Position Summary:
Position Summary
As a member of the Inter-professional Primary Care Team (IPCT), the Community Navigator facilitates the coordination of care and support for community clients with the Social Prescribing program. Social Prescribing is a specially structured way of referring people to a range of local, non-clinical services. It complements clinical interventions and seeks to address clients' social needs through community partnerships and collaboration.
The Community Navigator will receive referrals from community organizations including primary care providers and community agencies in order to connect clients with diverse social needs to a range of supports. The individual in this role will: facilitate client connections to services as needed, engage in problem-solving and advocacy, and assist clients in developing strength-based coordinated care plans to address their goals. The Community Navigator will maintain knowledge of local resources and build strong, sustainable relationships with external agencies and partners. They will also maintain electronic client records according to organizational expectations/professional standards. The Community Navigator will be an essential member of the IPCT, who uses collaborative and innovative approaches within the broad determinants of health framework. The Community Navigator’s approach will be evidence based, innovative, and rooted in an anti-oppressive practice.
Requirements:
· Undergraduate degree in a health or social science discipline (Master’s degree preferred).
· 2+ years experience in a health or social service setting.
· Experience working effectively with culturally, economically, and socially diverse clients.
· Familiarity with social/health services and systems in Brantford, Brant, and Norfolk.
· Expertise in working with clients with mental health and addiction concerns.
· Demonstrated ability to work independently and as an effective member of an interdisciplinary team.
· Commitment to working within a client-centred, social determinants of health framework.
· Proficiency in the use of computers and various software programs (experience with electronic medical records is an asset).
Responsibilities and Skills:
· Ability to work with clients to reduce barriers and build skills required to build care plans that include engaging in the community
· Demonstrated knowledge of mental health and concurrent disorders community supports, and harm reduction practices
· Strong communication (verbal and written), organization, and time management skills
· Demonstrated ability in conflict management and interpersonal relations
· Understanding of anti-oppression principles and ability to work effectively with people of various cultural, age and economic backgrounds
· Ability to work collaboratively within and across teams, developing and maintaining positive relationships with service providers
· Ability to work independently and self-directed
· Able to work flexible hours primarily within a 5-day, Monday to Friday work week. Regular evening work 1-2 times per week.
· Able to travel within the Brantford-Brant-Norfolk OHT area
A competitive salary of $34.51 to $41.22/hr and benefits (including HOOPP) are offered.
Employment is conditional upon providing a police vulnerable sector check.
Please send your resume and covering letter to Human Resources at [email protected]
Applications must be submitted by July 1, 2026, 4:30 pm.
Interviews will take place in person on July 9, 2026.
GRCHC appreciates your interest, however, only those invited for an interview will be contacted.
The Grand River Community Health Centre is an equal opportunity employer, committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace. We welcome applications from women, members of racialized groups, visible minorities, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, persons of all sexual orientations, and persons of any gender identity or gender expression.
To ensure there is an equal opportunity during the recruitment and selection process, Grand River Community Health Centre provides accommodation for applicants with disabilities upon request.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $34.51-$41.22 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision care
- Wellness program
Application question(s):
- Do you have an understanding of anti-oppression principles and ability to work effectively with people of various cultural, age and economic backgrounds
- Do you have the ability to work with clients to reduce barriers and build skills required to build care plans that include engaging in the community
Education:
- Bachelor's Degree (required)
Experience:
- working in a health or social service setting : 2 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person
