POSITION:                      Health Promoter

DEPARTMENT:                Health

COMPETITION #:             2025-032

LOCATION:                      Timmins

TERM:                             Full-Time

CLOSING DATE:              June 30, 2025 at 4:00pm EST

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the supervision of the Primary Care Manager, the Health Promoter will assess, define, implement, and supervise all health promotion and community engagement activities in the Mushkegowuk region. These activities are aimed towards increasing community knowledge and awareness of indigenous health and health risks, improving current health practices, and promoting healthy lifestyles. The Health Promoter will work closely with our multidisciplinary team to ensure our communities are given the proper tools and knowledge to promote, support and maintain a healthy lifestyle.

REQUIREMENTS

·         Certification in health promotion/ education or equivalent with 3-5 years related experience considered an asset.

·         Bachelor of Science in Health Promotion preferred.

·         Ability to demonstrate initiative and effective problem-solving skills.

·         Excellent interpersonal, communication, and group facilitation skills

·         Effective leadership skills

·         Ability to work both independently and within a team environment.

·         Self-driven with a solution-oriented approach.

·         Sensitivity to the needs of a multi-cultural community and willingness to apply principles of Truth and Reconciliation in the work as a Health Promoter

·         Current certification in Basic Life Support (BLS)

·         Experience working with Indigenous Populations and Indigenous Issues

·         Works in a culturally safe manner and demonstrates the ability to understand and empathize with our patients’ unique needs.

·         Knowledge of the Mushkegowuk history, culture, cultural teachings, protocols, and ceremonies

·         Protect and respect privacy and confidentiality.

·         Willing to travel to the communities we serve.

·         Knowledge of health promotion strategies

·         Experience in program planning and evaluation

·         Strong communication and presentation skills

·         Experience in a medical environment is considered an asset.

·         Cree speaking is considered an asset.

·         Valid driver’s license

·         Satisfactory CPIC and Vulnerable Sectors check

·         Experience with Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

WHY JOIN OUR TEAM

Mushkegowuk Council offers a competitive compensation package, as well as a cohesive work environment and opportunities for development.

ü Health and Dental Benefits

ü Employee and Family Assistance Program

ü Matched Pension Contributions

ü Generous Vacation and Leave Entitlements

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Full vaccination against COVID-19 is mandatory for this position and operation (the Council will however adhere to its duty to accommodate those who are unable to be fully vaccinated for a reason related to a human right protected ground).

HOW TO JOIN OUR TEAM

SUBMIT RESUME AND THREE (3) RECENT WORK REFERENCES with their phone numbers and e-mail addresses, quoting Competition #2025-032 no later than 4:00 PM on June 30, 2025 to:

Human Resources Department

MUSHKEGOWUK COUNCIL

PO Box 370

Moose Factory, ON P0L 1W0                                                  

Resumes can be emailed to: jobs@mushkegowuk.ca or faxed to 705-268-3282

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only selected candidates will be contacted for an interview. If you have any accessibility or special requirements, please let us know and we will do our utmost to accommodate, in accordance with applicable legislation.