Primary Care Asthma Project Educator

Benefits include:Extended Health and Dental benefits including Life, AD&D and LTDHealthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Paid time off (vacation, sick and personal days)Professional development time and fundsSouth Riverdale Community Health Centre is a non-profit, multi-service organization that provides primary healthcare, social and community outreach services with an emphasis on health promotion and disease prevention primarily to people of East Toronto. Our mission is to improve the lives of people that face barriers to physical, mental, spiritual and social well-being. We do so by meaningfully engaging our clients and communities, ensuring equitable access to primary health care and delivering quality care through a range of evidence informed programs, services and approaches. As a leader in community health, our locally and internationally recognized community services include cutting-edge primary health services, health promotion, harm reduction, environmental health, community food centre and population-based community programs for marginalized peoples. We value health equity and inclusion and respect in our work and in the delivery of our services.The Primary Care Asthma Program (PCAP) is an evidence-based asthma program intended to provide primary care providers with decision aids to support best practice regarding asthma assessment, diagnosis and management. SRCHC coordinates program delivery in a number of Community Health Centres in the East End of Toronto. The Certified Asthma/Respiratory Educator (CA/RE) works along with primary care providers to assess, diagnose and educate clients and their families or caregivers about asthma and COPD. The CA/RE fosters a collaborative approach to asthma and COPD management in the community; promotes and utilizes opportunities to increase awareness, skill and knowledge within the community.This position is expected to work onsite.ResponsibilitiesSupport established goals, objectives and plans for effective implementation of the Primary Care Asthma Program for the site and associated locationsServe as a resource person for respiratory health education for the site and community, including asthma, COPD and smoking cessationWork with sites to ensure adherence to Primary Care Asthma Project (PCAP) standards and protocolsProvide spirometry testing as indicated in accordance with the American Thoracic Society guidelinesProvide asthma and COPD education to clients, families and care providers utilizing best practice strategies and standardized PCAP tools, in accordance with PCAP Advisory Group recommendationsProvide smoking cessation counselling and NRT dispensing under the STOP program and co-facilitation of smoking cessation support groupsAssess and address potential barriers to asthma and COPD management, including the social determinants of healthParticipate in the implementation of a cross-organizational smoking cessation strategyWork with clients, families and primary care providers to develop, implement and revise customized self-management plans (Action Plans)Complete documentation in accordance with PCAP standards and site-specific policies and practiceIdentify community resources and help clients understand how and when to best access those resources appropriatelyDevelop and maintain collaborative internal and external partnershipsLiaise with management, directors and administrators at South Riverdale, East End and Regent Park CHCs to ensure that resources, policies, and practices for asthma care and management are in placeMaintain successful working relationships; ability to meet and deal with people in a pleasant, professional, responsible and reassuring manner, both in person and on the telephone; tact, courtesy and alertness to public contactsMaintain professional competency through networking with peers and other health professionals, and participating in relevant continuing education through organizational affiliationsAll other duties as requiredQualificationsDegree in a relevant discipline from a recognized universityLicensed Ontario Regulated Healthcare professional with a scope of practice that includes counselling e.g. Respiratory Therapist, RN, Physiotherapist, Occupational Therapist, KinesiologistCertified Asthma Educator or Certified Respiratory EducatorMinimum 3 years clinical experience working with clients with asthma and COPD management, treatment, and education, preferably with experience of conducting spirometryAbility to deliver asthma education and prevention programs targeted at clients and staff in both group and individual settingsProject coordination skills including staff education, maintenance of client care systems, preparation of project reports, scheduling, evaluation of clinical care delivery relative to guidelines or standards of care, etc.Respect for diversity, equity, anti-racism and accessibility with the ability to work collaboratively and positively with othersProven ability to work independently and closely and effectively with health care providers in a multi-disciplinary teamAbility to implement the latest Canadian Asthma GuidelinesAbility to make judgements in asthma care according to best practicesAbility to accurately and safely perform spirometry testing in accordance with the ATS/ERS StandardsAbility to incorporate evidence into practiceKnowledge of infection control practicesKnowledge of patient confidentiality policies within the CHCAbility to provide effective education to patients, families, community groups, and health professionalsUnderstanding of concepts of health promotion, patient education, research and secondary prevention as a part of primary careProficiency in the use of computer technology and various software applicationsStrong oral and written communication skillsFamiliarity with the STOP program is a valuable assetTEACH training for tobacco cessation is an assetPolice clearance documentation will be required for employmentProof of double COVID-19 vaccination status will be required for employmentDeadline and Application InstructionsThe deadline for applicants is Friday, December 12, 2025 at 12:00 p.m. (noon).Please mail in your cover letter and resume in confidence to:The Hiring Committee – PCAP EducatorSouth Riverdale Community Health Centre955 Queen Street EastToronto, ON M4M 3P3Or by email to: humanresources@srchc.com.Please enter “PCAP Educator” in the subject line of your email.No faxes, phone calls, or requests to meet please. This is a bargaining unit position with CUPE Local 5399. SRCHC welcomes applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.Equal Opportunity StatementSRCHC is an equal opportunity employer. We would like to thank all those that apply but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. SRCHC encourages applicants who are racialized (IBPOC) and/or applicants who face any barriers as a result of systemic discrimination to apply for this position. SRCHC encourages a scent‑free environment. Employees, students, volunteers, and visitors are asked to refrain from wearing fragrances and other scented personal care products (i.e. perfumes, deodorants, lotions, hairspray, etc.) while at the Centre. #J-18808-Ljbffr