Facility Type, Location: Warkworth Place LTCH, Warkworth
Outbreak Type (Pathogen): Respiratory (COVID-19)
Dates: Declared – January 17, 2021
Facility Type, Location: Warkworth Place LTCH, Warkworth
Outbreak Type (Pathogen): Respiratory (COVID-19)
Dates: Declared – January 17, 2021
Facility Type, Location: Golden Plough, Cobourg
Outbreak Type (Pathogen): Respiratory (Covid19)
Dates: Declared – Jan 16, 2021
Facility Type, Location: Canadian Centre for Addictions, Port Hope
Outbreak Type (Pathogen): Respiratory (Covid19)
Dates: Declared – Jan 15, 2021
Administrative Assistant – Temporary Full-Time (1-Year Contract)
Competition #0042-20
Position Summary:
The Administrative Assistant (AA) will be an integral member of program team as assigned. The AA will assist program staff with the organization and administration of program activities and provide administrative support in an efficient and courteous manner, ensuring confidentiality at all times.
For full details about the position, please visit our ‘Careers’ section on our website: www.hkpr.on.ca
The successful candidate will have:
Start Date: As soon as possible
Salary Range : CUPE Scale 2019 – $48,503 – $53,243
Location: Lindsay
Accommodations are available, upon request, to support the participation of persons with disabilities in the recruitment process. All recruitment documents are available in alternative format, upon request.
Qualified applicants are invited to send a resume and cover letter by 4:30 p.m. on January 29, 2021 to.
Human Resources
Haliburton, Kawartha, Pine Ridge District Health Unit
200 Rose Glen Road
Port Hope ON L1A 3V6
Tel: 1-866-888-4577 Fax: 905-885-9551
E-mail: jobs@hkpr.on.ca
We would like to thank all applicants in advance and advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
The Administrative Assistant will be an integral member of program team as assigned. Will assist program staff with the organization and administration of program activities and provide administrative support in an efficient and courteous manner, ensuring confidentiality at all times.
May be responsible for any of the following:
May be responsible for any of the following:
May be responsible for any of the following:
Facility Type, Location: Tower of Port Hope, Port Hope
Outbreak Type (Pathogen): Respiratory (Covid-19)
Dates: Declared – Jan 12, 2021
Facility Type, Location: Maplewood LTCH, Brighton
Outbreak Type (Pathogen): Respiratory (COVID-19)
Dates: Declared – Jan 9, 2021
Facility Type, Location: Island Park Retirement Home, Campbellford
Outbreak Type (Pathogen): Respiratory (COVID-19)
Dates: Declared – Jan 9, 2021
Facility Type, Location: Caressant Care McLaughlin, Lindsay
Outbreak Type (Pathogen): Respiratory (COVID-19)
Dates: Declared – Jan 09, 2021
Facility Type, Location: Fenelon Court LTCH, Fenelon Falls
Outbreak Type (Pathogen): Respiratory (COVID-19)
Dates: Declared – January 8, 2021
Facility Type, Location: Hope Street Terrace, LTCH, Port Hope
Outbreak Type (Pathogen): COVID19
Dates: Declared – January 1, 2021
As of 12:01 am on Saturday, Dec. 26, a province-wide lockdown will come into effect for all of Ontario to reduce the spread of COVID-19. The affected area includes the entire HKPR District Health Unit region (which includes Northumberland County, Haliburton County and the City of Kawartha Lakes). Maximum public health measures, widespread closures and revised ways of doing business will now be in effect for the next 28 days. People are also encouraged to stay home as much as possible.
Provisions in the Yellow-Protect category will be put on pause during the province-wide shutdown, as the tougher provincial lockdown measures take effect. Click here for full details on the Province-Wide Shutdown.
As of 12:01 am on Monday, December 7, the HKPR District Health Unit region, which includes Northumberland County, Haliburton County and the City of Kawartha Lakes, will be moved into the Yellow-Protect category. This means strengthened measures are in place to protect against the spread of COVID-19.
Please consult the resources below or read further down this page for further details on how this affects you and your business. If you have further questions, call the Health Unit at 1-866-888-4577 ext. 5020, or email: covid19@hkpr.on.ca
Ontario’s new colour-coded COVID-19 Response Framework places different parts of the province into assigned categories for COVID-19 restrictions. The public health measures can be adjusted, tightened or loosened based on local COVID-19 trends and case counts. The colour code for each area is reviewed weekly by the Ontario Ministry of Health and the local Medical Officer of Health.
Watch this video to learn more from local Medical Officer of Health about the switch to Yellow-Prevent COVID-19 category.
Highest-risk settings remain closed in this colour code, including:
Restrictions in the ‘Yellow-Protect’ category are increased slightly and include targeted enforcement and fines to limit further spread of COVID-19. The following general measures are in place:
Click on the following links for additional support:
Infection Prevention and Control Coordinator
Competition #0033-20
Position Summary:
The Infection Prevention and Control Coordinator (IPACC) is accountable to the Health Protection Division management for providing expertise, and leadership in risk assessment and infection prevention and control (IPAC) practices to internal and external stakeholders using expert knowledge of current evidence, best practice standards and guidelines.
As a member of the Infectious Diseases Team of the Communicable Disease Prevention and Control Department (CDPC), Health Protection Division, the IPACC will also share in the implementation of the assigned requirements of the Infectious Diseases Program Standards of the Ontario Public Health Standards (OPHS) 2018 and related protocols and guidelines including but not limited to the:
Exposure of Emergency Services Workers to Infectious Diseases Protocol
Infection Prevention and Control Protocol
Infection Prevention and Control Practices Complaint Protocol
Infection Prevention and Control Disclosure Protocol
Infectious Diseases Protocol
Institutional/Facility Outbreak Prevention and Control Protocol
Tuberculosis Prevention and Control Protocol
The IPACC provides coordination of infection prevention and control activities across the organization and acts as an IPAC consultant to staff and management, as well as external health care providers in all settings.
The IPACC is expected to work independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team to apply, adapt, choose and/or recommend changes to established methods, procedures, or policies and/or to develop new procedures to complete assigned work. Direction is to be sought when solutions to problems are not apparent and/or are not within the intent of established practices including scope of practice.
The IPACC will be expected to maintain certification in Infection Control and competency in immunization and participate in clinics as required.
The position involves travel and variations of the working day.
The successful candidate will have:
1. Education
2. Experience
3. Other
Start Date: Immediately
Term : 1-Year Contract
Salary Range : ONA 2019 Salary Schedule $78,889 – $87,448
Location: Port Hope
Accommodations are available, upon request, to support the participation of persons with disabilities in the recruitment process. All recruitment documents are available in alternative format, upon request.
Qualified applicants are invited to send a resume and cover letter by 4:30 p.m. on January 29, 2021 to.
Human Resources
Haliburton, Kawartha, Pine Ridge District Health Unit
200 Rose Glen Road
Port Hope ON L1A 3V6
Tel: 1-866-888-4577 Fax: 905-885-9551
E-mail: jobs@hkpr.on.ca
We would like to thank all applicants in advance and advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
The Coordinator is accountable to the Health Protection Division management for providing expertise, and leadership in risk assessment and infection prevention and control (IPAC) practices to internal and external stakeholders using expert knowledge of current evidence, best practice standards and guidelines.
As a member of the Infectious Diseases Team of the Communicable Disease Prevention and Control Department (CDPC), Health Protection Division, the IPACC will also share in the implementation of the assigned requirements of the Infectious Diseases Program Standards of the Ontario Public Health Standards (OPHS) 2018 and related protocols and guidelines including but not limited to the:
Exposure of Emergency Services Workers to Infectious Diseases Protocol
Infection Prevention and Control Protocol
Infection Prevention and Control Practices Complaint Protocol
Infection Prevention and Control Disclosure Protocol
Infectious Diseases Protocol
Institutional/Facility Outbreak Prevention and Control Protocol
Tuberculosis Prevention and Control Protocol
The IPACC provides coordination of infection prevention and control activities across the organization and acts as an IPAC consultant to staff and management, as well as external health care providers in all settings.
The IPACC is expected to work independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team to apply, adapt, choose and/or recommend changes to established methods, procedures or policies and/or to develop new procedures to complete assigned work. Direction is to be sought when solutions to problems are not apparent and/or are not within the intent of established practices including scope of practice.
The IPACC will be expected to maintain certification in Infection Control and competency in immunization and participate in clinics as required.
The position involves travel and variations of the working day.
Public Health Nurse – Health Promotion
Competition #0017-20
Position Summary:
The Public Health Nurse (PHN) is accountable to Division Management for the implementation of the assigned Requirements for programs and services, as per the Ontario Public Health Standards (OPHS) 2018, related protocols and guidelines.
All Registered Nurses employed by HKPRDHU are required to maintain competency in immunization and participate in clinics as required.
The PHN is expected to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team to apply, adapt, choose and/or recommend changes to established methods, procedures or policies and/or to develop new procedures for approval to complete assigned work. The PHN will seek direction when solutions to problems are not apparent and/or are not within the intent of established practices including scope of practice.
1. Education
2. Experience
3. Other
Start Date: Immediately
Term: 12 months with possible extension
Salary Range : ONA Salary 2019 – $76,030 – $83,489
Location: TBD
Accommodations are available, upon request, to support the participation of persons with disabilities in the recruitment process. All recruitment documents are available in alternative format, upon request.
Qualified applicants are invited to send a resume and cover letter to:
Human Resources
Haliburton, Kawartha, Pine Ridge District Health Unit
200 Rose Glen Road
Port Hope ON L1A 3V6
Tel: 1-866-888-4577 Fax: 905-885-9551
E-mail: jobs@hkpr.on.ca
We would like to thank all applicants in advance and advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
The Public Health Nurse (PHN) is accountable to Division Management for the implementation of the assigned Requirements for programs and services, as per the Ontario Public Health Standards (OPHS) 2018, related protocols and guidelines.
All Registered Nurses employed by HKPRDHU are required to maintain competency in immunization and participate in clinics as required.
The PHN is expected to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team to apply, adapt, choose and/or recommend changes to established methods, procedures or policies and/or to develop new procedures for approval to complete assigned work. The PHN will seek direction when solutions to problems are not apparent and/or are not within the intent of established practices including scope of practice.
IMPORTANT NOTE: As of Jan. 12, 2021, the Province has announced a second State of Emergency in Ontario due to rising cases of COVID-19. The Ontario government’s order means people must stay at home except for getting essentials and follow these restrictions and public health measures.
The State of Emergency has the following impact on schools in Ontario:
Schools are running with additional preventive measures in place to protect against COVID-19. The Health Unit is working closely with local school boards and other public health units to ensure a safe return for all students, staff and families.
Click on the following resources for guidance on safe school reopening during COVID-19:
Guidance documents and resources:
Learn how your local school board is working to support a safe return to class:
Testing your child before returning to school is generally not recommended if they do not have COVID-19 symptoms, unless they have been in close contact with someone who has tested positive for COVID-19.
As per the Ministry of Education Guide to Reopening Ontario Schools, all students and staff must self-screen every day using a checklist before arriving at school. If a student or staff member is experiencing any symptoms of COVID-19, they must stay home from school and should seek testing and appropriate medical attention.
If a student or staff member feels sick, or develops symptoms while at school, schools will follow the following protocol:
If your child is symptomatic and has been tested for COVID-19, you and your family, including siblings, should self-monitor for signs and symptoms of COVID-19. You can continue to go to school and/or work if you have no symptoms.
If a COVID-19 positive case is identified in a school, staff from the Health Unit will provide further instructions on who else in the school may need testing and/or monitoring/isolation at that time. Staff/children who are being managed by public health (e.g. confirmed cases of COVID-19, household contacts of cases, etc.) must follow the instructions provided by the HKPR District Health Unit on when they can return to school.
Parents/guardians are not required to report their test results to their school, however it is recommended. Members of your household are required to self-isolate and should not attend work or school. If your child is at school, your child should be picked up immediately. Staff from the HKPR District Health Unit will be in contact with you for assessment and provide further direction.
The Heath Unit will declare an outbreak after identifying two or more lab-confirmed COVID-19 cases in students and/or staff (or other visitors) in a school with an epidemiological link where at least one case could have reasonably acquired their infection in the school (including transportation and before/after school care).
Examples of reasonably having acquired infection in school include:
HKPR District Health Unit staff will work closely with the school to determine close contacts of the case and will provide direction on isolation and facilitate testing.
Click on the following for additional support:
Due to the pandemic, the following services in schools are being impacted:
Check out these resources to help stay safe at school during the pandemic:
IMPORTANT NOTE: As of Jan. 12, 2021, the Province has announced a second State of Emergency in Ontario due to rising cases of COVID-19. The Ontario government’s order means people must stay at home except for getting essentials and follow these restrictions and public health measures.
During the Province’s State of Emergency, all child care centres for non-school aged children will remain open.
Licensed child care centres are now open and operating at full capacity, but under strict protective measures due to COVID-19.
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Child care providers must follow various COVID-19 prevention measures to protect children in their care. These measures include:
For specifics on what is required, child care providers should consult the following resources:
Ontario Government
HKPR District Health Unit
Return to Child Care Protocol for Children with COVID-19 Symptoms
Screening Your Child for COVID-19 Symptoms
The Health Unit is working with local licensed child care centres to ensure they follow proper protocols to protect the safety of children, families and staff during the pandemic. If you have questions or concerns, call the Health Unit at 1-866-888-4577, ext. 5006.
In certain cases, you MUST isolate or quarantine to prevent the spread of COVID-19. This protects you and others from illness, especially those more at risk from COVID-19 such as seniors and people with chronic medical conditions.
Please Note: On December 12, 2020, the Acting local Medical Officer of Health issued the following updated Class Order under Section 22 (5.01.1) under the Health Protection and Promotion Act. This order replaces an original order pertaining to self-isolating due to COVID-19. The updated Class Order is designed to protect the health of local residents by reducing the spread of COVID-19 in Haliburton County, Northumberland County and the City of Kawartha Lakes.
Public health staff will give you further direction on when and how long to isolate or quarantine, depending on your circumstances. In general, you must isolate:
NOTE: The federal government also has mandatory quarantine and isolation orders in effect for travelers to and from Canada. Please click here for full details.
You must remain in isolation or quarantine as directed by public health staff.
In general, you must isolate for:
You must quarantine for:
Please follow specific public health guidance for isolating and quarantining, or call the Health Unit at 1-866-888-4577, ext. 5020 for further direction.
Do not use public transportation, taxis or rideshares.
Do not go to work, school or other public places.
Stay home unless you need to get tested or require emergency medical care.
No visitors unless essential (e.g. care providers)
Stay away from seniors and people with chronic medical conditions (e.g. diabetes, lung problems, immune deficiency).
As much as possible, stay in a separate room away from other people in your home and use a separate bathroom if you have one.
Make sure that shared rooms have good airflow (e.g. open windows).
If these steps are not possible, keep a distance of at least two metres (6 feet) from others at all times.
If you are in a room with other people, keep a distance of at least two metres and wear a mask that covers your nose and mouth.
Other people should wear a mask when they are in the same room as you.
Wash your hands often with soap and water.
Dry your hands with a paper towel, or with your own cloth towel that no one else will share.
Use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer if soap and water are not available.
Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue when you cough or sneeze.
Cough or sneeze into your upper sleeve or elbow, not your hand.
Throw used tissues in a lined wastebasket, and wash your hands. Lining the wastebasket with a plastic bag makes waste disposal safer.
Clean your hands after emptying the wastebasket.
Wear a mask if you must leave your house to see a health care provider or to get tested for COVID-19.
Wear a mask when you are within two metres of other people, or stay in a separate room.
If you do not have a mask, maintain two metres distance from people and cover your cough and sneezes
If you do not develop symptoms after your isolation period is over OR If you no longer have a fever and your symptoms have improved:
If you are still unwell after this period, contact Telehealth or your health care provider for further direction. You can also call the Health Unit at 1-866-888-4577, ext. 5020.
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IMPORTANT NOTE: As of Jan. 12, 2021, the Province has announced a second State of Emergency in Ontario due to rising cases of COVID-19. The Ontario government’s order means people must stay at home except for getting essentials and follow these restrictions and public health measures.
The State of Emergency will affect the way many businesses/workplaces open and operate. Please click here to find out how it will impact you.
Visit the Ontario government website for a full list of sector-specific guidelines for reopening. You can also go to these Ontario health and safety associations for more COVID-19 health and safety advice tailored to your workplace:
You can find and follow updates on COVID-19 in your local community via the following HKPR resources:
If you have questions about COVID-19, you can contact the Health Unit at 1-866-888-4577, ext. 5020, or email at info@hkpr.on.ca