Communications and Engagement Coordinator
Communications and Engagement Coordinator
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Job Description
CCHOHT Overview:
The Connected Care Halton Ontario Health Team (CCHOHT) is one of the first OHT teams in the province that is working to implement a new model of organizing and delivering health care that better connects patients and providers in their communities to improve patient outcomes. The Ontario Health Team (OHT) model is part of the Ontario Ministry of Healths (MOH) health system transformation strategy. The CCHOHT is guided by a Collaborative Committee with representatives from Halton Healthcare Halton Region Ontario Health at Home Physicians PFAC and Community Organizations.
*Please note: This position is funded by Ontario Health and will report into the leadership of the Connected Care Halton Ontario Health Team. Halton Healthcare is supporting this recruitment as a partner of the CCHOHT.
This is what youll be doing:
Reporting to the Executive Director Connected Care Ontario Health Team the Communications and Engagement Coordinator is responsible for supporting the CCHOHT and the emerging Primary Care Network (PCN) by guiding communication and engagement activities that improve awareness of the CCHOHT and our focus on increasing attachment and access to primary care teams for 100% of all residents by 2029. Together with our partners the CCHOHT is accountable within Ontario Healths Priorities for all OHTs to improve populationhealth for its attributed patient population residing in Oakville Milton and Halton Hills.
The incumbent will work as a member of the CCHOHT to provide the following:
- Develops internal and external communications through established & new communication channels inclusive of digital print and in person modes.
- Informed by Patient Family and Caregivers and OHT partners organizing in person events within OHT partner locations focused on working with the identified needs of diverse communities to ensure health equity throughout planning and implementation of initiatives.
- Develops regular cascades of communication through updating the CCHOHT website social media channels and print materials inclusive of newsletters and briefing notes.
- Liaises with all CCHOHT partners for ensuring key communications are shared and coordinated across platforms as appropriate.
- Responsible as the first point of contact to respond to inquiries that come forward through the CCHOHT general email inbox/voicemail. Forwards media requests/escalates to the Executive Director as required.
- Supports the development of communication materials for the CCHOHT.
- Supports the Collaborative Committee with meeting materials guest speakers/presentations and action notes.
- Stays up to date on industry trends and makes recommendations for adjustments to communications strategies aligned with guidance from Ontario Health and Comparator OHTs.
- Supports implementation of AODA standards across all CCHOHT communications.
Qualifications :
- Postsecondary degree in Communications/Marketing/Journalism/Public Relations preferred
- Experience working within complex healthcare environments
- 2 years of professional experience (or equivalent) preferred
- Experience with website design and running corporate social media accounts an asset
- Strong writing skills
- High level of creativity
- Ability to think analytically
- Detail oriented accurate and organized
- Proven ability to multitask and meet deadlines
- Excellent judgement related to communications and meaningful engagement across multiple groups
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively as a team member
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Understands the healthcare environment and provincial direction for OHTs
- Ability to work as a team in a professional and respectful manner that embraces diversity of thought.
The ideal candidate embraces patient centered care in a dynamic rapidly changing environment and should be ready to drive change and innovation. We require a person with good communication skills with a clear patient focus with the ability to manage execution and to foster teamwork and cooperation.
*Please note: This position is funded by Ontario Health and will report into the leadership of the Connected Care Halton Ontario Health Team. Halton Healthcare is supporting this recruitment as a partner of the CCHOHT.
Additional Information :
Status: Permanent Fulltime
Hours: Monday to Friday 7.5 hour day shifts (Hours are subject to change based on operational needs).
Hourly Salary: $32.700 $40.920
Date Posted: May 12 2025:
Closing date May 19 2025 at 11:59PM EST
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Halton Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer who is committed to integrating diversity equity and inclusion throughout our operations policies and culture. If you are passionate about what you do motivated by a job well done and as committed to excellence quality and patient satisfaction as we are wed like to hear from you. Please attach your current resume directly to this posting.
We thank all those who apply but only those individuals selected for further consideration will be contacted.
Halton Healthcare is committed to providing accommodations for applicants with disabilities. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code Halton Healthcare will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection process. If you require an accommodation we will work with you to meet your accommodation needs to ensure your equal participation.
All new hires must be fully compliant with our Vaccination Policy as a condition of employment with Halton Healthcare. Successful applicants will be required to provide proof of vaccination or proof of a documented medical exemption as part of the hiring process.
All personal information is collected under the authority of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Fulltime
Employment Type
Full-time
