Health Educator Staff

Job summary

The Health Educator is responsible for assessing, coordinating, and delivering oral health prevention and promotion activities to diverse community groups. They provide consultation and information while working as part of a multi-disciplinary primary health care team.

Job details

Position #: 161862 Expected Start Date: October 19, 2026 Union: HSAS Facility: Weyburn Community Health Services Building City/Town: Weyburn Department: Dental Program Type: Full-time temporary Expected Up to Date: December 31, 2027 FTE: 1 Shift Information: Days Number of Hours per Rotation: 224 hours per 6 weeks Relief: No Float: No Hours of Work: Standard Hours Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Health Educator - Staff $36.518 to $44.655 Travel Required: Yes Job Description: The Health Educator - Staff, reporting to the Manager, is responsible for assessing, coordinating, and delivering oral health prevention and promotion activities in the community. The Health Educator - Staff provides programs to children, pre-postnatal groups, senior populations, and others with all abilities. This position is an integral part of the Primary Health Care umbrella and works to promote oral health and provide consultation and information to communities, individuals, and others in the community. Human Resources Exemption: No Education * Graduate from a recognized Dental Therapy program Licenses * Valid Class 5 driver's license Other Education and Training * Graduate from a recognized Dental Hygienist program is also acceptable Competencies * Presentation skills * Verbal communication skills * Time management skills * Written Communication Skills * Facilitation skills * Computer skills Knowledge and Abilities * Ability to operate audio/visual equipment (Proxima & Powerpoint) * Strong interpersonal skills to work effectively with clients & Stakeholders * Knowledge of current scientific info/research/best practice in oral health * Ability to work independently and as a member of a multi-disciplinary team * Knowledge of provincial health and education programs * Ability to interact in a positive and culturally appropriate manner * Ability to conduct client assessments and engage in effective treatment planning * Ability to diagnose dental decay/abscesses and identify oral abnormalities * Establish and maintain good interpersonal relationships * Able to research, develop, & deliver health presentations to a variety of groups * Knowledge of population health approach to health promotion/prevention Other Information * Travel required * Registered/eligible for registration with the appropriate licensing body The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is the largest employer in Saskatchewan, employing more than 45,000 staff in a dynamic healthcare environment. The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is committed to providing coordinated quality services that are seamless, safe and patient-centred. Applicants must upload all relevant documents (ex: certificates, diplomas, proof of enrollment, licenses and/or memberships) relating to the qualifications of the position. By submitting your application, you consent to your application history and talent profile being shared with Human Resources and the applicable hiring team. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Those being interviewed are required to bring a valid Criminal Record Check (CRC) to the interview; it must be dated within six (6) months and include a vulnerable sector search. > We work together to improve our health and well-being. Every day. For > everyone. > We are committed to building a representative, diverse, inclusive, and > culturally responsive workforce. > We are committed to the Truth and Reconciliation Commissions Calls to Action. > We work in the spirit of truth and reconciliation, acknowledging Saskatchewan > as the traditional territory of First Nations and Métis People. Please note: Only applications that include all required documentation will be considered.

What you’ll do

The Health Educator is responsible for assessing, coordinating, and delivering oral health prevention and promotion activities to diverse community groups. They provide consultation and information while working as part of a multi-disciplinary primary health care team.

Requirements

Candidates must be graduates of a recognized Dental Therapy or Dental Hygienist program and hold a valid Class 5 driver's license. Applicants are also required to provide a criminal record check including a vulnerable sector search.

Listed skills

• Time management · Preferred
• written communication · Preferred
• interpersonal skills · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Oral health promotion
• Community health assessment
• Dental hygiene
• Dental therapy
• Presentation skills
• Verbal communication
• Written communication
• Facilitation skills
• Time management
• Client assessment
• Treatment planning
• Interpersonal skills
• Research
• Multi-disciplinary teamwork
• Audio/visual equipment operation
• Computer skills
• Oral Health
• Dental Hygiene
• Dental Therapy
• Treatment Planning
• Valid Driver's License
• Cultural Responsiveness
• Abscesses
• Reconciliation
• Communication
• Community Health
• Computer Literacy
• Health Education
• Health Promotion
• Interpersonal Communications
• Population Health
• Microsoft PowerPoint
• Presentations
• Primary Health Care
• Time Management
• Verbal Communication Skills
• Coordinating

Job areas

• Healthcare
• Education
• Social Services
• Government & Public Sector
• Health Educator
• Health Educator (General)
• Community Health Workers
• Health Education Specialists

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