Description
The Community Health Centres of Northumberland (CHCN) is a community-centred primary health care facility. With a vision rooted in providing comprehensive primary care services, delivered by an interdisciplinary team of professionals to promote healthy communities, we offer a range of community-based services.
The CHCN has an opening for a Communications Assistant. (Summer Contract)
We are seeking a motivated and creative Communications Assistant to support our organization’s outreach and engagement efforts. This role is ideal for youth interested in digital communications, content creation, health promotion, and community engagement within a non-profit environment. The Communications Assistant will work closely with staff to enhance our online presence, develop compelling promotional materials, and contribute to initiatives that support our mission.
This job will provide exposure to technology and digital skill development, including opportunities to develop introductory artificial intelligence skills.
Key Tasks & Responsibilities
Digital Communications & Website Management
- Update and maintain website content including news, events, program information, and resources.
- Assist with implementing accessibility and design improvements as needed.
Social Media Management
- Create, schedule, and publish posts across social media platforms (e.g., Instagram, Facebook).
- Support the development of social media campaigns aligned with organizational goals.
Content Creation
- Write and edit content for e-newsletter, website pages, and marketing materials.
- Produce visual content such as graphics, posters, and short videos using tools like Canva or Adobe Creative Suite.
- Conduct basic research to support accurate, evidence-based content—particularly related to health promotion topics.
- Support the development of promotional material for programs, health promotion initiatives and fundraising events
Promotional Material Development
- Transfer and update brochures, fact sheets, infographics, and other outreach materials into Canva.
- Ensure brand consistency across all communications.
- Assist with campaign planning and execution for events, programs, or awareness initiatives.
Health Promotion Support
- Contribute to the development of educational materials for community health initiatives.
- Support the planning and promotion of health-related campaigns, workshops, and events.
- Help translate health information into clear, accessible messages for diverse audiences.
General Support
- Attend team meetings and contribute creative ideas for outreach strategies.
- Assist with administrative communications tasks as needed.
- Work in collaboration with the Communications Committee and Community Team
Experience
Qualifications:
- Must be between the ages of 15-30 years old
- Experience in social media management and digital content creation, with strong writing, editing, and attention to detail
- Familiarity with Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, or similar design tools
- Strong interpersonal, communication, organizational, and time management skills, with the ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks, and meet deadlines
- Interest in public health, community engagement, or non-profit work, with knowledge of health equity principles (including social determinants of health) and a commitment to inclusive, culturally responsive practices (considered an asset)
- Currently enrolled in (or recent graduate of) Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism, Health Promotion, or a related field (considered an asset)
- Valid Criminal Reference Check with Vulnerable Sector screening (issued within the last 6 months)
Youth who have not completed high school and youth who have not previously been employed are strongly encouraged to apply.
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Salary: $17.60 per hour
Contract/Hours: 8 weeks, 35 hours per week
Anticipated start date: June 8th, 2026
Positions are based upon the receipt of Canada Summer Jobs Funding therefore number of positions, weeks and hours of work may differ from posting.
Interested candidates should send their resumes to crutherford@chcnorthumberland.ca citing “Communications Assistant”. No phone calls please. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Closing date is Tuesday May 12th, 2026 at 5:00 pm.
As part of our ongoing commitment to the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, the Community Health Centres of Northumberland will provide assistance to applicants who request accommodation throughout the recruitment process.
At the CHCN, we value diversity – in backgrounds and in experiences. Healthcare is a universal concern and we invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black, and racialized individuals, as well as people from a diversity of ethnic and cultural origins, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions to help build the future of healthcare and our communities.
Note that the CHCN is a scent free work environment and we ask that you refrain from wearing fragrances and other scented personal care products (i.e. perfumes, deodorants, lotions, hairspray, etc.) while at the Centre.
