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Hastings and Prince Edward Public Health
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Life at HPEPH

Do you want to make a positive impact in your community? Are you passionate about helping provide people with information and support that could help improve their quality of life?

If so, Hastings Prince Edward Public Health (HPEPH) might be a great place for you!

Our Team

HPEPH employs around 130 staff, who provide a range of health services through more than twenty different programs. All of our programs use a multidisciplinary team approach. We integrate the unique talents of different professions into dynamic, flexible teams.

We employ:

  • Public Health Nurses
  • Registered Practical Nurses
  • Public Health Inspectors
  • Certified Dental Assistants
  • Registered Dental Hygienists
  • Registered Dietitians
  • Health Promoters
  • Home Visitors
  • Administrative and Support Staff

We offer a competitive salary and rewards package which includes a generous time off package, health, dental and other insurance benefits, and the OMERS pension plan. Staff enjoy a professional environment that includes opportunities to work across teams and participate in learning opportunities. Our CARE values of Collaboration, Advocacy, Respect and Excellence, inspire our work and our commitment to helping improve the quality of life for the people in our communities.

In addition, we support various student placements. Our student placements are attended by first, second, and third year students who are interested in gaining practical experience.

Our Communities

The main HPEPH office is located in Belleville, Ontario.  We also operate three branch offices to serve the communities of North Hastings, Central Hastings, Prince Edward County and Quinte West.

Our service area reaches from the shores of the Bay of Quinte on Lake Ontario, north to Algonquin Park. Our community has the convenience of urban centres, while cottage country can be less than a half hour away. Our region combines Ontario’s best outdoor recreation with city conveniences at a lower cost of living.

Belleville

Living in the Belleville area provides you with the opportunity to never be more than 10 minutes away from home, work or play! Belleville has a full range of public and private schools from elementary to post secondary. French immersion and gifted-student programs are available within the school board systems, as are educational support and assessment programs for children facing learning challenges. Belleville offers a thriving arts and cultural community with something for everyone. Symphony, ballet, theatre, and concert events are just a sample of the culture in the Belleville area (Belleville Chamber of Commerce).

For more information about the Belleville area, check out websites for the the City of Belleville, and Bay of Quinte Tourism.

Trenton

The community of Trenton is part of the municipality of Quinte West and is home to CFB Trenton. Known for its Walleye Fishing and located a short distance from Belleville, Trenton is located on the Bay of Quinte and is the starting point for the Trent-Severn Waterway. Quinte West offers a variety of events, activities and entertainment for the entire family including many natural attractions, military roots, museums and festivals (City of Quinte West).

Prince Edward County

Prince Edward County or “The County” is a short drive from Belleville where you will fall in love with food, nature, art and the community. The County is a cluster of small hamlets and villages (including Picton) known for its wineries, restaurants and shops.  Activities and events all year round and only 1 hour from Kingston, 2 hours from Toronto and 3 hours from Ottawa (Prince Edward County).

Bancroft

Bancroft is located in the heart of Ontario between Toronto and Ottawa. Offering the tranquility of the Canadian Shield combined with the amenities of a modern community, Bancroft sits at the northern tip of Hastings County and at the southern end of Algonquin Park.  With a population of just under 4,000, Bancroft provides many recreational options including parks, lakes and wildlife as well as being home to many artists and a local theatre (Bancroft.ca).

Our Commitment to Mental Health.

HPEPH recognizes that good mental health is vital for a fulfilling life, both at work and at home, and that it is a fundamental element of the resilience that enables people to cope with adversity and reach their full potential. We’re committed to ensuring all employees have access to the information, strategies, and resources they need to look after their mental well-being.

Leaders play a unique role in safeguarding the mental health of employees. In 2024, HPEPH partnered with Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) Ontario’s Your Health Space to roll out a series of psychological health and well-being training sessions for leaders across the organization. These sessions explored the concept of health-oriented leadership; the role of leaders in promoting the psychological health and safety of teams; and the importance of self-care among leaders. Participants were equipped with the information and tools needed to support both their employees and themselves.

Interested?

For more information, check out careers with HPEPH, review our submission guidelines or contact us by email at careers@hpeph.ca.

We welcome those with disabilities. To make arrangements for accommodation in the recruitment process, please indicate this in your submission.

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South East Health Unit

As of Jan. 1, 2025 Hastings Prince Edward Public Health; Kingston, Frontenac and Lennox & Addington Public Health and the Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit will merge to form the South East Health Unit.

Partners and members of the public should continue to engage with their local public health offices as usual until otherwise directed.

Efforts are underway to develop branding for the South East Health Unit, which will take several months. In the meantime, you will see logos and other advertising material with Hastings Prince Edward Public Health branding. You may also see some documents using the legal name South East Health Unit.