly and has opportunity to grow and develop. As one of the most diverse regions in Canada, we are committed to establishing a qualified workforce that is reflective of the population we serve.Peel Region is committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment process, upon request. If you require accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs. Accessible formats and communication supports are available. Please contact
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If we do not hear back from applicants, we will assume that you are no longer interested in the position and your application will be removed from the competition.
📌 Public Health Nurse - Substance Use Prevention Team (Mississauga)
🏢 Regional Municipality of Peel
📍 Mississauga