Job Opportunity - Injury Prevention Specialist, at Island Health

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Injury Prevention Specialist

Location: Campbell River Public Health - Campbell River, BC V9W 8C6 CA; Comox Valley Public Health Unit - Courtenay, BC V9N 2N7 CA (Primary); Mt. Waddington Region - Port McNeill, BC CA

Travel Requirement: Travel between multiple sites may be required

Salary Range: $44.31 - $63.69

Paid FTE: 1.0

Planned Start Date: March 12, 2024

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In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health) patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

This position leads the implementation of initiatives and collaborations that successfully promote and protect health and prevent injury for the people of the Island Health region, as determined by the Leadership team of the Office of the Chief Medical Health Officer and its partners/stakeholders. The position leads and contributes to reducing the burden caused by injuries in the public.

The Injury Prevention Specialist contributes to safety and injury prevention related activities, including partnership development, stakeholder and community engagement, evaluation, policy development and training. Works collaboratively with team members and community partners to carry out project plans and achieve objectives related to the project(s); as required/appropriate, may be responsible to lead, manage and supervise assigned team members. Most fundamentally, the position is dedicated to coordinating and collaborating with internal and external partners/stakeholders to develop and implement injury prevention initiatives which align with strategic priorities.

Travel may be a requirement of this position. Transportation arrangements must meet the operational requirements of Island Health in accordance with the service assignment and may require the use of a personal vehicle.

Qualifications:

Education, Training and Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree in population health, social sciences with content in injury prevention, health promotion, and/or policy analysis and/or community development.
• Five to seven years recent relevant experience (including experience with program evaluation) with a focus on facilitating integrated approaches to injury prevention, community health promotion or health protection.
• An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.
• Valid BC Driver's License.

Skills and Abilities:

• Applies an equity approach to research, recommendations and work plans.
• Exceptional strength in fostering and developing partnerships and relationships with a broad range of stakeholders.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and proven conflict management skills at an individual and team level.
• Demonstrated analytical problem solving to develop strategic, progressive, and creative solutions.
• Ability to organize work, make decisions, work well under pressure and meet deadlines in an environment subject to constantly changing priorities.
• Strong facilitation, education and knowledge translation skills. Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of stakeholders internally and within the community utilizing a variety of communication methods.
• Integrates pertinent data, best practice and current research evidence to support professional practice decisions and actions.

Additional information for applicants:

The position can be based in Central Vancouver Island or North Vancouver Island and this can be discussed during the recruitment process. Travel is a requirement for the position.

Additional Clauses:

Vaccination Notification: To keep our employees, clients and the communities we serve safe, Island Health is enforcing an employee mandatory vaccination policy which is intended to prevent the transmission of COVID-19. As such, Island Health requires Proof of BC Provincial Immunization Registration as a condition of employment, and any offers of employment are contingent on you providing proof of vaccination prior to commencement of the offered effective date. If an offer of employment is extended, but proof of vaccination is not provided, the offer will be rescinded.

Job posting page: VI Hire - Injury Prevention Specialist - (191809) (hrsmart.com)