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About this role
Be part of something that matters! Join a team that connects international students with compassionate and caring families in Canada, creating enriching cultural experiences for both students and host
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The Canada Homestay Network Society is a family-run, non-profit society, that has helped tens of thousands of students find a home away from home in Canada. We connect international students with compassionate and caring families in Canada, creating enriching cultural experiences for both students and host families for the past 30 years.
Be part of something that matters! Join a team that connects international students with compassionate and caring families in Canada, creating enriching cultural experiences for both students and host families.
About the Host Ambassador position
Reporting to the Host Capacity Lead, the Host Ambassador is primarily responsible for qualifying new and existing host families that meet Canada Homestays standard of care.
This is a permanent full-time position (up to 40 hours per week), compensated with an hourly wage between $20-$23.
Our Interview/Home Visit and Revisit Compensation Policy applies for the interview and host file completion.
This is a hybrid role with in-person work in the Simcoe County - Barrie region and surrounding areas. This role will also virtually provide support nationally to hosts across the country.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct in-person interviews/visits (for new hosts) and revisits (for existing hosts) at their homes to ensure the rooms and family environment meet the required standards to validate the information that was given during the virtual interview;
Email data and supporting documentation (ie. criminal record checks, host agreements, etc.) following all CHN protocols for due diligence and data integrity;
The successful candidate will have
Excellent sales and interpersonal skills with the willingness and ability to promote and sell the CHN Host program;
Positive communication skills including conflict resolution;
Ability to work in a team and maintain and develop relationships with colleagues and their local community;
Working knowledge of utilizing an email client or webmail;
Effective business writing skills, strong problem solving and organizational skills, including attention to detail;
Knowledge of CHN policies and procedures;
Knowledge of international students and their cultures;
This role requires the successful candidate to clear a Criminal Record Check, and vulnerable sector check, to have a full and valid drivers license with a reliable vehicle that has at least 2 million auto insurance liability coverage, a mobile phone for emergency support, a digital camera, and access to high-speed internet.
How to apply
To view the full scope of this role, please consult the complete job description . If you are interested in communicating with cultures from around the world and helping change international students’ lives while in Canada, please apply with your cover letter and resume.
Our recruitment process relies on human review. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to screen, select, or assess candidates.
Company
Canada Homestay Network
Location
Simcoe
Remote status
Hybrid
Salary
CAD20 - CAD23/hour
Employment type
Full-time
Communication
Interviews
Hybrid working
Charity
Pay
20 $CA – 23 $CA / hour
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