Communications Coordinator

About OARC

The Ontario Association of Residents’ Councils (OARC) is a non-profit organization formed nearly 45 years ago to strengthen the voice of residents living in Ontario’s long-term care homes through their respective Residents’ Councils.

Our mission is to empower long-term care residents to understand their rights and share their lived experiences. Our vision is that every resident shapes the place they call home. OARC is the only provincial association with a mandate to support and empower residents and their Councils, and to educate others about resident experiences and the issues that affect them.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Director of Communications, the Communications Coordinator will bring creativity, visual storytelling and graphic design expertise to help expand and elevate OARC’s communications portfolio.

The ideal candidate thrives in a remote work environment that blends collaboration with autonomy—someone who takes initiative, responds thoughtfully, and adapts with agility. As part of OARC’s expanding team, you’ll play a key role in strengthening our communications, outreach, and engagement efforts across Ontario’s long-term care sector.

Key Responsibilities

Digital Communications & Social Media

• Manage and schedule posts across OARC’s social media platforms
• Design and publish engaging content to support campaigns and awareness initiatives
• Monitor engagement and performance

Publications & Newsletters

• Support the design, formatting, and distribution of newsletters and publications
• Assist with copywriting, proofreading, and content curation from sector partners
• Explore new opportunities and mediums to share OARC’s key messages (e.g. newspapers, blogs, podcasts, television)

Website & Digital Tools

• Contribute to the transition and ongoing maintenance of OARC’s new website
• Assist with digital campaigns and ensure accessibility across platforms

Branding & Visual Content

• Support the development of refreshed and streamlined branding assets (logos, tools and templates)
• Ensure consistent brand messaging across all materials

Event & Campaign Support

• Contribute to the planning and promotion of OARC’s annual Residents’ Council Week and other awareness campaigns
• Provide creative support for conferences and interactive presentations

General Communications Support

• Collaborate with team members to develop educational resources, media kits and marketing packages
• Ensure bilingual and culturally inclusive content where applicable

Qualifications and Skills

The ideal candidate will have:

• A post-secondary degree or diploma in communications, graphic design, marketing, journalism, or a related discipline.
• Demonstrated experience in a communications or digital media role, with strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills.
• Ability to create engaging, inclusive content that reflects diverse lived experiences while ensuring accessibility standards and alignment with brand identity.
• Proficiency in social media platforms, scheduling tools, and design software such as Canva and Adobe.
• Familiarity with email marketing tools (e.g. Constant Contact), WordPress, Microsoft Office Suite, and virtual collaboration tools like Zoom and Teams.
• A willingness to learn from, build rapport, and collaborate with residents living in long-term care homes, including older adults, with diverse needs, strengths and abilities.
• A self-directed work style paired with a commitment to teamwork and shared goals within a close-knit team.
• Experience working with non-profit organizations and proficiency in French are not required but are considered strong assets. An understanding of long-term care and health care system in Ontario would be an added bonus!

Position Requirements

• This is a fully remote position with occasional travel to attend in-person meetings and events. Employees must be based in Ontario, Canada.
• The Communications Coordinator will work 3 days per week (22.5 hours) during OARC’s typical working hours of 9am-5pm EST, Monday through Friday.
• A current criminal record check with Vulnerable Sector Screening is mandatory

Compensation

Salary: $30/hour

OARC values and prioritizes team wellness and work-life balance. As a part-time member of our team, the Communications Coordinator is entitled to 10 vacation days, 6 sick days and 3 personal days.

OARC offers a comprehensive home office and expense reimbursement program, including internet, cell phone, mileage (if applicable), etc. We also support opportunities for continuing education and professional development.

Equity and Inclusion Statement

OARC is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity in its workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on skills and experience as outlined in your resume and cover letter.

How to Apply

Please submit your resume and cover letter to and be sure to include “Communications Coordinator” in the subject line.

Accessibility and Acknowledgment

OARC is pleased to accommodate individual needs in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA) throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodation at any time, please let us know.

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.