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Student, Vector-Borne Disease
8 positions
Health Services – Health Protection Division
Overview:
The Region of Peel, the area just west of Toronto that includes Mississauga, Brampton and Caledon, is a dynamic blend of rural/urban cultures, industries and communities. We are one of Ontario’s fastest growing municipalities, delivering a wide range of municipal services to over 1,400,000 residents and a thriving business community and a leader among Ontario municipalities in efficient, effective service delivery – the first government in Canada to achieve the National Quality Institute’s prestigious Canada Awards for Excellence.
If you are a forward-thinking individual, having enrolled in a CIPHI-approved Environmental Health program, striving for excellence and seeking new challenges with an award-winning and progressive organization that values a supportive and respectful environment, teamwork, effective communication, integrity and quality service, consider this attractive temporary opportunity within our Health Protection Division.
Responsibilities:
Reporting to a Team Leader, you will:
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Identify, map and collect data on potential mosquito breeding sites throughout Peel Region using a global positioning system (GPS) mobile application
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Play a key role in the mosquito larvae reduction program through breeding site sampling and managing larvicide treatment referrals
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Assess and record site characteristics of storm water management facilities to inform mosquito larvae surveillance effort throughout the season
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Support larvae and adult mosquito species identification
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Lead adult mosquito traps setup at specified locations and process collected samples for adult mosquito population monitoring
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Support investigations of standing water complaints and potential mosquito breeding sites on public lands
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Monitor tick populations by conducting tick drags and process collected samples for identification and testing
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Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
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1st, 2nd, or 3rd year enrollment in a Public Health and Safety Program (Environmental Health program approved by the Canadian Institute of Public Health Inspectors Board of Certification)
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Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) to interact with the diverse population within Peel
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Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications: MS Word and Excel
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Ability to work independently and in a team environment
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Strong planning and organizational skills to complete surveillance activities within a specified time frame
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Willingness to work some evenings and/or the occasional weekend
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Access to a vehicle and a valid driver’s license (G or G2)
Location: 2 Copper Road, Brampton
Start/end dates: May 25 – September 1, 2023
Hours of work: Monday to Friday 8:30 am – 4:30 pm.
Interview: Our recruitment process will be completed with video conference technology.
As part of the Region’s ongoing commitment to health and safety, there are enhanced Covid-19 specific safety protocols and/or personal protective equipment requirements (e.g. masks, eye protection, etc.) in place to help protect health and safety. The additional requirements are determined based on the nature of the work being carried out.
New employees who commence employment on or after October 1, 2021 are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Being fully vaccinated is determined as the status of having received the full series of approved vaccines (both doses of a two dose vaccine series, one dose of a single dose vaccine series) and any additional doses required and approved by Health Canada and having satisfied the full post vaccination period required to ensure vaccination efficacy. The Region of Peel reserves the right to request proof of vaccination at any time. Acceptable proof includes an Ontario Ministry of Health COVID-19 vaccine receipt which you can obtain through the Provincial portal https://covid19.ontariohealth.ca/, or other government-issued vaccine passport or certification.
The requirement to be fully vaccinated is subject to the Ontario Human Rights Code. If you are not fully vaccinated, a documented medical reason provided by a physician or registered nurse and time period for the medical reason may be accepted.
If this opportunity matches your qualifications and experience, please apply on-line.
The Region of Peel serves more than 1.4 million residents and approximately 173,000 businesses in Brampton, Caledon and Mississauga. We deliver a wide range of resident focused services across the Region.
Our 20-year vision for Peel is “Community for Life.” Our goal is to create a place where everyone enjoys a sense of belonging and has access to the services and opportunities needed to thrive in each stage of their lives. Our 2015-2035 Strategic Plan outlines the work we’re focused on to bring this vision to life.
To learn more about the Region of Peel, explore peelregion.ca.
The Region of Peel is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is respected and valued for their contributions, and where everyone is treated fairly and has opportunity to grow and develop. As one of the most diverse regions in Canada, we are committed to establishing a qualified workforce that is reflective of the population we serve.
The Region of Peel is committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment process, upon request. If you require accommodation please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs. Accessible formats and communication supports are available. Please contact [email protected].
Please be advised, the Region of Peel uses email to communicate with their applicants for open job competitions. It is the applicant’s responsibility to include an updated email address that is checked daily and accepts emails from unknown users. As we send time sensitive correspondence via email (i.e. testing bookings, interview dates), it is imperative that applicants check their email regularly. If we do not hear back from applicants, we will assume that you are no longer interested in the position and your application will be removed from the competition.
System ID: 2023-12431
Position Type and Status: Summer Student
Job Industry (Choose up to 3 industries) (EN): Healthcare and Medical Services
Post End Date: 2/27/2023 11:59 PM
External Company Name: Regional Municipality of Peel
Flexible Work Mode: No
