The Prince Albert Grand Council is now accepting applications for a full time Children’s Oral Health Initiative (COHI) Dental Aide in the community of Hatchet Lake Denesuline Nation. Under the direction and supervision of the PAGC Senior Dental Therapist, the COHI Dental Aide carries out the objectives of the COHI program to children ages 0-7 years old and will play an active role in promoting preventative oral health care to help children establish and maintain healthy teeth and gums.
Prior to performing COHI Dental services, the COHI Dental Aide will be required to successfully complete the COHI training. Recertification will be completed annually.
QUALIFICATIONS:
-Minimum grade 12 Diploma.
-Posses strong verbal and written communication skills.
-Basic computer skills and knowledge (Microsoft office).
-Must posses a valid Driver’s license.
-Must provide a Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector check.
-Ability to speak the Dene language is an asset.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- -Provide chair-side assistance to the Dental Therapist.
- -Assist with sterilization of dental instruments, patient scheduling and record keeping.
- -Book and arrange space for COHI activities, including screenings and sealant applications provided by the oral health professional.
- -Arrange and book appointments with parents/caregivers for COHI services.
- -Obtain authorization of parents/caregivers for COHI services.
- -Apply fluoride varnish according to protocol, following successful completion of a COHI
- -Keep records of activities undertaken during the COHI sessions.
- -Deliver oral health information sessions and respond to questions.
- -Promote the COHI among community members to encourage participation.
- -Distribute oral health information sheets for community use.
- -Undertake one-on-one home visits to discuss oral health issues with parents/caregivers and pregnant women to explain services available and the value of good oral health.
- -Liaise with the community to support oral health prevention services.
- -Promote good oral health habits.
- -Good communication is essential.
Deadline for applications: Friday, July 19th, 2024
Submit COVER LETTER, RESUME, CPIC and THREE (3) WORK RELATED REFERENCE LETTERS/Please include email address (applicants will be contacted through email):
Karen Timmerman, Director of Human Resources
Prince Albert Grand Council
Box 2350
Prince Albert, Saskatchewan S6V 6Z1
Tel: 306-953-7200 Fax: 306-953-1045
Email: personnel@pagc.net
