Position Title: Health Promoter - African, Caribbean, and Black (ACB) population Employment Status: Full-Time Contract until July 30, 2027 Position Status: This is a Bargaining Unit position. All terms and conditions of the collective bargaining agreement apply. Job Posting Deadline for Internal Candidates: October 16, 2026, at 5:00pm Hours of Work Schedule: 35 hours per week (may requires availability to work evening & occasional weekend hours.) Salary Range: Salary is commensurate on skills and experience, and within the range of $68,465 - $75,512 plus participation in HOOPP Hiring Manager: Manager, Integrated Care & Experience Primary Location: North Oshawa; mobile clinic sites (with flexibility to work/transition to any DCHC locations as required: Pickering & South Oshawa sites). Organization Overview Who We Are: Durham Community Health Centre (DCHC) is a registered charitable organization that provides integrated, accessible, and equitable community-based primary care, wellness services, and health education for Durham community members facing barriers to health and well-being. Who We Serve: DCHC offers equity-focused programs and services for priority populations, including Indigenous peoples, Black communities, 2SLGBTQI+ community members, newcomers to Canada, seniors, and clients without a family doctor. This approach helps community members access both preventive care and care when they are ill. How We Work: Our interprofessional team includes physicians, nurse practitioners, nurses, counsellors, dietitians, outreach workers, medical secretaries, and administrative staff. Together, we place each client at the centre of care and respond to their needs through integrated clinical care, wellness supports, and health education. Why Join Now: This is an exciting time to join DCHC as we advance an energizing path toward greater impact in local health care. Guided by our Strategic Plan, Theory of Change, brand, client stories, and resources, we are diversifying, expanding, and strengthening how we serve the community. by diversifying, expanding, and leveraging our Strategic Plan, Theory of Change, Brand, Client Stories and Resources. Position Overview Reporting to the Manager, Integrated Care & Experience, the Health Promoter - African, Caribbean, and Black (ACB) works internally and externally to understand population health needs and apply health promotion strategies to improve health and reduce health inequities for the African, Caribbean, and Black (ACB) populations. The Health Promoter - ACB works with community partners across multiple levels to take action to create supportive social, economic, and physical environments that protect and promote health. Working as a member of an interdisciplinary team of health professionals, the Health Promoter - ACB works to enhance the health of African, Caribbean, and Black (ACB) populations through educational and prevention strategies, program development, and advocacy and engagement in order to reduce health inequities. The Health Promoter - ACB uses communication and strong facilitation skills to build partnerships to advance the work of system/culture change. The Health Promoter - ACB will use evidence throughout the planning cycle (assessment, development, implementation and evaluation) to build understanding, motivate and inspire action, among colleagues and community partners. Key Responsibilities: 1. Work with community-based groups to identify the health-related needs and capacities of residents in the surrounding community and among priority populations and emerging population needs. 2. Work with staff, partner agencies and community members to establish priority issues and identifies appropriate strategies to respond to these issues. 3. Develop partnerships to support new and ongoing programs and initiatives related to health promotion needs. 4. Facilitate / co-facilitates groups, events and community initiatives. 5. Assist in the development of projects and initiatives that help clients and community to increase control over and to improve their health. 6. Act as a resource for groups and committees on issues related to the priority populations. 7. Help reduce barriers to good health by advocating for affordable, equitable and obtainable services and the development of healthy public policies. 8. Provide educational presentations and workshops for clients and community agencies. 9. Support the advancement of strategic initiatives within the organization with a lens to reduced inequities and increased access to care. 10. Design and carry out needs assessments, focus groups, surveys and program evaluations in collaboration with staff, etc. 11. Assists external groups to carry out approved activities and quality improvement activities. 12. Participate in student and volunteer recruitment and supervision. 13. Ensure regular compilation of client, group and community initiative encounter statistics utilizing electronic client records and other approved electronic systems. Other duties within scope of duties include: 1. Assists, as assigned, in the orientation and training of new staff on the team. 2. Consults regularly with local agencies or community resources concerning resource development and program planning which is pertinent to the clients and/or youth population. 3. Adheres to and applies organization wide policies and practices in support of organizational health, and performances. 4. Adheres to and applies established compliance measures within legislative requirements and equity principles (e.g., AODA, Human Rights Code, and Ontario Employment Standards). 5. Champions and supports Employee Engagement efforts and initiatives. 6. Ensures scope of duties/accountabilities adheres to established Health & Safety program, policies and procedures. 7. Other duties as assigned by the manager and the director. Key Qualifications 1. Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized university in health, social science, adult education, or a related