Health Promoter, SLGBTQ Communities

internal/external posting

job title:
Health Promoter, 2

SLGBTQ Communities

job  #: CPCBI FT-HPCP 25-0630

department:
Community Programs and Capacity Building Initiatives

reports to:
Senior Manager, Community Programs and Capacity Building Initiatives

salary range: (CS3) $30.17 to $ 38.11 per hour

status: 1 Year Contract (August 2025 to August 2026)

hours: 37.5 hours per week

vacancy: 1

Who we are:

Sherbourne is a leading provider of quality health care and transformative support to people who face social, economic, and other systemic barriers. Our mission is to be a dynamic provider of integrated health services, community programs and capacity-building initiatives that enable people and diverse communities to achieve wellness.

Sherbourne provides innovative health care and social services to the diverse urban population of southeast Toronto. While our doors are open to everyone, we focus on people experiencing homelessness or who are under-housed; 2

SLGBTQ+, and newcomers to Canada. We are funded by the Ministry of Health, Ontario Health, Ministry of Community, Children and Social Services, the City of Toronto and many generous donors and foundations.

about the role:

The Health Promoter plays a key role in enhancing the health and well-being of Sherbourne Health’s priority populations, with a particular focus on 2

SLGBTQ communities. This position is responsible for planning, implementing, and evaluating community-driven health promotion initiatives that address the full spectrum of social determinants of health, including income security, employment, housing, and social inclusion. The Health Promoter supports all aspects of health promotion programming and leads targeted initiatives such as the annual Trans and Non-Binary career fair, employment peer support groups, and career mapping sessions.

They also facilitate cohort-based and drop-in programs that are culturally safe, evidence-informed, and responsive to the diverse needs of the communities Sherbourne serves.

scope of the Mandate:

The Health Promoter will develop and implement targeted health promotion initiatives that are inclusive, evidence-based, and responsive to the specific needs of Sherbourne Health priority population (2

SLGBTQ, newcomer, and Individuals experiencing homelessness). This role includes conducting community situational assessments, coordinating health education activities, and engaging in policy advocacy to address system barriers and promote equity in health and social outcomes.

The Health Promoter will also engage in case management tasks, working collaboratively with service users to conduct assessments, establish clear goals, and coordinate care that considers the full spectrum of social determinants of health, particularly as they relate to employment, education, and access to safe and inclusive workplaces.

Activities will be implemented at individual, community, and policy levels to increase access to equitable health services, reduce social and economic barriers, and support community-led initiatives that foster resilience and well-being. The Health Promoter will leverage research evidence, community feedback, and best practices to guide the development of programs, resources, consultations, and policy briefs.

we believe in work-life balance and offer:

• A competitive salary.
• Membership in Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP).
• Up to four weeks of vacation per year (to start).
• Up to five personal days per year.
• An extended healthcare and dental package.
• Life insurance.
• An employee assistance plan.
• A generous professional development plan: up to $1,300 to be used towards learning activities.
• Up to six fully paid professional development days per year – related to organizational objectives.

Responsibilities and Tasks:

Health Communications / Knowledge Translation

• Develop and disseminate culturally relevant health communication materials tailored to the needs of 2
  
  SLGBTQ communities.
• Translate complex health information and research findings into accessible information that can inform community action and policy advocacy.
• Act as a resource for program inquiries, provide accurate information and connect community members to appropriate…