Preventative Care Ambassador, LDPHM&WTOHT

Temporary Full Time Position: 35 hours per week

Expected Start Date: October 2025 to March 2026

Salary : $27.50 per hour

Number of positions: 2

Organization Background

LAMP Community Health Centre is a multi-service, community based charitable organization that provides a wide range of programs and services to improve a person's health. LAMP uses a co-ordinated approach to connect people to medical services and other programs that build personal resources. By providing services that improve physical, emotional, social and economic well-being, people can better control their health and environment.

Our organization is grounded in principles of health equity, and we are committed to delivering services and programs through an anti-racism, anti-oppression lens. We strive to create a healthier community by putting people first and addressing systemic barriers to care.

Job Summary

At the heart of our work is an interdisciplinary approach that delivers holistic, community-based care – with a strong focus on individuals who experience barriers to accessing health services. Our team is deeply committed to inclusivity and works within the social determinants of health framework, emphasizing prevention, health promotion, and client education.

In partnership with the West Toronto Ontario Health Team (WTOHT), LAMP Community Health Centre is seeking passionate and community-driven individuals to serve as Preventative Care Ambassadors for the Locally Driven Population Health Models (LDPHM) initiative.

Reporting to the Project Manager, the Preventative Care Ambassador supports health equity and wellness initiatives across West Toronto and Peel. This role involves supporting the implementation of health action care plans, facilitating health promotion activities, supporting targeted programs, and providing system navigation support. The Ambassador works closely with the Community Heath Workers and interdisciplinary teams to engage diverse communities through inclusive, culturally responsive outreach aligned with LAMP’s mission of delivering equitable and quality healthcare.

Primary Responsibilities

• Facilitate health promotion activities and community events
• Support the delivery of targeted programs and services
• Coordinate the implementation of care plans in collaboration with Prevention Care Team Community Health Workers
• Provide navigation support across the healthcare system
• Identify and address barriers to care access
• Foster inclusive, culturally responsive engagement with diverse populations

Required Qualifications

• Post-secondary degree in health sciences, social work, or a related field applicable to community health/community work
• 1–2 years of experience coordinating community-based health programs, events, or workshops
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal), with preference for candidates fluent in Spanish, Russian, Polish, Tibetan, or Mandarin
• Proven ability to collaborate with external partners and multidisciplinary teams on shared initiatives
• Solid understanding of preventative care principles and barriers to healthcare access among marginalized populations
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills to support healthcare navigation and program development.

What We Offer

For qualifying full-time and part-time employees and pro-rated to full time equivalent:

Comprehensive Health & Wellness Coverage

• Extended health and dental: coverage for prescription drugs, vision, health practitioners and more
• Group life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): free, confidential support
• Healthcare discounts via Altum Health for services like massage therapy and physiotherapy
• Free access to Calm (Meditation, sleep stories, self -care tools) and access to employee engagement platform Motivosity
• 4 weeks of vacation to start plus paid sick days
• 11 paid statutory and organizational holidays
• Pension: membership in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)

Growth, Purpose & Community Impact

• Paid orientation, ongoing training, and professional development opportunities
• On-site and e-learning, plus access to course fee support
• Opportunities to serve diverse communities through inclusive, client-centered care
• Collaborative work environment focused on innovation and continuous improvement
• Active involvement in internal/external committees and community partnerships
• A workplace committed to equity, diversity, and removing barriers to accessibility

LAMP Community Health Centre is dedicated to achieving a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community it serves and encourages applications from equity seeking groups. Requests for accommodation due to disability can be made at any stage in the recruitment process.

Please send your resume with a cover letter to Human Resources:

Email Address │

Subject │ Job Opening for: Preventative Care Ambassador, LDPHM&WTOHT

External Deadline │ Open until: 5:00pm Wednesday September 10, 2025

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those selected for interviews will be contacted. No phone calls please.