Prevention Specialist

REPORTS TO: Director of Health & Community Services

WORK HOURS: 35 hours/week (in-person)

RATE OF PAY: $27 per hour

EMPLOYMENT TERM: 6 months contract with possible renewal

Dixie Bloor Neighbourhood Centre (DBNC)

Dixie Bloor Neighbourhood Centre (DBNC) is a leading, inclusive, and community-inspired organization serving diverse neighbourhoods in Mississauga. We are a trusted agency of choice, responding to evolving community needs through empowerment, strong partnerships, active listening, meaningful engagement, and collaborative leadership.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Statement

DBNC is committed to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion across all areas of our work. We strive to ensure that every individual who engages with DBNC feels valued, respected, and heard. We intentionally create safe, inclusive spaces where people can share their perspectives, learn from one another, and build mutual understanding across cultures, identities, and lived experiences.

Job Summary

The Program Coordinator supports the planning, coordination, delivery, and evaluation of multiple community health initiatives, including the Locally Driven Population Health Model (LDPHM), Preventive Care programs, and Newcomer-Inclusive community projects.

Working closely with the Program Manager, this role provides day-to-day coordination, administrative support, and relationship-building to ensure high-quality, responsive services for community members. The Coordinator plays a key role in supporting staff, volunteers, students, and partners; tracking activities and outcomes; and responding to the evolving needs of participants across projects.

Duties and Responsibilities

Program Coordination & Support

• Support the Program Manager and leadership team in delivering high-quality, community-responsive programs.
• Coordinate project schedules, activities, resources, supplies, and space bookings.
• Monitor project implementation, flag issues, and support timely problem-solving.
• Serve as a point of contact for internal and external stakeholders related to assigned projects.
• Create weekly schedules, assign tasks, and organize program activities and events.

Community & Partner Engagement

• Build and maintain positive working relationships with community agencies, service providers, and local partners across Mississauga.
• Support engagement with priority populations, including newcomers and equity-deserving communities.
• Assist with outreach, communication, and coordination for community events and large-scale initiatives.

Participant & Service Support

• Assist participants and community members in accessing program services and supports.
• Respond to participant needs with sensitivity, professionalism, and a client-centred approach.
• Support orientation sessions, presentations, workshops, and team meetings.

Administration, Data & Reporting

• Track attendance, activities, outputs, and outcomes across projects.
• Collect, maintain, and submit accurate program data and reports in collaboration with the Program Manager.
• Monitor staff and facilitator hours, schedules, and related documentation.
• Provide general administrative support, including documentation, coordination, and follow-up.

Other

• Support planning and dissemination of program information and materials.
• Perform other related duties as assigned to support program and organizational goals.

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in community development, social services, project management, social work, health promotion, office administration, or a related field.
• Minimum two (2) years of experience in a non-profit, community health, or social services setting.
• Experience working with priority or equity-deserving communities, including newcomers.
• Strong client-service orientation, with the ability to respond calmly and effectively in challenging situations.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with demonstrated ability to build trust and collaborate with diverse stakeholders.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience supporting presentations or group sessions.
• Solid problem-solving and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and comfort using data-tracking tools.
• Strong time-management skills and attention to detail.
• Cultural humility and sensitivity to diverse socio-economic and cultural backgrounds.
• Flexibility to work both in-person and virtually, including occasional evenings or weekends within the Peel region.

DBNC thanks all applicants for their interest, only those under consideration will be contacted for interviews. Please be advised that successful incumbent(s) will be required to undergo a vulnerable sector screening as a part of the final step in the hiring process.

DBNC is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. Our goal is to attract, develop and retain highly talented employees from diverse backgrounds, allowing us to benefit from a wide variety of experiences and perspectives. In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, and DBNC Policies, accommodation will be provided at any point throughout the hiring process, provided the candidate makes their accommodation needs known. We welcome applications from all qualified persons.

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