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Description

Employer Job Number: GO-00582331
Facility: WEYBURN MENTAL HEALTH / PUBLIC HEALTH
Job Description: Reporting to the Regional Manager of Public Health, a Dental Health Coordinator, as part of the public health team, is primarily responsible for assessing the oral health needs of the community.  Under the guidance of the Regional Manager, Public Health and the Medical Health Officer, this position is also responsible for coordinating, planning, implementing and evaluating population based, oral health programs which are directed towards health promotion and disease prevention. As a member of the Dental Health Coordination Working Group of Saskatchewan, the Dental Health Coordinator is also involved in the planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of province-wide oral health programs.
Required Qualifications

Valid Class 5 driver's license
Dental Therapy Diploma
Registered or eligible for registration with the Saskatchewan Dental Therapists Association
Experience
Some related experience which includes experience in health promotion and health education is an asset but not required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Analytical skills
Organizational skills
Ability to work independently and as a member of a multi-disciplinary team
Leadership skills
Knowledge of related tools and equipment
Knowledge of population health
Time management skills
Effective oral and written communication skills
Ability to organize work load demands
Ability to conduct client assessments and engage in effective treatment planning
Knowledge of the relationship between oral health and overall health
Knowledge of current scientific information/research/best practice in oral health and other related health issue
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