Prevention Specialist

POSITION: Prevention Specialist

REPORTS TO: Community Health Program Manager

WORK HOURS: 35 hours per week (Immediate Start)

RATE OF PAY: $27 per hour

Dixie Bloor Neighbourhood Centre (DBNC) is a leading, inclusive, welcoming, proactive, community-inspired agency. It is the organization that the community chooses because it meets their diverse and changing needs through empowerment, partnerships, active listening, engagement, and leadership.

DEI Statement:

We uphold and advance principles of diversity, equity and inclusion across the organization – every individual that engages with DBNC feels that their diverse perspectives, experiences and cultures are valued. Safe spaces and opportunities are created for all to voice their thoughts respectfully, to learn and develop a deeper understanding of one another.

JOB SUMMARY:

This position entails providing preventive care support to individuals and families in Mississauga, focusing on chronic disease prevention and addressing social determinants of health. We seek a dedicated Prevention Specialist who is committed to strength-based care and passionate about collaborative work to reduce barriers and improve access to community resources and comprehensive healthcare.

 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide preventive care support to individuals and families, including education on chronic disease risk factors and preventive measures
• Conduct comprehensive needs assessments and develop personalized Prevention Plans in collaboration with participants
• Facilitate goal setting and action planning using motivational interviewing and behavior change techniques to encourage healthy behaviors (e.g., healthy eating, physical activity, and smoking cessation)
• Connect participants to relevant community resources and preventive care programs, and support service navigation
• Conduct follow-up sessions (e.g., at 3- or 6-months) to monitor progress on Prevention Plans and adjust as needed
• Collaborate with healthcare providers and community partners to ensure a connected, culturally responsive approach to preventive care
• Educate and support community members on chronic disease prevention, including healthy behaviors and screenings
• Maintain accurate records of Prevention Plans, referrals, and participant progress to support reporting and program evaluation

QUALIFICATIONS:

• University degree in a health-related field (e.g., health promotion, public health) or relevant certification
• Minimum two years of experience in preventive care, community health, or related fields
• Experience with chronic disease prevention and behavior change techniques
• Proficiency in Arabic language is an asset
• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written
• Strong problem-solving abilities and the capacity to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
• Ability to adapt to changes and work collaboratively with diverse teams

DBNC thanks all applicants for their interest, only those under consideration will be contacted for interviews. Please be advised that successful incumbent(s) will be required to undergo a vulnerable sector screening as a part of the final step in the hiring process.

DBNC is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. Our goal is to attract, develop and retain highly talented employees from diverse backgrounds, allowing us to benefit from a wide variety of experiences and perspectives. In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, and DBNC Policies, accommodation will be provided at any point throughout the hiring process, provided the candidate makes their accommodation needs known. We welcome applications from all qualified persons.

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