Halton Region is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace that reflects the communities we serve. We value, welcome and respect the unique perspectives and contributions of all individuals. We encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples (First Nation, Métis, Inuit), Black and racialized persons, persons with disabilities, women, and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community. Accommodations are available at any point upon request for candidates participating in the selection process.

Employees of Public Health are expected to provide high quality programs and services including but not limited to sexual health, harm reduction and immunization clinic services by demonstrating respectful, inclusive, non-judgmental values.

As an employer of choice, Halton Region recognizes the many benefits of hybrid work arrangements, including flexibility and improved work-life balance for our employees. This position is eligible for the Hybrid Work Program, with a minimum requirement of four (4) days per week onsite.

Posting ID:

5465

Department:

Health

Division:

Community Health Services

Pay Range:

$58.50 - $71.99

Job Type:

Contract > 1 Year

Contract Duration:

up to 18 months

Hours of Work:

35 hours per week

Work Location:

Sexual Health Clinic (Health@3350) - 3350 Fairview Street, Burlington

Employee Group:

ONA HEALTH

Vacancy Status:

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

Posting Date:

September 4, 2026

Application Deadline:

September 17, 2026

Applicants within the bargaining unit will be provided first consideration.

Job Summary

The nurse practitioner will report to the Manager of Sexual Health. They will provide advanced nursing clinical leadership and work within a multidisciplinary team in fixed and mobile sexual health clinics to address sexual health care to clients with a focus on assessment, diagnosis and treatment of sexually transmitted infections.

Duties & Responsibilities

Provides advanced nursing clinical services to a multi-disciplinary team responsible for providing sexual health clinic services. This includes fixed and mobile clinic sites.
Works in a specialized program to provide counseling and consultation to individuals, families and groups on sexuality, birth control, relationships and the testing, diagnosis and treatment of sexually transmitted diseases including HIV/AIDS, sexual orientation, and needle exchange/harm reduction related issues.
Diagnoses and manages treatment of clients based on history and physical examinations as per the Ontario Nurse Practitioner Standards of Practice.
Participates in health promotion/community development initiatives.
Provides in-service education to staff, agencies, and other community service providers as needed.
Investigates and maintains surveillance of reports of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) as needed in clinical practice.
Participates on Departmental, Divisional, and external committees as needed.
Applies continuous quality improvement practices to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the sexual health clinic processes and operations while improving customer service.
Orients, trains, and manages the learning goals of placement nurse practitioner and nursing students.
Occasionally performs other nurse practitioner core competencies that may be assigned to address gaps in clinical public health programs (e.g., clinical assessment and testing for measles).

Essential

Skills & Qualifications

Registered Nurse with Extended Class in good standing with the Ontario College of Nurses (CNO).
A master's degree in nursing; or completion of a nursing program with additional advanced or extended primary health care nursing education from a recognized university.
Minimum of five (5) years recent experience in a public/community health setting or primary care.
In-depth understanding of medical directives.
Clinical expertise of patients that require sexual health, family planning, healthy sexuality, relationships and gender identity issues, and harm reduction including knowledge of diagnosing, prescribing medications, and creating treatment plans.
Exceptional communication, interpersonal, collaboration and decision-making skills.
Knowledge of health promotion, community development and public health program planning.
Skill in critical appraisal of research studies using evidence informed decision making and research methods.
Ability to work with diverse communities, demonstrating respect, sensitivity, creativity, innovation, cultural understanding, non-judgement, and facilitation skills.
Proficient with computers and a variety of software including MS Office and electronic medical records and databases.
Good team player, flexibility, and willingness to learn new things.

Preferred

Skills and Qualifications Continued

Working knowledge of the Ontario Public Health Standards inclusive of The Infectious Disease Protocol 2022, The Sexual Health and Sexually Transmitted/Blood Born Infections Prevention and Control Protocol 2019, and the Substance Use Prevention and Harm Reduction Guideline 2018.

Working/ Employment Conditions

Working Conditions

Travel within Halton Region will be required; incumbent must supply their own transportation.
Incumbents will be required to drive a regional vehicle to provide mobile sexual health clinic services.
Flexibility in working hours is required.

Employment Conditions

Current (obtained within the past six (6) months), original and acceptable Vulnerable Sector Screening by the first day of employment.
Valid G Driver’s license to drive in Ontario.
Current driver’s abstract by the first day of employment.

Important Information About Your Application

In accordance with requirements in Ontario Regulation 191/11 – Integrated Accessibility Standards and the Ontario Human Rights Code, Halton Region will accommodate the needs of individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please inform the Talent Acquisition representative of the nature of the accommodation(s) you require.
Please submit your application online. We will accommodate individual needs for applicants with disabilities and others who are not able to apply online. If you experience any issues with submitting your application, please contact HR Access at 905-825-6000 extension 7700.
Applications will be accepted until 11:59 p.m. on the deadline date specified on the posting.
We encourage applications from all qualified individuals; however, only those under consideration will be contacted.
Personal information collected through the job application process will only be used for the purpose of determining qualifications for employment.
If selected for an interview, you will be contacted by email and/or phone. Please ensure the contact information provided on your resume is up to date and that you check your email and voicemail regularly.

Halton Region serves more than 650,000 residents throughout Burlington, Halton Hills, Milton and Oakville. We are committed to delivering high quality programs and services that make Halton a great place to live and work. We engage great people who contribute to meaningful work that makes a positive difference in our community. At Halton, you are encouraged to grow and succeed in your career and are recognized for your accomplishments and contributions. As an employee, you will be part of a progressive, service focused and award winning employer with a diverse and inclusive work environment.

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