Somerset West Community Health Centre offers comprehensive health and social services to diverse, underserved populations in Ottawa, emphasizing inclusivity and support for unique community needs.
Ottawa, Ontario
Somerset West Community Health Centre (SWCHC) is a interprofessional agency offering a diverse spectrum of programming, in order to promote optimal health and social well-being among community members. Priority is given to individuals with unique needs, including single parent families, those who are financially insecure, new Canadians, and persons coping with various disabilities. SWCHC welcomes and supports individuals of all gender identities, sexual orientations, ages, and ethnicities. SWCHC serves a large multicultural area in Ottawa’s centre west, including Dalhousie, Hintonburg, Mechanicsville, and West Wellington, with a population of approximately 40,000 persons. Much of the community’s population is made up of new immigrants to Canada, who face many struggles which for many include a lack of English language skills.
Hybrid · Ottawa
The coordinator will manage the implementation of the Capacity Building Pilot by facilitating workshops, coaching, and peer-learning opportunities for participating organizations. They will also provide administrative support, monitor project deliverables, and maintain effective communication with project partners and stakeholders.
On-site · Ottawa
The Clinic Nurse provides coordinated care as part of an interdisciplinary team, performing nursing assessments, triage, and clinical procedures. They are also responsible for administering treatments, providing client education, and advocating for patients within the community health center.
On-site · Ottawa
The Harm Reduction Peer Worker conducts assertive outreach to support people who use drugs and manages the distribution of harm reduction supplies. They also maintain accurate records of outreach activities and provide health education to improve client outcomes.
On-site
Career Opportunity Position Title: Harm Reduction Peer Worker PHAC (HRPW) Classification: Support Worker Job Type: Term 0.6FTE(21hs/week) until March 31, 2027 Department: Community Engagement Reporting to: Manager, Community Engagement Compensation: $22.71/hr to $27.39/hr plus a comprehensive compensation benefit package Deadline to apply: July 17, 2026 by 5:00pm _______________________________________________________ About us We are Somerset West Community Health Centre (SWCHC), a non-profit, community-governed organization that serves over 18,000 clients annually. Established in 1978, SWCH…
On-site
Career Opportunity Position Title: Program Assistant – Children and Youth Job Type: Term (September 1, 2026 – June 30, 2027), 15–17.5 hours per week (Monday to Friday, 2:30–6:00 p.m., 2:45–6:15 p.m., or 3:00–6:00 p.m.) Direction: Family & Community Services Location: In person at various locations Reporting to: Manager of Children and Youth Services Compensation: $21.43 / H Deadline to apply: July 10 , 2026, by 5:00am _________________________________________________________________________________________ About us We are Somerset West Community Health Centre (SWCHC), a non-profit, community…
Hybrid
Position Title: Client Support Agent Classification: Receptionist Department: Integrated Health Services Reporting to: Program Administrator of Ottawa Language Access (OLA); Manager of Ottawa Newcomer Health Centre (ONHC) Type: TERM Contract Part Time (0.40 FTE) until March 31st, 2027 Pay Band: $21.26 hour to $25.65 per hour Deadline: June 30, 2026 at 5pm. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- About us We are Somerset West Community Health Centre (SWCHC), a non-profit, community-governed organization that serves over 18,000 clients annually. Establishe…