Remote Community Connector – Wellspring Alberta (Red Deer/Lethbridge/Grande Prairie)

Are you passionate about community connection, health advocacy, and making a meaningful difference for people impacted by cancer?

Join Wellspring Alberta as a Community Connector volunteer and help build awareness, connection, and access to cancer support services across Alberta. This remote volunteer opportunity is ideal for compassionate, people-focused individuals who want to strengthen local support networks while contributing to a province-wide mission of care and connection.

Commitment: Ongoing (flexible)

Location: Remote, with community focus in Red Deer, Lethbridge, and Grande Prairie

Requirements:

• Ages 18+

• Comfortable communicating with community members

• Interest in health, community engagement, or advocacy

• No clinical background required

Key Responsibilities:

• Community Outreach & Awareness

  • Act as an ambassador for Wellspring Alberta by sharing information about programs, services, and supports

  • Build awareness by distributing brochures and posters, attending information booths, and connecting with healthcare providers and community organizations

  • Deliver informal presentations and conversations to promote Wellspring’s services within your community

• Member Support & Connection

  • Support patients, caregivers, and family members in registering as Wellspring members and accessing programs

  • Conduct new member welcome calls and help individuals navigate Wellspring and broader cancer support resources

  • Build relationships that help foster localized cancer support communities

• Collaboration & Program Support

  • Support Wellspring programming online and/or in person (as available)

  • Liaise with the Wellspring team lead to share community insights, gaps, opportunities, and ideas

  • Assist with identifying local support services to be added to Wellspring’s resource listings

  • Attend bi-weekly Community Connector meetings (Zoom – required)

  • Optional participation in peer support meetings for additional learning and connection

We’re Looking for Someone Who Is:

• Compassionate, reliable, and community-minded

• Comfortable communicating with individuals from diverse backgrounds

• Interested in health, community development, or nonprofit work

• Able to work independently while staying connected with a larger team

• Open to learning and sharing feedback to strengthen local support systems

What You’ll Gain:

• The opportunity to make a positive, tangible contribution to your community

• Skill development in communication, outreach, and community engagement

• Meaningful connections with patients, caregivers, volunteers, and professionals

• Insight into cancer support services and community-based health advocacy

• A rewarding role helping ensure no one faces cancer alone

By volunteering as a Community Connector with Wellspring Alberta, you’ll play a vital role in strengthening community awareness, connection, and access to compassionate cancer support across the province.

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Email: leaders.wil@gmail.com

Subject: Remote Community Connector Wellspring Alberta