Canada Summer Jobs Positions - Health Information Clerk and Community Worker

FULL TIME, CONTRACT POSITIONS, 35 HOURS PER WEEK
MAY – AUGUST 2026 (PENDING FUNDING)
HOURLY RATE: $17.60

South Riverdale Community Health Centre is a non-profit, multi-service organization that provides primary healthcare, social and community outreach services with an emphasis on health promotion and disease prevention primarily to people of East Toronto. Our mission is to improve the lives of people that face barriers to physical, mental, spiritual and social well-being. We do so by meaningfully engaging our clients and communities, ensuring equitable access to primary health care and delivering quality care through a range of evidence informed programs, services and approaches. As a leader in community health, our locally and internationally recognized community services include cutting-edge primary health services, health promotion, harm reduction, environmental health, community food centre and population-based community programs for marginalized peoples. We value health equity and inclusion and respect in our work and in the delivery of our services.

Pending funding from the Canada Summer Jobs program with Employment and Social Development Canada, SRCHC is looking to fill Health Information Clerk and Community Worker positions, to work onsite.

Candidates must qualify under the Canada Summer Jobs program (see criteria below).

Health Information Clerk Responsibilities:

• Work with staff to plan SRCHC’s annual client engagement survey; lead and promote client engagement survey, conduct interviews with clients; data input and analysis of qualitative data
• Connect with clients via phone, social media, Teams, Zoom, or other virtual platforms
• Engage in-person with clients accessing services
• Collection and analysis of qualitative data and reporting
• Develop presentation on reported findings

Community Worker Responsibilities:

• Assist with community outreach and publicity campaigns including social media, delivery and promotion of summer projects and events
• Support health promoters with client group activities
• Assist community groups in organizing and facilitating health and community projects
• Assist in the development of food access plans and programs, assist in programming focused on food security
• Develop and update promotional materials including information boards, newsletters and flyers
• Support the development and updating of program resources and resource lists
• Assist with client reminder calls, client chart filing and maintenance
• Provide administrative assistance to staff and programs
• Assist in the day-to-day activities of the Health Centre

Qualifications:

Canada Summer Jobs Requirements:

• Be between 15 and 30 years of age at the beginning of the employment period
• Be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person to whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act for the duration of the employment
• Have a valid Social Insurance Number at the start of employment and be legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with relevant provincial or territorial legislation and regulations

Additionally:

• Post-secondary education preferred, in the field of social work, social service, or health-related studies
• Strong research, evaluation and analysis skills (Health Information Clerk position)
• Interest in food security and food access (Community Worker position)
• Proficiency in the use of computer technology and various software applications
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Interest in community health and working with marginalized groups
• Ability to work in a team environment with diverse communities
• Respect for diversity, equity, anti-racism and accessibility with the ability to work collaboratively and positively with others
• Police clearance documentation will be required for employment
• Proof of double COVID-19 vaccination status will be required for employment

These positions are not for existing vacancies.

This posting remains open until positions are filled.

Please email your cover letter and resume, with subject line “955 Summer Position” to:

humanresources@srchc.com

Or by mail to:

The Hiring Committee – 955 Summer Position

South Riverdale Community Health Centre

955 Queen Street East

Toronto, ON M4M 3P3

Please clearly indicate the specific position(s) you are applying for in your cover letter.

No faxes, phone calls, or requests to meet please.

These are non-bargaining unit positions.

SRCHC welcomes applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

SRCHC is an equal opportunity employer. We would like to thank all those that apply but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

SRCHC encourages applicants who are racialized (IBPOC) and/or applicants who face any barriers as a result of systemic discrimination to apply for this position.

SRCHC encourages a scent-free environment. Employees, students, volunteers, and visitors are asked to refrain from wearing fragrances and other scented personal care products (i.e. perfumes, deodorants, lotions, hairspray, etc.) while at the Centre.