Education & Prevention Coordinator (Innisfil, Ontario; Orillia, Ontario)

RelationEdge; Central Ontario, Innisfil; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading organization focused on responsible gambling is seeking part-time Education and Prevention Coordinators to enhance community outreach initiatives in Orillia, Innisfil, and Wasaga. The role emphasizes empathy and communication skills to effectively engage and educate the community about responsible gambling, ensuring player support and awareness.

Benefits

Flexible work hours

Competitive hourly rate

Support from a motivated team

Qualifications

• Experience in community outreach or social services required.
• Ability to communicate effectively and build relationships.
• Fluency in a second language considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Increase awareness of the PlaySmart Centre Program.
• Engage with players and answer their questions.
• Educate patrons on gambling and positive play habits.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Relationship Building

Education

Experience in social work, social services or adult education

Job description

Responsible Gambling Council, PlaySmart Centres
Part-time, Permanent
Orillia, Innisfil and Wasaga

We are seeking an individualwith experience in Community Outreach and/or Social Services to join our team as part-time Education and Prevention Coordinators .Use your empathy and ability to connect with people to build awareness of an incredible program!

The Responsible Gambling Council (RGC) is a leading international authority on responsible gambling—providing insights to industry stakeholders through its research and problem gambling prevention programs, as well as accrediting responsible gambling initiatives offered by gaming companies operating within regulated markets across the globe. RGC operates independently from the gaming industry, allowing it to offer unbiased insights and services related to responsible gambling.

RGC manages and operates OLG’s PlaySmart Centres located at casinos and Charitable Bingo and Gaming centres across Ontario. In the Centres, players can take a break from gambling and learn more about how the games work through interactive game kiosks, videos and literature. Players and those affected by gambling can chat with professionally trained PlaySmart Centre staff, learn answers to gambling questions and get connected with counselling and support professionals if they are experiencing problems with gambling.

For more information, please visit: https://www.playsmart.ca/

In this role you will…

• Increase awareness of the PlaySmart Centre Program.
• Engage with players and those close to t hem, in person or over the phone. Answer their questions and direct them to the available services.
• Educate patrons on gambling in the charitable gaming and casino environments to support them to make informed choices.
• Plan and deliver education through activities and initiatives to support positive play habits.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with charitable gaming and casino staff.
• Record and manage relevant data.
• Travel frequently between Orillia, Innisfil, and Wasaga.

Responsible Gambling Council, PlaySmart Centres
Part-time, Permanent
Orillia, Innisfil and Wasaga

We are seeking an individualwith experience in Community Outreach and/or Social Services to join our team as part-time Education and Prevention Coordinators .Use your empathy and ability to connect with people to build awareness of an incredible program!

The Responsible Gambling Council (RGC) is a leading international authority on responsible gambling—providing insights to industry stakeholders through its research and problem gambling prevention programs, as well as accrediting responsible gambling initiatives offered by gaming companies operating within regulated markets across the globe. RGC operates independently from the gaming industry, allowing it to offer unbiased insights and services related to responsible gambling.

RGC manages and operates OLG’s PlaySmart Centres located at casinos and Charitable Bingo and Gaming centres across Ontario. In the Centres, players can take a break from gambling and learn more about how the games work through interactive game kiosks, videos and literature. Players and those affected by gambling can chat with professionally trained PlaySmart Centre staff, learn answers to gambling questions and get connected with counselling and support professionals if they are experiencing problems with gambling.

For more information, please visit: https://www.playsmart.ca/

In this role you will…

• Increase awareness of the PlaySmart Centre Program.
• Engage with players and those close to t hem, in person or over the phone. Answer their questions and direct them to the available services.
• Educate patrons on gambling in the charitable gaming and casino environments to support them to make informed choices.
• Plan and deliver education through activities and initiatives to support positive play habits.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with charitable gaming and casino staff.
• Record and manage relevant data.
• Travel frequently between Orillia, Innisfil, and Wasaga.

What’s in it for you?

• Flexible work hours – days, evenings, weekends and holidays
• Competitive hourly rate - $27.31/hour
• Strong support from a motivated team
• A genuine feeling of helping others

We are looking for…

• Experience and/or education in social work, social services, adult education, health promotions or a related field
• Amazing communication and relationship building skills
• High level of empathy and understanding in sensitive situations
• Alignment with RGC’s Core Values: Humanity, Integrity, Courage and Ingenuity
• Experience in the Gaming Industry would set you apart
• Applicants fluent in a 2nd language is a valuable asset
• Valid G Class Driver’s License
• Ability to travel locally frequently, and Province-wide occasionally.

RGC celebrates and values cultural diversity and is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff. We will honor your experiences, perspectives, and unique identity. Together, our organization strives to create and maintain working environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.

The Responsible Gambling Council is committed to providing an accessible recruitment process and workplace. Please let us know if you require accommodation under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).

Please note, successful candidates will be required to complete a background check, facilitated by a third-party screener.

If you are interested in this role, please apply directly and we'll reach out for an interview.

Applications must be received byJune 22, 2025.

Department: PSC On-site
This is a part time position

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