Dental Therapist

Important messages

We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please use the Contact information below to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

Assessment accommodation

Please clearly indicate on your application which location you are applying for.

Work environment

Indigenous Services Canada (ISC) has an interesting and unique mandate by playing a role in supporting services and programs in communities such as health, education, economic development, housing, community infrastructure and social support. In the context of reconciliation, ISC supports Aboriginal peoples (First Nations, Inuit and Métis) in their efforts to improve social well-being and economic prosperity to the benefit of all Canadians.

Intent of the process

The intent of this process is to staff one indeterminate position in Halifax, Nova Scotia. This process is anticipatory for the other locations. A pool of qualified candidates will be established and may be used to staff similar positions on a term and/or indeterminate or acting basis.

Positions to be filled: 1

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

Contact information for 3 references.

In order to be considered, your application must clearly explain how you meet the following (essential qualifications)

EDUCATION
Successful completion of an approved program in Dental Therapy from a recognized Canadian institution.

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE
Significant* experience working as a Dental Therapist.

Experience working effectively with First Nations, Inuit, or Métis.

*Significant experience is defined as approximately three (3) years of fulltime
employment in the applicable field of work.

The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job)

English essential

Information on language requirements

KNOWLEDGE
Knowledge of the social determinants of health.
Knowledge of dental treatment and preventive dentistry as it relates to the practice of dental therapy in the First Nation community.
Knowledge of program support activities related to the delivery of an oral health program.
Knowledge of current infection prevention and control practices

ABILITIES
Ability to organize, implement and deliver a community-based oral health program.
Ability to develop and deliver an oral health education and promotion program.
Ability to communicate effectively orally.
Ability to maintain dental records/ documents.
Ability to use, maintain and service dental equipment.

PERSONAL SUITABILITY
Effective Interpersonal Relationships
Initiative
Judgment
Respect for diversity
Teamwork
Dependability
Thoroughness

The following may be applied / assessed at a later date (may be needed for the job)

ORGANIZATIONAL NEEDS
Indigenous Services Canada is committed to ensuring a fair and equitable workforce representation and distribution of women, Aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities and visible minorities reflective of their representation in the Canadian population.

In alignment with the APEP in support of strategically increasing Aboriginal representation in areas having the most impact on program delivery and health outcomes of FNIHB’s target population, selection may / will be limited to candidates self-identifying as belonging to Aboriginal peoples. Aboriginal candidates must use the Affirmation of Aboriginal Affiliation Form (AAAF).

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance

Willing and able to work overtime.
Possession of a valid driver’s license
Willingness to travel including by air, sea, motor vehicles including low level flying and travelling to remote locations.

Other information

The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the Canadians we serve. We promote employment equity and encourage you to indicate if you belong to one of the designated groups when you apply.

Information on employment equity

Please ensure that your email address is on your application for correspondence. Communication for this process will be sent via email. It is the responsibility of the candidate to ensure accurate contact information is provided and updated as required. Candidates who apply to this selection process should include an email address that accepts email from unknown users (some email systems block these types of email.)

All communication relating to this process, including email correspondence and telephone conversations, may be used in the assessment of qualifications.

Your application may be submitted either online or through email. Please use the email address provided under "Contact Information".

Reference checks will be conducted.

Interviews will be conducted.

You must clearly demonstrate in writing, with concrete examples, how you meet each essential experience requirement. Failure to do so may result in your application being rejected.

You must meet all essential qualifications in order to be appointed to the position. Other qualifications may be a deciding factor in choosing the person to be appointed. Some essential and other qualifications will be assessed through your application. It is your responsibility to provide appropriate examples that illustrate how you meet each qualification. Failing to do so could result in your application being rejected.

Candidates invited to an interview will be required to bring proof of their education credentials, in the form of a diploma or official transcript (original documents only).

Candidates must ensure that they are available for any testing or interviews required.

We thank all those who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Proof of education will be required. Candidates with foreign credentials must provide proof of Canadian equivalency. Consult the Canadian Information Centre for International Credentials for further information at http://www.cicic.ca.

Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice.

Preference

Preference will be given to veterans and to Canadian citizens, in that order, with the exception of a job located in Nunavut, where Nunavut Inuit will be appointed first.

Information on the preference to veterans

We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.