Somerset West Community Health Centre
James Mutyaba is an experienced social services worker currently employed at Extendicare, where responsibilities include providing emotional support for seniors, liaising with families, and coordinating care services. In addition to this role, James serves as the President and Chairperson of the Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Culture Committee, fostering a supportive community for diverse voices. Previous positions include Residential Counselor and Consultant at Lanark County Community Support Services, Harm Reduction Outreach Worker at Somerset West Community Health Centre, and Caseworker at the City of Ottawa. James has a strong background in facilitating support programs for individuals with mental health challenges, community outreach, and event management. Education includes a diploma in social services from Algonquin College and ongoing studies for a Bachelor's degree in Political Economy at Athabasca University.
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Somerset West Community Health Centre
Somerset West Community Health Centre (SWCHC) is a interprofessional agency offering a diverse spectrum of programming, in order to promote optimal health and social well-being among community members. Priority is given to individuals with unique needs, including single parent families, those who are financially insecure, new Canadians, and persons coping with various disabilities. SWCHC welcomes and supports individuals of all gender identities, sexual orientations, ages, and ethnicities. SWCHC serves a large multicultural area in Ottawa’s centre west, including Dalhousie, Hintonburg, Mechanicsville, and West Wellington, with a population of approximately 40,000 persons. Much of the community’s population is made up of new immigrants to Canada, who face many struggles which for many include a lack of English language skills.