12 Oct
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Rexdale Community Health Centre
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Etobicoke
12 Oct
Rexdale Community Health Centre
Etobicoke
Rexdale Community Health Centre (RCHC) is a multi-service centre providing primary health care, health promotion and community support services, including settlement and community development activities for families, children, youth, adults and seniors of diverse backgrounds.
The Center is currently seeking Community Ambassadors to support the deliverables for the Local Public Health-funded programs. As a member of the Centre’s interdisciplinary team, the Community Ambassador will perform general outreach duties related to community clinical programs and services.
Rexdale CHC is implementing community-based diabetes and cancer screening education, health promotion, and outreach program, which will involve a stratified strategy focused on the 2SLGBTQ+ Community in the M9V, M9R, and M9W, including youth, seniors, Francophones, and newcomers
Position Summary:
Working closely with the Manager, Local Public Health (LPH) programs and the Health Promotions Team at RCHC, the Community Ambassador will provide culturally specific community outreach, education, and information, and promote awareness and safety regarding diabetes and cancer screening education within the Rexdale community.
Community
Ambassadors will also direct community members to the right services and programs for support, including food security support, access to financial assistance, and access to mental health support. The successful candidate must be fluent in English and Spanish, currently or previously residing in North Etobicoke, and it would be an asset if they are a Person of Colour and/or Newcomer.
Responsibilities and Duties: (but not limited to)
- Share LPH project-related information with community members and local businesses.
- Inform and educate community members on public health measures and promote awareness of diabetes and cancer screening
- Organize information sessions and distribute resources through tabling sessions/events and presentations at local community venues, religious venues, and businesses.
- Dispel culturally specific myths/misinformation through culturally and language-specific education and information sessions.
- Refer community members to appropriate resources and supports within the community.
Qualifications and Skills:
- Demonstrated knowledge, skills, and abilities in social service work or community work
- Fluent in English and Spanish
- College Diploma preferred, but not essential
- Excellent communication and presentation skills to clearly convey information in a manner that engages the audience and helps them understand and retain messaging.
- Must be able to work a variety of shifts, including evenings and weekends, and from a variety of locations within the Rexdale Community
- Demonstrate a strong interest in making an impact in the community through service, leadership, and education.
- Ability to motivate a sometimes unreceptive, uninformed, or misinformed diverse population, including community members,
business owners, and other local agencies, to modify behaviour to increase awareness in diabetes and cancer screening
- A high degree of conflict management to deal effectively with others in challenging situations, using appropriate interpersonal styles and methods to reduce tension or conflict.
- Sensitivity to people from different socio-economic backgrounds with an equity lens.
- Self-directed, self-motivated, with a positive attitude, and able to work independently and as part of a team.
- Ability to prioritize, multitask, and adjust to shifting priorities.
Salary: $20.42 to $24.60 per hour based on experience Hours per week: 35 hours per week
Starting date: ASAP
Closing date for all applicants: October 16, 2026
Vacancy Status: This posting is for an existing vacancy.
Vulnerable Sector Check: An offer of employment for this opportunity will be contingent on the incumbent providing an acceptable Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC).
Use of Artificial Intelligence: Artificial intelligence (AI) may be used to screen, assess, or select applicants at any stage of the hiring process.
Job Type: Full time
Pay: $20.42-$24.60 per hour
Expected hours: 35.0 per week
Application question(s)
- Are you fluent in both English and Spanish (speaking and reading)?
- "Are you able to work a variety of shifts, including evenings and weekends?"
Education:
- DCS / DEC (required)
Experience:
- Public Engagement: 1 year (required)
- Community work: 1 year (required)
- Outreach: 1 year (required)
- Presentation skills: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person
📌 Community Ambassador (English & Spanish) (Etobicoke)
🏢 Rexdale Community Health Centre
📍 Etobicoke