Posted 5 months ago
General Volunteer
@ Carlington Community Health Centre
Ottawa, Ontario
Overview
Carlington Community Health Centre is recruiting general volunteers to support community health, inclusion and social programs. Volunteers help with events, outreach, administrative tasks and peer support, with flexible hours and a commitment to a regular schedule.
Responsibilities:
- Assist with planning and running community events and programs
- Support staff and fellow volunteers with daily operations
- Welcome and assist community members
- Provide administrative support such as data entry and filing
- Support outreach, health promotion and peer support programs
Requirements summary:
- Must be at least 16 years old
- Communicate effectively in English
- Commit to a regular volunteer schedule
- Work collaboratively in a team
- Prior volunteer experience is preferred
Tools & skills
Source and dates
Employer career site / ATS feed · adp
- Employer posting date
- 2026-05-28
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-23
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-05
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Job details
| Seniority | No experience needed |
| Department | Social & community services |
| Experience | 0+ years |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Office, Client sites |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer low |
| Languages | English |
| Perks mentioned | Flexible hours, Wellness |
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Carlington Community Health Centre
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To improve, support and promote the health and well-being of the people and diverse communities we serve!
Full company description
Carlington Community Health Centre helps individuals take control of their personal health, and works to improve the health and wellbeing of our community as a whole. The Centre provides a wide range of health, mental health and addictions services to parents and children, youth and teens, and seniors. We deliver these services through workshops, drops-ins, support groups, community meetings, training, outreach, counselling, and education programs. The Centre also helps Carlington residents resolve problems and advance concerns in the community by providing organizational support and advocacy assistance to local groups and associations.
- LinkedIn followers
- 3,260
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 83
- Reported office locations
- 900 Merivale Rd, Ottawa, Ontario K1Z 5Z8, CA
- Business categories
- Addiction Treatment
- Advocacy
- Child Care
- Elderly
- Health Care
- Mental Health
- Non Profit
- Primary and Urgent Care
- Social Assistance
- Other recorded names
- Carlington Community Health Centre
- Specialties
- Mental Health
- Addictions
- Counselling
- Community Services
- Health Promotion
- Crisis Intake
- Assertive Community Treatment
- Violence Against Women
- Harm Reduction Services
- Primary Health care
- Programs & Services for Seniors
- Primary Care Outreach
- Youth & Teen Services
- Afterschool Programs
- SWAG (Students Will All Graduate)
- Prenatal
- Playgroups
- Annavale Headstart Nursery School
- Family & Parenting Support
- and Breasfeeding/Well Bab Drop-In
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 0
Currency and observation date were not supplied; this is not a current valuation or a funding round.
Carlington Community Health Centre helps individuals take control of their personal health, and works to improve the health and wellbeing of our community as a whole. The Centre provides a wide range of health, mental health and addictions services to parents and children, youth and teens, and seniors. We deliver these services through workshops, drops-ins, support groups, community meetings, training, outreach…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Hospitals and Health Care |
| Company size | 51-200 employees |
| Headquarters | Ottawa, Ontario |
| Organization type | Nonprofit |
| Year founded | 1976 |
| Specialties | Mental HealthAddictionsCounsellingCommunity ServicesHealth PromotionCrisis IntakeAssertive Community TreatmentViolence Against WomenHarm Reduction ServicesPrimary Health care |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 4 |
| View page |
Help build a healthier, more equitable community!
At Carlington CHC, we believe that everyone deserves access to compassionate care and support. We’re looking for volunteers who want to make a meaningful difference in the lives of people in our community — including those who experience barriers such as poverty, homelessness, mental health challenges, or substance use.
As a Volunteer, you’ll contribute to programs and initiatives that promote health, inclusion, and empowerment for individuals and families across our diverse community.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Must be at least 16 years of age or older.
- Ability to communicate effectively in English.
- Willingness to commit to a regular volunteer schedule.
- Basic understanding of community service and volunteerism.
- Ability to follow instructions and work collaboratively in a team environment.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Previous volunteer experience in community or nonprofit settings.
- Additional language skills relevant to the local community.
- Familiarity with basic computer applications such as email and word processing.
- Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
- Ability to adapt to various tasks and work independently when required.
Responsibilities:
- Assist with the planning, setup, coordination, and cleanup of community events, programs, and activities.
- Support staff and fellow volunteers with day-to-day program and operational tasks.
- Welcome and engage with community members by providing information, guidance, and assistance as needed.
- Provide administrative support including data entry, filing, organizing materials, and preparing program resources.
- Participate in orientation, training sessions, and team meetings to remain informed about organizational initiatives and goals.
- Support community outreach and health promotion activities, such as education sessions, wellness initiatives, and food programs.
- Assist with youth, family, and peer support programs in a respectful and inclusive manner.
- Contribute to community-based initiatives that promote health equity, inclusion, and social justice.
Why Volunteer with Us:
- Gain hands-on experience in a non-profit community health setting.
- Learn from dedicated professionals in social services, mental health, and community development.
- Develop meaningful relationships and contribute to positive social change.
- Flexible hours and a welcoming, inclusive environment.
Skills:
The required skills such as effective communication and teamwork are essential for interacting with community members and collaborating with staff and volunteers daily. Organizational skills help manage event logistics and administrative tasks efficiently. Preferred skills like additional language abilities and computer literacy enhance your capacity to serve a broader community and support digital record-keeping. Adaptability and problem-solving skills enable you to handle diverse responsibilities and unexpected challenges during events or daily operations. Together, these skills ensure that you contribute meaningfully to the organization’s goals and provide a positive experience for all.
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