Overview

**Join our diverse team and be part of our vision. Think big. Channel your creativity. Make a difference. At Peel Region, we can create lasting impact, together.**

Health Promoter - Children's Oral Health

Health Services, Chronic Disease and Injury Prevention

Status: Regular Full Time

Hiring Range: $81,977 - $92,224 per annum (plus comprehensive benefits)

Hours of Work: 35 hours per week, Monday - Friday, 8:30am-4:30pm

Work Mode: Hybrid *see below for more details about this work mode

Location: 7120 Hurontario Street, Mississauga, ON L5W 1N4

Who we are:

The Chronic Disease and Injury Prevention division is seeking a self-directed, persuasive and professional health promoter with experience and skill to plan, promote, develop, implement and evaluate health promotion initiatives, practices and programs for Children’s Oral Health.

The Health

Promoter will contribute to support initiatives aimed at improving oral health outcomes for children, addressing barriers to care and promoting equitable access to oral health programs, services and resources for children living in Peel.

What you will do in this role:

- Plan, support, develop, implement, and evaluate health promotion programs, policies and strategies
- Interpret and analyze information to provide recommendations to supervisor or middle management for policy and/or program development
- Participate in research projects including team, sectional or divisional projects
- Conduct community needs assessments and situational assessments
- Prepare detailed documentation, program reports, briefing notes, scoping reviews, and statistical analyses
- Develop written and visual communication products such as council reports, briefing notes, social media posts, website pages, and presentations
- Use Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools and technologies, such as Microsoft Copilot, to enhance productivity, support evidence-informed work, and improve operational effectiveness
- Develop knowledge translation products for a variety of interest holders (i.e., children/parents, seniors, community partners, and government organizations)
- Develop and maintain cooperative and collaborative relationships with internal and external partners
- Work to facilitate community mobilization and/or strengthen community capacities to act on and improve health issues
- Apply health promotion knowledge and knowledge of public health sciences including population health, social determinants of health, health equity, epidemiology, and applicable legislation
- Ensure that dimensions of diversity, equity, and inclusion are reflected in health promotion planning and programs

What the role requires:

- University degree in a relevant health-related field
- Minimum 1-year related experience in program planning, development, implementation, and evaluation
- Knowledge of and experience with government-funded dental programs available in Ontario is an asset (e.g., Healthy Smiles Ontario, Ontario Seniors Dental Care Program, and Canadian Dental Care Plan)
- Background knowledge and understanding of research methods, policy implementation,



analysis, and critical appraisal including awareness of evidence-informed decision-making
- Knowledge of public health sciences including population health, social determinants of health, epidemiology, and applicable legislation
- Knowledge and demonstrated expertise in using key theoretical models of health promotion
- Knowledge of technical and professional procedures and standards as outlined in the Ontario Public Health Standards and Guidelines for Oral Health.
- Experience with supporting work related to health promotion, oral health would be considered an asset.
- Competence in Windows, Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook, and SharePoint

Skills/Abilities:

- Strong critical thinking skills and ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary team
- Strong analytical skills to interpret and apply data and/or evidence
- Strong understanding of health equity
- Strong political acuity
- Well-developed and proven written and verbal communication skills
- Demonstrated facilitation, writing, communication, partnership/collaboration, project management, planning, problem-solving and organizational skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment managing multiple projects

Perks @ Peel and why you will love working for us:

- Comprehensive Health, Dental, Vision benefit plan including psychological health, effective start date
- Automatic enrolment into OMERS pension plan
- Accrue Vacation on a monthly basis starting at 3 weeks per annum
- 3 Paid personal days and floating holidays
- Flexible hours supporting your wellness and wellbeing
- Annual performance review and merit increases based on performance
- Supportive leadership and a culture of respect and inclusion
- Access to tuition reimbursement and learning and development resources

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 significant 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 include video conference technology.

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If this opportunity matches your qualifications and experience, please apply on-line.

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 [email protected] Please be advised, Peel Region uses email to communicate with applicants for open job competitions and does not use AI technology in any part of the recruitment process. It is the applicant’s responsibility to include an updated email address that is checked daily and accepts emails from unknown users. As we send time sensitive correspondence via email (i.e., testing bookings, interview dates), it is imperative that applicants check their email regularly.

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.

📌 Health Promoter - Children's Oral Health (Mississauga)
🏢 Regional Municipality of Peel
📍 Mississauga