COMMUNITY PROGRAMS ASSISTANT

• Program/Team: Community Engagement & Health Promotion
• Shifts: Days, occasional evenings or weekends

The South East Grey Community Health Centre is a non-profit organization committed to providing primary care services and health programs to the residents of Chatsworth, Grey Highlands, Southgate, and West Grey. We are building a healthier South East Grey Community through health promotion, illness prevention & comprehensive, client-centered primary healthcare. Working closely with the Community Engagement & Health Promotion team, the Community Programs Assistant will play a key role in the smooth delivery and access to community-based programming. This position involves working closely with clients, volunteers, and an interdisciplinary health care team to facilitate client and volunteer engagement, produce effective and timely communications, operate programs when needed, and provide general administrative tasks for the programs team. Even if you don’t have all the requirements listed in this position, you may be the right candidate. Apply and tell us what you’d bring to the team!

Program Support: Work with the team to support the implementation and monitoring of health programs, including program promotion, registration, attendance, opening of and operation of programs, as appropriate.

• Administrative Assistance: Scheduling, data entry, maintaining client and program records, developing communication and program materials, assisting in preparing reports, assisting in the collection of program evaluation data, and general administrative support for the Community Engagement Health Promotion team.
• Community Engagement: Coordinate outreach efforts through a variety of mediums, attend community events to promote programs, and liaise with individuals, volunteers, staff, and community partners to implement high-quality, coordinated programs in the community.
• Client Interaction: As a key contact for program questions and registrations, ensure clients have all relevant information to attend programs and provide information/referral to other community services, assisting with timely cancellation communication when needed.
• Collaboration: Work with staff members, volunteers, and community partners to provide staffing coverage for programs as needed.

Volunteer Administration: Support volunteer recruitment, onboarding, appreciation processes, and management of volunteer records with attention to detail and a volunteer-centered approach.

• Post-secondary diploma or degree in a relevant field & 2+ years of experience with program support.
• A deep and abiding commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and anti-racism in all its forms.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; additional languages are an asset.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work well with diverse populations.
• Ability to work independently and self-directed, as well as part of the interdisciplinary team.
• Proven ability to work in several computer and electronic systems including: Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel), Electronic Medical Record, Canva, online meeting and scheduling software, social media tools, etc.
• Strong organizational, multitasking, and prioritization abilities, and time management skills.
• Valid “G” driver’s license, access to a reliable vehicle, and appropriate proof of personal insurance.

South East Grey Community Health Centre is committed to providing high-quality client-centered care by building a respectful and inclusive workforce that reflects the diverse individuals it serves. Applicants who are Aboriginal or a visible minority are encouraged to apply. Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Upon request, accommodations due to a disability are available throughout the selection process. Applications from all qualified individuals are welcomed. We thank you for your interest; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.