HEALTH PROMOTION AND EDUCATION

• Identifies trends or issues related to the health status of priority groups and uses the information in planning and advocacy work.
• Actively participates in the planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of health promotion and education and support programs that are relevant and meaningful to the community served by WellFort at off-site locations, and in collaboration with community partners.
• Provides health information and counselling to individuals and groups through discussion, workshops/presentations, health fair displays, videos and the provision of written materials.
• Acts as a resource to WellFort staff and in partner/community organizations on specific and general issues regarding injury prevention and chronic disease management.
• Promotes and increase awareness of health promotion activities with clients including risk assessment, lifestyle modifications, and assesses readiness for change.

QULAIFICATION, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS:

• Degree in Doctor of Dental Surgery, licensed and in good standing with RCDSO
• Extensive experience in a large dental practice.
• Experience in a community dental clinic or public health environment is an asset.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with clients and staff in a community clinic.
• Strong technical, administrative and interpersonal skills.
• Familiar and comfortable working in a values-based organization.
• Supervisory or leadership experience is an asset, including leading interdisciplinary teams.
• Supervisory or leadership experiences are an asset.
• Leadership and supervisory skills with both individuals and interdisciplinary teams
• Experience working with word processing, spreadsheet and database applications and Abeldent software an asset
• Interest in community health or social services an asset.
• Experience working in a value-based non-profit or social services organization.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team.
• Proficiency in use of computers and various software applications
• Ability to speak languages relevant to the residents of the Peel region an asset.

THIS ROLE WILL PROVIDE CARE WITHIN OUR NEW DENTAL CLINIC, SPECIALIZING IN CARE FOR SENIORS.

WellFort is a non-profit, values-based organization that provides health promotion and prevention programs, primary and oral health care and works with local residents and other agencies to increase community capacity.
The Dentist provides oral health care to their patients, including preventative care and patient education on teeth, gum, and mouth care. The Dentist is responsible for examining the teeth, gums and mouth as well as a performing a variety of dental procedures including, but certainly not limited to, tooth extractions and fillings. The Dentist, who specializes in oral surgery or cosmetic dental care, can perform additional services for their patients, and along with that comes even more responsibility to ensure proper care for their patients.