Host Ambassador, Upper Canada/Cornwall – ON
- Cornwall, ON, Canada
This is a permanent full-time position (up to 25 hours per week), compensated with an hourly wage between $20-$22. · Part-time
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- This is a permanent full-time position (up to 25 hours per week), compensated with an hourly wage between $20-$22.
- Job type
- Part-time
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- Posting language
- English
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Original job description
- 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 hosts
Vacant Permanent Part-Time Position
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 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 25 hours per week), compensated with an hourly wage between $20-$22.
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 Cornwall region and surrounding areas.
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;
- 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;
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 Remote status Hybrid Salary CAD20 - CAD22/hour Employment type Part-time
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Canada Homestay Network
- 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 hosts
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Responsibilities
Conduct in-person interviews and home visits with prospective host families, and revisit existing hosts to verify that their homes and family environments meet required standards. Submit interview data and supporting documents in accordance with organizational protocols for due diligence and data integrity.
Requirements
Candidates need strong sales, interpersonal, communication, conflict-resolution, writing, organizational, and problem-solving skills, along with the ability to work collaboratively and build community relationships. Requirements include passing criminal record and vulnerable sector checks, a valid driver's license and reliable vehicle with at least CAD 2 million in auto liability coverage, a mobile phone, digital camera, and high-speed internet access.
Skills
- Interpersonal Skills
- Sales
- Communication
- Conflict Resolution
- Relationship Building
- Teamwork
- Email Communication
- Business Writing
- Problem Solving
- Organization
- Attention To Detail
- Home Visits
- Host Family Qualification
- Knowledge Of International Student Cultures
- Data Integrity
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Education
- Sales
- Customer Service & Support
- Social Services
Keywords
- Host Family
- International Students
- Homestay Program
- Home Visits
- Host Family Interviews
- Host Revisit
- Criminal Record Check
- Vulnerable Sector Check
- Host Agreements
- Due Diligence
- Data Integrity
- Sales
- Interpersonal Skills
- Conflict Resolution
- Business Writing
- Problem Solving
- Organizational Skills
- Attention To Detail
- Email Client
- High-Speed Internet
- Valid Driver's License
- Reliable Vehicle
- Auto Liability Insurance
- Digital Camera
- Mobile Phone