Local Coordinator and Homestay Recruiter

**Build community through homestay recruitment and student support**

**Local Coordinator - MLI Homestay - Lindsay and Peterborough, Ontario**

**Contract**: 12 months | **Hours**: 15-20 per week | **Location**: Local community (flexible)

**Job Summary**

Join MLI Homestay as a Local Coordinator and help connect international students with caring Canadian host families. This community-based role focuses on recruiting, onboarding, and supporting host families while ensuring students enjoy a safe and enriching stay. Ideal for someone who loves people, builds relationships easily, and wants to make a real impact in their local community.

**About the Role**

MLI Homestay is seeking a motivated **Local Coordinator** to help connect international students with caring Canadian host families.
The key priority of this role is **recruiting, onboarding, and retaining host families** to ensure a strong, reliable homestay network across your region.

You will build genuine relationships within the community, support families through the hosting process, and help students have a safe and positive stay in Canada.
This position suits someone who enjoys meeting people, networking locally, and providing meaningful support to youth and families.

**Key Responsibilities**

**Host Recruitment, Development, and Retention**
- Actively **recruit, screen, and orient new host families** year-round through outreach and community engagement.
- Maintain close, positive relationships with existing hosts to encourage retention.
- Conduct home visits, orientations, and safety checks for all new host families.
- Ensure all hosts meet MLI Homestay’s standards and have completed up-to-date background checks.
- Keep the host inventory database accurate and up to date to align with placement needs.
- Collaborate closely with the Head Office to forecast hosting needs and address inventory gaps in the region.

**Student Placement and Care**
- Match students with appropriate host families based on student profiles and family dynamics.
- Act as the local custodian and main contact for students during their stay.
- Monitor placements, provide support to students and hosts, and address any issues promptly.
- **Visit students as needed and maintain consistent communication with the Head Office and Student Care Supervisor of the region.**

**Community Relations and Quality Assurance**
- Represent MLI Homestay within the local community as an ambassador for the program.
- Support host families and students with empathy, respect, and professionalism.
- Help resolve host or student issues effectively and calmly.
- Participate in host appreciation and community engagement activities.

**Administration and Reporting**
- Maintain detailed and accurate records in MLI systems.
- Complete incident and monthly reports in a timely manner.
- Support with invoicing and other administrative needs.
- Respond promptly to host and student inquiries.

**Qualifications and Experience**
- Experience in **sales, recruitment, or community engagement** (required).
- Experience in **education, youth programs, or travel** (asset).
- Previous homestay coordination or hosting experience is an advantage.
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to connect with diverse families and communities.
- Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving abilities.
- Professional, calm, and diplomatic in managing sensitive situations.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and digital communication tools.
- Valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle required.
- Flexibility to take calls or respond to urgent matters outside standard work hours.
- Functional PC with MS Office and a smartphone required.

**Why Join MLI Homestay?**
- Be part of a national team passionate about youth and cultural exchange.
- Make a lasting impact by helping students feel at home in your community.
- Enjoy flexible, part-time hours and meaningful local engagement.

**How to Apply**

If you are enthusiastic about community connection, cultural exchange, and youth support, we would love to hear from you

Please submit your **resume and a brief cover letter** outlining your experience in **recruitment, community relations, or education.**

**Job Type**: Part-time

Pay: $850.00-$1,500.00 per month

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Work from home

Application question(s):

- Do you have experience in Youth Support or Teaching?

Work Location: In person