Host Ambassador, Red Deer – AB

Engaged HR; Red Deer; On-site; CAD 25,789,000 - 28,654,000; Part time

Job summary

Canada Homestay Network Society is seeking a Host Ambassador for a permanent part-time role (up to 20 hours per week) to qualify new and existing host families and ensure care standards are met. The position is hybrid with in-person work in the Red Deer region and nearby areas.

Compensation is an hourly wage between CAD 18.00 and CAD 20.00. Applicants must clear a Criminal Record Check and have a valid driver’s license with adequate auto insurance, plus a mobile phone, a camera, and high-speed

Qualifications

• Excellent sales and interpersonal skills with the willingness and ability to promote the CHN Host program.
• Strong communication and conflict-resolution abilities.
• Ability to work in a team and build relationships with local communities.
• Knowledge of CHN policies and procedures.
• Understanding of international students and cultures.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-person interviews/visits at host homes to assess room and environment.
• Email data and supporting documentation (criminal record checks, host agreements) per CHN protocols.

Skills

Sales skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Job description

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 Program Lead, the Host Ambassador is primarily responsible for qualifying new and existing host families that meet Canada Homestay's standard of care.

This is a permanent part-time position (up to 20 hours per week seasonally), compensated with an hourly wage between $18.00 -$20.00.

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 Red Deer region and surrounding areas, including Sylvan Lake, Olds, and Carstairs.

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.