Health Equity Student - Niagara, Canada - Niagara Region

Niagara Region

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Niagara, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Division:

Medical/Administration

About Us:

Serving a diverse urban and rural population of more than 475,000, Niagara Region is focused on building a strong and prosperous Niagara.

Working collaboratively with 12 local area municipalities and numerous community partners, the Region delivers a range of high-quality programs and services to support and advance the well-being of individuals, families and communities within its boundaries.

Nestled between the great lakes of Erie and Ontario, the Niagara peninsula features some of Canada's most fertile agricultural land, the majesty of Niagara Falls and communities that are rich in both history and recreational and cultural opportunities.

Niagara boasts dynamic modern cities, Canada's most developed wine industry, a temperate climate, extraordinary theatre, and some of Ontario's most breathtaking countryside.

An international destination with easy access to its binational U.S.

neighbour New York State, Niagara attracts over 14 million visitors annually, as well as a steady stream of new residents and businesses.

At Niagara Region, we value diversity - in background and experience. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We aspire to hire and grow a workforce reflective of the diverse community we serve. By doing so, we can deliver better programs and services across Niagara.

For the Region's full employee equity statement, Working at Niagara Region - Niagara Region, Ontario.

Please note that effective February 12, 2023 mandatory COVID-19 vaccinations are no longer required as per the Niagara Region's amended COVID-19 Vaccination Policy.

As a result, you will not be required to submit verification of your vaccination status before starting employment with the Niagara Region.

However, the Niagara Region continues to reserve the right to reintroduce vaccination requirements in the future if necessary to respond to changing public health advice and\or government direction.

The Niagara Region continues to strongly encourage everyone to remain up-to-date with vaccinations.

JOB SUMMARY
Niagara Region currently has an opening for a student/intern placement in our Public Health Department. The position is available in January 2024 in the Medical Division.

The selected student/intern will assist with the implementation of the Health Equity Strategic Plan and other Health Equity related initiatives.

The mission of the strategic plan is to maximize everyone's opportunities for health and wellbeing through:

mobilizing data, evidence, and knowledge; delivering programs where people are; collaborating with and enabling partners and stakeholders; and advocating for equitable policies and programs.

The student/intern will assist with conducting literature reviews, environmental scans, analyzing data, writing reports, and engaging within Public Health and in the community.

EDUCATION

Must be enrolled in/returning to fulltime postsecondary studies, or be within one year of graduating postsecondary studies
Master of Public Health coop student preferred

KNOWLEDGE

Knowledge of Social Determinants of Health and Health Equity
Understanding of quantitative and qualitative research methods

SKILLS

Verbal and written communication skills
Public engagement
Ability to work as part of a team, as well as selfdirected and/or with mínimal supervision
Computer skills
Project management
Critical appraisal skills
Time management
Strong quantitative and qualitative analysis skills

Closing Statement:

Uncover the wonder of the Niagara Region and join a team dedicated to meeting tomorrow's challenges TODAY