Kirsten Smith
Sydney Mines
Summary
Dedicated and results-driven Health Promoter with a strong background in public health education, community outreach, and behavior change communication. Experienced in designing, implementing, and evaluating health promotion programs aimed at improving community well-being and reducing health disparities.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Youth Housing Support Worker
Cape Breton Community Housing Association
05.2025 - Current
- Assist youth between the ages of 17-25 in finding market-rate rentals within the CBRM.
- Submitting applications for rental subsidies or youth-targeted programming that supports individuals financially, and educating on different programs.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness as well as to prevent housing loss.
- Kept clients engaged in social networks and communities for personal health and growth.
Health Promotion Intern
Halifax Sexual Health Centre
01.2025 - 04.2025
- Research local and recent sexual and reproductive health initiatives and information.
- Communicate and engage with other working health promotion professionals who work within the community to identify initiatives currently in place.
- Assist in public presentations regarding sexual and reproductive health.
- Create social media posts and engage the community through the use of social media for the clinic.
- Engaged members of the public in available resources through friendly and knowledgeable support.
- Helped develop community awareness and outreach programs targeting specific demographics or health issues.
Health Ambassador Student
NS Health
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Research the community and determine the types of health promotion events or interventions that are needed.
- Promoting the YourHealth NS app to the community through events held within the CBRM.
- Public speaking in small and large groups to a variety of different ages.
- Communication between other Health Ambassadors, community organization leaders, and other stakeholders.
- Promoted available resources and connected individuals with services.
- Developed and distributed health education materials to increase awareness and understanding.
Summer Student
CMHA
07.2023 - 08.2023
- Aid in the planning and execution of the social club programs that the CMHA holds Monday through Thursday, planning recreational events and activities to increase the well-being of members.
- Assists in office tasks, organization, and other projects that the CMHA runs.
- Help educate and advocate for the well-being and mental health of others, including members and staff members.
Education
Bachelor of Health Promotion With Honours -
Dalhousie University
Halifax, NS05.2025
Skills
- Suicide Prevention Training - ASIST Course
- Mental Health First Aid
- AFMR 1 – Advanced First Aid/CPR (St John Ambulance)
- WHMIS Certification
- Crisis Intervention Training
- Food Handlers Certification
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Professional Working
Timeline
Youth Housing Support Worker
Cape Breton Community Housing Association
05.2025 - Current
Health Promotion Intern
Halifax Sexual Health Centre
01.2025 - 04.2025
Health Ambassador Student
NS Health
06.2024 - 08.2024
Summer Student
CMHA
07.2023 - 08.2023
Bachelor of Health Promotion With Honours -
Dalhousie University