Education & Prevention Coordinator (Peterborough, Ontario)

RelationEdge; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused organization is seeking a full-time Education and Prevention Coordinator to increase awareness of the PlaySmart Centre Program. Candidates should have experience in social work or related fields, great communication skills, and a high level of empathy. The role involves community engagement, education on gambling risks, and support for informed decision-making. The organization promotes a collaborative culture and offers a flexible work model, fostering equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative culture

Work-life balance

Qualifications

• Experience in social work, adult education, or health promotions.
• High level of empathy in sensitive situations.
• Fluency in a second language is a valuable asset.

Responsibilities

• Increase awareness of the PlaySmart Centre Program.
• Engage with players and provide support services.
• Educate patrons on informed choices regarding gambling.

Skills

Communication skills

Empathy

Relationship building

Education

Experience in social work or related field

Job description

Education & Prevention Coordinator (Peterborough, Ontario)

Education and Prevention Coordinator – Based out of Shorelines Casino Peterborough – Full‑time, Permanent.

Opportunity Overview

The Responsible Gambling Council (RGC) is an independent, non‑profit organization dedicated to problem gambling prevention. For more than 40 years, we have worked to reduce gambling risk by creating and delivering innovative awareness and information programs in Ontario and around the world. We work with priority populations, including youth, young adults, ethnocultural populations, and the public, to educate people on the risks of gambling, how to mitigate those risks, and how to access support. We work with industry, regulators and government to promote the adoption of improved play safeguards through best practices research, knowledge mobilization, standards development, and the RG Check accreditation program.

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.

We are seeking an individual with experience in Community Outreach and/or Social Services to join our team as a full‑time Education and Prevention Coordinator. Use your empathy and ability to connect with people to build awareness of an incredible program!

Why RGC?

Join the Responsible Gambling Council and be part of a team that's making a real difference in communities across Canada and around the world. For over 40 years, we've been at the forefront of gambling harm prevention, combining evidence‑based research with innovative programs that protect players and strengthen communities.

• Purpose‑driven work that creates positive change for individuals and communities
• Professional development opportunities to build your skills and advance your career
• Collaborative culture where diverse perspectives are welcomed and celebrated
• Work‑life balance with flexible hybrid work arrangements
• Commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, accessibility, and anti‑racism in everything we do

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Increase awareness of the PlaySmart Centre Program.
• Engage with players and those close to them, 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.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 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.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull items weighing up to 42 pounds frequently.

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).

RGC does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to make or inform hiring decisions. However, we do use an external applicant tracking system (ATS) to help manage applications efficiently; our ATS may apply automated filters or sorting functions, but all applications are reviewed and evaluated by human recruiters. RGC may also use AI to help with transcribing interviews, but humans will be recruiting, interviewing and connecting with applicants.

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

The hourly rate for this role is $27.31/hour.

Applications must be received by December 21, 2025.

Department: PSC On‑site; Reason for vacancy: Replacement.

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