Health Educator Staff

Position # : 9014942

Expected Start Date: November 06, 2026

Union: HSAS

Facility: Red Coat Clinic

City/Town: Assiniboia

Department: Primary Care Site - Redcoat Clinic Team

Type: Full-time temporary

Expected Up to Date: November 30, 2027

FTE: 1

Shift Information: Days

Number of Hours per Rotation: 28 shifts of 8 hours per 6 weeks

Relief: No

Float: No

Hours of Work: Field Hours

Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Health Educator - Staff $36.518 to $44.655

Travel Required: Yes

Job description

As a member of the interdisciplinary team and under the directors of the Manager, this position is responsible for the training, implementation, evaluation, and community engagement activities that support chronic disease management initiatives. Working collaboratively with the Primary Health Care team and community partners, the Health Educator assesses client needs and provides education, and group programming. Through a client-centered approach, the Health Educator empowers individuals to achieve their health goals, improve self-management.

Human Resources Exemption: No

Licenses

Valid Class 5 driver's license

Education

Bachelor Degree in a related Health Science or Social Science discipline

Experience

Experience or courses in facilitation, conflict and project mgmnt an asset

Knowledge & Abilities

Excellent organizational skills including the ability to maintain priorities.

Has demonstrated strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Knowledge in health needs of individuals living with COPD and chronic conditions

Knowledge in principles of adult learning

Requires proficiency with a variety of computer applications

Ability to lead, mentor, and support staff in a collaborative team environment

Ability to build and maintain effective relationships/partnerships

Advanced knowledge of diabetes practices and principles.

Demonstrates effective verbal and written communication skills.

Knowledge in chronic disease prevention and management

Ability to work independently and as a member of a team

Adhering to professional code of ethics, practice standards.

Ability to adhere to SHA policy, procedures, and standards of conduct

Other Education & Training

Inhaled Delivery Device Course an asset

Certified Respiratory Educator & Spirometry Training an asset

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is the largest employer in Saskatchewan, employing more than 45,000 staff in a dynamic healthcare environment. The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is committed to providing coordinated quality services that are seamless, safe and patient-centred.