Host Ambassador, Guelph – ON
- Guelph, ON, Canada
It is a hybrid role with an hourly wage between $20-$22. · Full-time
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- It is a hybrid role with an hourly wage between $20-$22.
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Original job description
Canada Homestay Network
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
Who We Are
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 25 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 Program Lead, the Host Ambassador is primarily responsible for qualifying new and existing host families that meet Canada Homestays standard of care. With a relationship focused approach and a drive for sales, the Host Ambassador will grow the host community within their region. Individuals successful in this role have weekday evenings and weekend availability, strong interpersonal skills, and excellent organizational skills.
This is a permanent full-time (30-40hrs a week) position in the Guelph region and surrounding areas. It is a hybrid role with an hourly wage between $20-$22.
Our Interview/Home Visit and Revisit Compensation Policy applies for the interview and host file completion.
Key Responsibilities
Host Ambassador
How To Apply
For the full scope of responsibilities and requirements, please see the complete job description. If you are interested in communicating with cultures from around the world and helping change international students live while in Canada, please apply with your cover letter and resume.
This position will be open until filled.
Company Canada Homestay Network Remote status Hybrid Salary CAD20 - CAD22/hour Employment type Full-time
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Canada Homestay Network
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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- Victoria
- Hybrid
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
Who We Are
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 25 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 Program Lead, the Host Ambassador is primarily responsible for qualifying new and existing host families that meet Canada Homestays standard of care. With a relationship focused approach and a drive for sales, the Host Ambassador will grow the host community within their region. Individuals successful in this role have weekday evenings and weekend availability, strong interpersonal skills, and excellent organizational skills.
This is a permanent full-time (30-40hrs a week) position in the Guelph region and surrounding areas. It is a hybrid role with an hourly wage between $20-$22.
Our Interview/Home Visit and Revisit Compensation Policy applies for the interview and host file completion.
Key Responsibilities
Host Ambassador
- 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
- Conduct pre-screen calls and enter data into our host database
- Conduct host annual reviews
- Enter data and supporting documentation (ie. criminal record checks, host agreements, etc.) following all CHN protocols for due diligence and data integrity
- Field inquires from prospective hosts
- Support the host team in reaching monthly targets
- Build a supportive local community for host families
- 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 database software products as well as online communication tools (preferably Excel, Word, Filemaker Pro, and MS Teams)
- Working knowledge of utilizing an email client or webmail
- Effective business writing skills, strong problem solving and organizational skills, including attention to detail
- Ability to travel to nearby cities/towns outside of the Kitchener/Waterloo area.
- Experience working with youth/students is preferred
How To Apply
For the full scope of responsibilities and requirements, please see the complete job description. If you are interested in communicating with cultures from around the world and helping change international students live while in Canada, please apply with your cover letter and resume.
This position will be open until filled.
Company Canada Homestay Network Remote status Hybrid Salary CAD20 - CAD22/hour Employment type Full-time
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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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Responsibilities
Interview prospective host families in person, conduct home visits and annual reviews, and assess whether homes meet the organization’s standards of care. Screen and support prospective hosts, maintain accurate host records and documentation, respond to inquiries, and help grow the local host community and meet team targets.
Requirements
Candidates need strong sales, interpersonal, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills, along with working knowledge of databases, office software, and online communication tools. A full driver’s license, reliable vehicle with at least CAD 2 million in auto liability coverage, mobile phone, digital camera, high-speed internet, and ability to pass a Criminal Record Check are required; experience with youth or students is preferred.
Skills
- Sales
- Interpersonal Communication
- Conflict Resolution
- Relationship Building
- Database Management
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Word
- FileMaker Pro
- Microsoft Teams
- Email Communication
- Business Writing
- Problem Solving
- Organization
- Attention to Detail
- Data Integrity
- Travel
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Education
- Sales
- Customer Service & Support
- Social Services
- Administrative
Keywords
- Host Family Recruitment
- International Students
- Homestay Program
- Home Visits
- Host Family Interviews
- Host Annual Reviews
- Pre-Screening Calls
- Sales
- Relationship Building
- Community Building
- Database Management
- FileMaker Pro
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Teams
- Email Client
- Data Integrity
- Criminal Record Check
- Conflict Resolution
- Business Writing
- Problem Solving
- Organizational Skills
- Attention to Detail
- Youth and Student Experience
- Driver’s License
- Auto Liability Insurance