Program Manager, Health Promotion

Full job description
Status
Temporary Full-Time
Temporary - Approximate length of assignment, in months
7
Type of Position
a Replacement
Start Date
Immediate
Salary
Annually
Salary Grade
$117,+8+.00 - $138,737.00
Department
York Region -> Community & Health Services -> Public Health -> Medical Officer of Health
Location
Hybrid work opportunities may apply - CA
PH HL & MOH Office - 17150 Yonge Street, - Newmarket, ON L3Y 8V3 CA (Primary)
Job Description (E)
ABOUT US

Almost 1.2 million residents call York Region home, making it one of the largest regions in Canada – and the fastest growing with a population that’s expected to grow to more than 2 million by 2041. Our geography, which is comprised of about 1,800 square kilometers over nine different municipalities, is as beautiful, interesting and diverse as our people. Local government is organized in a two-tier structure and we work together with our local municipalities to provide residents and businesses access to a broad selection of services and resources.


WHAT WE OFFER

Consistently named one of Canada’s Best Employers by Forbes, we offer a collaborative, progressive workplace that takes pride in our organizational culture and is committed to living The 13+ Factors of Psychological Health and Safety in the Workplace – aligned with our vision to create strong, caring and safe communities both within and outside our walls.

Defined Benefit Pension Program - With the Ontario Municipality Employees Retirement System (OMERS) defined benefit pension plan, you can confidently retire knowing that you will have income for life. Eligibility from date of hire as a full-time employee and includes employer-matched contributions.
Employer of Choice - Recognized as the highest-ranking government employer in Canada and fourth overall among 300 organizations.
Benefits and Wellness - Employees and their loved ones have access to an employee health care spending account, access to a 24/7 Employee and Family Assistance Program and corporate discounts and purchase plans for day-to-day products and services. Casual employees are eligible to receive payment in lieu of benefits and/or vacation.
Inclusive and Diverse Workforce - We’re committed to fostering an environment that celebrates all dimensions of diversity and ensures everyone can develop to their full potential, participate freely in society and live with respect, dignity and freedom from discrimination. Our robust Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility program continues to grow, and has been recognized by the United Nations and many other organizations for our leadership.

ABOUT THE ROLE

This position is responsible for the coordination of Public Health initiatives including health promotion, communication and engagement; identifying synergies to promote integrated approaches to services delivered to York Region residents; developing, implementing and evaluating health promotion, communication and marketing campaigns related to the delivery of Public Health services to the public, agencies, community partners, health care professionals and other key partners across the Region; leading Branch wide initiatives; monitoring public health trends and issues specific to the area of focus; and developing and disseminating information to support collaboration and integration of identified synergies in the delivery of services.


WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

Collaborates/works with partners and follows the corporate strategic leadership, planning and direction related to this function to ensure alignment with corporate objectives and direction.
Coordinates and collaborates with public health staff on strategic activities to recommend initiatives to streamline actions to meet priorities related to health promotion activities.
Provides leadership and support to high priority initiatives and coordinates strategic health promotion projects that focus on Branch objectives, with a particular focus on communicating to health care professionals.
Leads the research and analysis on emerging and pertinent health promotion and prevention issues, challenges and trends, prepares recommendations and presents findings, and provides health promotion support to the MOH and the General Manager and CNO, to make informed decisions.
Identifies gaps in communication and health promotion plans and activities; reviews and recommends options.
Develops and implements communication and marketing plans and related initiatives; oversees the creation of branding materials to improve public awareness and recognition of services; works in conjunction with Departmental and Corporate Communications, as required.
Investigates and recommends media communication options and assists management in developing and scoping communication initiatives; promoting collaboration on communication options to present a coordinated communication approach to the public.
Oversees projects related to communication plans, community linkages and outreach to improve awareness and raise the profile of services to residents.
Liaises with internal partners, community partners and other professionals on dissemination of information of health promotion initiatives, materials, and marketing of services in alignment with Corporate and brand standards.
Supports staff with conducting environmental scans to identify community assets; analyses data and information to determine gaps and identify course of action to support policy direction, health promotion program and communication initiatives.
Supervises staff, including recruitment, selection, hiring, scheduling, assigning and monitoring work, determining training and development needs, coaching and mentoring, conducting performance appraisals and determining/recommending disciplinary action up to and including dismissal in accordance with collective agreements, Regional policies and practices.
Performs other duties as assigned, in accordance with Branch and Department objectives.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

Successful completion of a University Degree in Health Promotion, Social/Health Sciences, or related field, or approved equivalent combination of education and experience.
Minimum three (3) years’ experience in a public health or health promotion environment with responsibilities for communication planning, health promotion program planning and evaluation, and minimum one (1) year of direct supervisory experience.
Demonstrated knowledge of population health promotion approach, including social determinants of health, health promotion theories, and health equity.
Demonstrated knowledge of health promotion program planning, implementation, and evaluation, and applicable legislation and industry standards, and current practices.
Demonstrated knowledge of relevant Standards, Acts and Regulations.
Council Approval Date
Scheduled Weekly Hours
35
Scheduled Shifts
Operational Hours
Close Date
April 28, 2025
# of Hires Needed
1
Union
Non Union Staff
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Please apply online by 5:00PM EST of the closing date indicated above. We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted via email.

York Region is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process. We respect, encourage and celebrate our diversity, aiming to build a qualified workforce that reflects the population we serve. Should you require an accommodation under the Human Rights Code during the recruitment and selection process, including accessible formats and communication supports, please email careers@york.ca or call 1-877-464-+675 extension 75506. Accommodations for applicants with disabilities are available upon request during recruitment processes and throughout employment.