Health Promoter

Health Promoter

Health Services, Chronic Disease & Injury Prevention   

Status:

• (2) Contract Full Time (Duration: 13 Months) – Active Living
• (1) Contract Full Time (Duration: 13 Months) – Mental Health Promotion

Salary Range: $78,336 - $97,920 per annum + comprehensive benefits

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

Location: 7120 Hurontario Street, Mississauga

Hours of work: 35 hours per week. Monday to Friday. *May require evening, weekend and statutory holidays availability based on operational need*

Empower Communities. Promote Health and Well-being.

At Peel Public Health, we are committed to creating healthier, more resilient communities through impactful health promotion. We’re excited to offer three Health Promoter positions that play vital roles in improving the health and well-being of Peel residents.

Mental Health Promotion Team
Our Mental Health team drives efforts to promote mental well-being and resilience across Peel. We develop innovative programs and policies to support mental health for residents of all ages, working collaboratively with community partners to ensure equity, inclusion, and culturally responsive programs and services.

Active Living Team
The Active Living team leads strategic public health initiatives aimed at increasing physical activity, promoting sleep, and reducing sedentary behavior to improve population health outcomes. Through evidence-informed planning and implementation, the team works to create supportive environments—both physical and social—that enable healthy behaviors across diverse communities. The team’s approach integrates principles of equity and inclusion, ensuring that programs and services are responsive to the cultural and contextual needs of Peel residents.

Your Role & Impact:

• Lead the planning, execution, and evaluation of health programs that enhance and promote positive mental health and active living, sleep and reduce sedentary behaviour.
• Conduct community needs and situational assessments to identify priorities and inform strategies
• Use evidence-informed decision-making, research methods, and critical appraisal to guide program and policy development
• Develop tailored, clear, engaging written and visual communications such as social media content, reports, web pages, and presentations
• Collaborate with internal teams, community partners, and government organizations to advance health initiatives
• Embed principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion in all health promotion activities
• Apply health promotion theory, population health, social determinants of health, epidemiology, and relevant legislation
• Mobilize and empower community-led efforts to improve mental health and active living.
• Develop and evaluate program planning and knowledge translation materials to support health promotion goals.

What You Bring to the Team:

• Education & Experience: University degree in a health-related field, with at least 1 year of relevant experience in health promotion, program planning, or evaluation.
• Public Health Knowledge: Strong grasp of health promotion frameworks, social determinants of health, epidemiology, and Ontario Public Health Standards.
• Research & Analysis Skills: Experience conducting situational assessments, scoping reviews, and evidence-informed decision-making.
• Tech Savvy: Proficient in Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Power Apps, SharePoint), with knowledge of social media and communication tools.
• Communication & Collaboration: Skilled at writing, facilitating, and presenting to diverse audiences, with a track record of building successful partnerships.
• Equity Focus: Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in your work and interactions.

Be bold. Think big. Make an impact. Apply today to help shape the future of public health at the Region of Peel! 

Perks That Make Work Fun (and Your Life Easier)!

At Peel Region, we believe in taking care of you. Here's what you'll enjoy when you join our team:

• Top-Notch Benefits: Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision plan (yes, even psychological health coverage) — starting on your very first day!
• OMERS Pension Plan: Enrolment to help secure your future with peace of mind.
• Vacation Time That Grows: Start with 3 weeks of vacation per year— because work-life balance is important!
• Personal Days Just for You: Enjoy 3 paid personal days and floating holidays to recharge whenever you need.
• Wellness First: Flexible hours to fit your lifestyle and prioritize your health and well-being.
• Performance Pays Off: Annual performance reviews with merit increases — your hard work is recognized and rewarded!
• Supportive, Respectful Culture: Work in an environment where leadership truly cares and inclusivity is celebrated.

We’ve got you covered — because we know happy, healthy people do their best work! 

Work Mode:

In this role, you’ll benefit from a hybrid work arrangement that fosters meaningful in-person connections. 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 remote work to balance organizational priorities and employee flexibility. Please note that this position may require travel throughout the Region of Peel (Mississauga, Brampton, and Caledon) to various community sites based on operational need. 

Note: Your off-site work location must be within the province of Ontario to ensure compliance with regulations and policies.

Interview Process: Our recruitment process will include video conference technology.

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

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.

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 zzg-hrtalentacquisition@peelregion.ca 

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.