mobile health technician

registered nurse - primary care

registered nurse

kinesiologist

dietitian

LAMP Community Health Centre

I started working here excited to dive into community health care sector and instead ended up physically ill from dealing with the most toxic workplace culture I've ever experienced. The fact that gossip, infighting and corner cutting by upper management defined my time there is deeply unfortunate, as LAMP is in an area with very few services. I think this comes from a place of ignorance, not malice. The current executive director has proven that they lack the leadership skills to cultivate an inclusive and positive workplace.  

Directors would often break confidentiality of both clients and staff seemingly unintentionally - meetings with doors wide open and releasing personal health information to people without due process. Gossip was completely out of hand, with staff commonly pitted against each other. This scarcity mindset pioneered by directors has left many staff fearing for their jobs and trying to distract from their own poor performance by targeting others. Though sad, I also had a lot of compassion for people who were there for years as the workplace had clearly left an indelible mark on their mental health. 

I was left totally unsupported in my work. When I asked for clarity around expectations, submitted reports, asked for approval on workplans or sought any guidance, I was met with radio silence by the directors.This lack of care bubbled over into frustration that seeped into every department I interacted with while there. Many good workers were weeded out by high school level antics of those in charge. Others left because of oppression, in many forms, that was excused and defended by the director team.

Despite doing meaningful work at LAMP, this workplace culture deeply affected me. When I left, I felt so powerless and defeated by those I had hoped would be my mentors. Barring a total overhaul of the powers that be, I would not advise working here. They try to attract young, inexperienced workers because this reputation is widely known, as I discovered too late. Avoid for your own mental health!

Overall, LAMP CHC looks great on paper and on their website but it was a terrible work environment in my experience. Stagnating and stifling. I would only recommend LAMP CHC if you are a new grad wanting to get some practical experience and/or you don't care about your own growth and development as a service provider.

Transformative approaches are needed to create a fair environment that uplifts rather than restricts people. Provide opportunities for career advancement to enable talented workers to realize their potential. More competent mediation and conflict resolution (rather than resorting to bullying, intimidation, and deception as tactics) to improve collaboration and communication. More ethical approaches to support staff retention rather than simply pushing people out because of disagreement and bruised egos. More humble approach to leadership that demonstrates integrity, class, and tact.

I would give this agency 0 stars if I could! My main reason for not doing so is because of the variety of programs and services.

As a children's summer program worker, you have to plan programs for children ages 0-6 years old. Then you and your partner/s will have to drive to different parks to set up the activities that you planned. You'll be loading and unloading the toys from the van to the park. There, you'll meet children, parents and families that may address their concerns or ask about the services available in the community. You will be working with different professional such as dental hygienist, public nurse, librarian, etc. Few things I learned while working here are (but not limited to) the services available in the community, having confidence in communicating with families, and to collaborate with different professionals.

There is little to no supervision and very low expectations in terms of outcomes and organizational directives. Performance reviews are non existent. There is a lot of talk of staff wellness and importance of staff but the place operates on a favouritism, plus rarely includes staff input in a meaningful way. Weak or falling apart procedural and communication systems -- all making it difficult to get work done. Little to no avenues for feedback and accountability. The Community Board is cut off from staff or take no interest. Low staff morale and  high turn over.

Overall I find this a productive and fulfilling place to work. Management seeks to cultivate an inclusive environment and encourages growth by making available a multitude of training opportunities free to staff. I am able to freely explore my visions which align with those of the organization; therefore, my work is satisfying as I get to make a difference in the general community. I believe that this organization could improve on the rate of pay issued to workers.

I worked as a Case Manager in the Adult Programs - Adult Drop-In, Harm Reduction and the "Among Friends" Mental Health Adult Program.
This was an extremely rewarding and extremely fast paced environment, requiring lots of multi tasking and multiple roles. However  frontline staff (agency wide) and 1st contact management couldn't have been more supportive and collaborative.


Working at LAMP is great, the clients are pleasant and the general environment is good.  

The management however is not supportive and very judgemental, they will dismiss employees without warnings and give reasons like, 'You are better suited at doing something better for yourself' even after being there for over 25 years.  The management will insist on Staff Development however when this opportunity is taken one gets dismissed for reasons like the above quote.

Fairly open minded workplace with very supportive colleagues. The community is nice and there is a definite community feel. Management has typical communication challenges and sometimes is not as responsive as one would hope, but they aren’t entirely opposed to hearing their staff.

It was a great environment that helped both management and practitioners to work effectively. A strong communication between management and employees was the key in creating such a positive work environment.

Good Place, amazing environment , amazing cause !! Managers are very caring and compassionate . Staff treat each other like they are family . Options to work for home is available.

Top Job Titles	Average salary
Mobile health technician 4 salaries reported	$27.00 per hour
Registered nurse - primary care 1 salary reported	$29.35 per hour
Registered nurse 3 salaries reported	$41.13 per hour
Kinesiologist 3 salaries reported	$41.21 per hour
Dietitian 3 salaries reported	$41.21 per hour

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