Public Health Intervention Specialist, Sexual Health

**Location** ------------ Location: Thorold, ON **Temporary Duration** ---------------------- Approximate Duration: 12 to 18 months **Division** ------------ Clinical Services **Important Notices & Amendments** ---------------------------------- As an employer of choice, Niagara Region offers competitive salaries and benefits, a defined benefit pension plan, a corporate wellness centre, access to the Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP), mentorship and training programs, employee recognition programs, and more. In addition, the Region recognizes the value of having flexible work arrangements to support better work-life balance for our employees. Hybrid work arrangements may vary from one employee to another and may also differ in the number of remote workdays. These opportunities remain subject to the alignment of operational needs, business requirements, and customer service expectations. **Job Description** ------------------- **JOB SUMMARY** Reporting to Public Health Managers, the Public Health Intervention Specialist advances evidence-informed and equity-focused public health priorities through the planning, implementation, and evaluation of programs, interventions, and communications. Working collaboratively with internal teams, community partners, and priority populations, this role translates population health data, research, and surveillance into timely, accessible, and culturally relevant actions that strengthen health outcomes across Niagara. It contributes to research and knowledge generation through literature reviews and contributes to program evaluations that measure progress and guide continuous improvement. Through strategic communication, outreach, and professional development, this role fosters inclusive participation and supports sustained, coordinated public health action. **QUALIFICATIONS** EDUCATION * Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Health Sciences, or Social Sciences. * Masters in Public Health, Health Sciences, or Social Sciences is preferred. KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE * Two to three years of related work experience in community-based health promotion or a public health environment. * Demonstrated knowledge of intervention and activity level planning and implementation utilizing evidence-informed public health practices. * Demonstrated knowledge and experience applying the public health core competencies, Health Impact Pyramid, and Social Determinants of Health and Health Equity. * Demonstrated knowledge of current public health issues, procedures and legislation (Ontario Public Health Standards). * Strong knowledge of various health and social services, and issues impacting the health of Niagara residents. * Demonstrated ability to critically assess research for relevance/application to planning. SKILLS * Excellent written and verbal communication skills with demonstrated ability to synthesize complex information for a variety of audiences. * Strong facilitation, project management, partne