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Is your jam the Arts?&nbsp; Do you believe the Rotary Centre for the Arts (RCA) plays an important cultural, artistic, and educational role in Kelowna’s Cultural District?&nbsp;Have you considered volunteering your time as a Director on an Arts Board?&nbsp;If this is you, the Kelowna Visual &amp; Performing Arts Society (KVPACS) Board of Directors has an opportunity to combine your passions into one volunteer role.&nbsp;We are seeking experienced professionals to join our Board at the upcoming Annual General Meeting.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Check out the details below.&nbsp;Let us know if you have questions.&nbsp;Apply to join the KVPACS Board.&nbsp;We look forward to hearing from you!&nbsp;&nbsp;Background&nbsp;&nbsp;The RCA is the visual and performing arts centre in Kelowna’s Cultural District.&nbsp; It is governed by the KVPACS, a non-profit organization with a 12-member Board of Directors.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;The KVPACS works to improve the cultural and social quality of life in Kelowna through the arts.&nbsp; The Board has a broad range of experience, skills and knowledge.&nbsp; Consider bringing your skills set to the Board and supporting the arts.&nbsp;The Board needs Directors with experience in:&nbsp; Visual and Performing Arts (performing and/or administration); Public Relations; Financial Management; Facility Management; Community Building; Marketing Communications; Human Resource Management; Legal Affairs; and, Fundraising.&nbsp;&nbsp;Experience in the following areas is an asset:&nbsp;<ul><li>Have attended events, performances and/or programs at the RCA&nbsp;</li><li>Have demonstrated an interest in the arts&nbsp;</li><li>Have familiarity with non-profit Board governance&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Have familiarity with financial oversight&nbsp;</li><li>Have previous Board experience&nbsp;</li><li>Have familiarity with the BC Societies Act&nbsp;</li></ul>Board Positions Available - One Year Term: November 2025 to November 2026 &nbsp;Commitment&nbsp;<ul><li>Fulfill a 1-year term (subject to renewal to a 6 year term maximum)&nbsp;</li><li>Attend 7 Board meetings per year (last Tuesday of each month at 5pm, excluding February, April, July, August, December)&nbsp;</li><li>Attend one AGM per year in the Fall&nbsp;</li><li>Attend one half/full day annual Board retreat or planning session per year&nbsp;</li><li>Participate on at least one Board Committee per year, preferably two&nbsp;</li><li>Assume leadership roles, during your tenure on the Board, as a Committee chair and/or on the Executive&nbsp;</li><li>Participate in Board governance training&nbsp;</li><li>Represent the Board at community and municipal meetings and events&nbsp;</li></ul>Board Eligibility&nbsp;<ul><li>Nominees must be a member of the RCA at the time of application&nbsp;</li><li>You can become a member of the RCA by joining at: <a href="https://rotarycentreforthearts.com/get-involved/become-a-member/" target="_blank">https://rotarycentreforthearts.com/get-involved/become-a-member</a>&nbsp;</li><li>The KVPACS encourages nominations from all members of the community including members of the Indigenous, 2SLGBTQIA+ and BIPOC communities&nbsp;</li><li>As required by the BC Societies Act, applicants must be at least 18 years of age, Canadannot be an undischarged bankrupt, or been convicted of an offence involving fraud.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul>Board Responsibility&nbsp;&nbsp;The Board hires an Executive Director (ED) who oversees programming and services offered at the RCA.&nbsp; The ED also administers the Master Lease of the RCA from the City, and Sub-Leases of RCA space to tenants.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;While the KVPACS Board is responsible for the strategic direction and financial oversight of the RCA, the Executive Director is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the facility.&nbsp;The KVPACS is a Governance Board so interactions are limited to providing strategic advice and direction to the Executive Director.&nbsp; There is no day-to-day involvement with the staff and operations.&nbsp;Relationship with the City of Kelowna&nbsp;The Board recognizes the importance of working in partnership with the City to benefit the community.&nbsp;The City owns the RCA building and leases it to the KVPACS for $1.00 per year.&nbsp;The City also provides an annual grant, roughly 30% of the $ 1 million operating budget.&nbsp;&nbsp;Board Composition&nbsp;&nbsp;The Board has Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) goals in place.&nbsp; It strives for a 50:50 gender balance, a range of ages across four age bands (25-40, 41-55, 56-70, +70 years), and a minimum 20:80 visible/non-visible minority balance.&nbsp;Committee Structure&nbsp;There are five (5) Board Committees which are:&nbsp;<ul><li>Governance&nbsp;</li><li>Human Resources&nbsp;</li><li>Nomination&nbsp;</li><li>Strategic Planning&nbsp;</li><li>Finance/Financial Sustainability&nbsp;</li></ul>Directors must sit on at least one Committee but are encouraged to sit on two Committees.&nbsp; The time commitment for each Committee varies but is usually a minimum of one meeting per month, with additional work as required.&nbsp;Director Commitments&nbsp;Directors are expected to:&nbsp;<ul><li>Be prepared for and regularly attend Board and related meetings&nbsp;</li><li>Make a serious commitment to participate actively in Committee work&nbsp;</li><li>Provide leadership by serving as a Committee Chair and on the Executive Committee, one or more times, while serving as a Director&nbsp;</li><li>Stay informed about Committee matters, prepare well for meetings, and review and comment on Minutes and Reports&nbsp;</li><li>Get to know other Board members and build a collegial working relationship that contributes to consensus&nbsp;</li><li>Be an active participant in the Board's annual evaluation/planning efforts&nbsp;</li><li>Attend events and productions at the RCA&nbsp;</li><li>Attend City Council meetings and City events to represent the Board&nbsp;</li><li>Be professional when representing the Board in the community&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul>BC Liquor License Required Documents&nbsp;The RCA has a BC Liquor License.&nbsp;As a result, Directors must complete a Criminal Records Check and a Personal History Summary for a Liquor Licence Application upon joining the Board.&nbsp;Mentorship &amp; Orientation&nbsp;New Board members are mentored by a current Director and provided robust on-boarding materials, training and a facility tour.&nbsp;Nomination Process&nbsp;The Nominations Committee will review the applications received and recommend to the Board, the nominees to put forward at the AGM to join the Board.&nbsp;All applicants will be advised of the Nominations Committee’s decision by October 10, 2025.&nbsp;Election Process&nbsp;Voting takes place during the KVPACS Annual General Meeting (AGM) on November 12, 2025.&nbsp; Nominees attend the AGM.&nbsp;Successful applicants will be publicly announced on the RCA web site within a few days of the AGM.&nbsp;To learn more about the KVPACS Board, visit the RCA website at: <a href="https://rotarycentreforthearts.com/about/board-of-directors/" target="_blank">https://rotarycentreforthearts.com/about/board-of-directors/</a>&nbsp;Please download our <a href="https://rotarycentreforthearts.com/files/KVPACS%20Board%20of%20Directors%20Application%20Form_2025.pdf" target="_blank">Application Form</a>&nbsp;to apply.The completed Application Form and resume, must be emailed to: <a href="mailto:director@rotarycentreforthearts.com" target="_blank">director@rotarycentreforthearts.com</a>.&nbsp;Deadline for applications: Wednesday, October 1, &nbsp;2025 at 5:00pm.

Rotary Centre for the Arts

Board Director

Competition #2025-425-CPClient Care&nbsp;Specialist (2025-425-CP)Employment Type: Contract Hourly (ending June 30, 2026) Bargaining Unit, 1 VacancyWork Hours: 35 hours/week&nbsp;Mon - Fri, 9am - 5pmWork Setting: Exclusively Onsite (815 Danforth Ave, Toronto, ON)Salary: G - $30.33/hourApplication Deadline: October&nbsp;02, 2025&nbsp;by 11:59 pmProgram Overview – Financial Empowerment, Community Programs Unit The Financial Empowerment (FE) Program serves to prevent, reduce, and alleviate poverty by directly addressing the financial barriers in the lives of our clients. We provide free and unbiased financial counselling, education, and tax filing support to Torontonians who are living on a low income and who are unable to address these issues alone. We are a program in constant development and expansion, actively pursuing opportunities to explore innovative methods, and produce research on best practices to maximize client impact.&nbsp;What You Will Do<ul><li>Assist in determining client suitability and eligibility for services</li><li>Coordinate the intake/appointment booking functions for Income Tax services</li><li>In collaboration with other staff, coordinate the scheduling and operation of tax clinic service delivery</li><li>Provide training/oversight to students and volunteers</li><li>Manage a high volume of inbound and outbound calls and emails</li><li>Update and manage client files in customer relationship management database</li><li>Participate in program planning and development activities by participating in meetings and providing input on service design</li><li>Perform outreach and networking activities as needed to build relationships with strategic community partners to reach target client groups.</li><li>Provide support to other programs looking to connect their clients with FE services.</li></ul>What You Bring to the Team<ul><li>Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.&nbsp;</li><li>2+ years of experience working or volunteering in a community-based setting or the not-for-profit sector</li><li>Experience performing intake or outreach with marginalized and vulnerable populations, participation with a Community Volunteer Income Tax Program (CVITP) and/or coordinating a large volunteer program considered an asset.</li></ul>What Will Set You Apart<ul><li>Ability to adjust communication or teaching style to meet the needs of diverse groups of clients facing a variety of personal and systemic barriers.</li><li>Experience working from a client-centered, anti-oppressive framework.</li><li>Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills.</li><li>Detail-oriented, independent worker with strong organizational and time management skills.</li><li>Comfortable setting up mobile technology (e.g. laptops, Wi-Fi hub, projector, etc.).</li><li>Strong computer skills including MS Outlook, Word, Power Point and Excel.</li><li>Experience working with and mentoring volunteers and students with varied skill sets.</li><li>Strong understanding of intersectionality of race, age, sexuality, gender, ability, and the associated risks of poverty and homelessness. Those with lived experience of one or several of these dynamics are highly encouraged to apply.</li></ul>WoodGreen is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free selection process and work environment. If contacted in relation to an employment opportunity, please advise our People &amp; Culture representatives at <a href="http://careers@woodgreen.org/" target="_blank">careers@woodgreen.org</a> of the accommodation measures required. Information received relating to accommodation will be addressed confidentially.This public job posting uses AI-powered tools to screen, assess, or select applicants.

WoodGreen Community Services

Client Care Specialist (2025-425-CP)

Job PostingCommunity Support Worker and TUHU OrganizerLocation: All Saints Church Community Centre, 315 Dundas Street E., Toronto, andonsite in the Regent Park neighbourhood. Different parts of the city for occasionalmeetings. Main spaces of employment are wheelchair accessible.Reports To: Case Manager, All Saints, in collaboration with the Regent ParkCommunity Ministry, 40 Oak Street, Toronto.This is one of three positions funded for a one-year pilot to support the work of TUHU(Toronto Underhoused and Homeless Union) in building capacity and community,including increasing the number of TUHU chapters. The positions were created througha collaboration between All Saints and the RPCM (Regent Park Community Ministry)which are the umbrella organizations and supporters of TUHU.This position will work on site at All Saints primarily, as well as in the community.All Saints Church-Community Centre (ASCCC) is a non-profit organization that provides support to some of Toronto’s most economically disenfranchised people: people who experience homelessness, mental health and physical health barriers, and trauma. ASCCC operates a drop-in program at the corner of Sherbourne and Dundas, and offers low-barrier programs related to harm reduction, food, case management, peer- work, basic health related support, spiritual care and community, as well as a range of drop-in activities for community members experiencing extreme or “deep” poverty. The position will act as a community support worker on site at All Saints, with the special focus for TUHU growth and collaboration on specific days of the week. The Community Support Worker collaborates with other drop-in staff and volunteers toprovide an enriched setting for adults experiencing homelessness and social isolation.The person in this position works with the drop-in team to provide a supportive, safespace where individuals can meet their basic needs, have opportunities for socialconnections and community, and feel respected and valued. The Community SupportWorker engages, assesses, refers, and supports drop-in participants as appropriate,and informs new visitors about available services and opportunities. The CommunitySupport Worker develops and supports client engagement, and supports the mealprogram and other programming activities as necessary. In addition, the CommunityWorker will focus on building opportunities for engagement with TUHU on site, in the2community. The person will hold regular TUHU meetings on site, and work 1:1 withpeople to help build their organizing capacity with each other. They will workcollaboratively with the TUHU staff team to administer TUHU info sessions, meetings,and a new hub where people can come to engage and work together.DutiesCommunity Support Worker Duties:ï· Prepare drop-in for daily activities.ï· Greet and connect with participants, seeking out opportunities for engagement, and provide referrals to appropriate support services.ï· Circulate in the drop-in during operation hours &amp; work collaboratively with drop-in team.ï· Cooperate with other drop-in team members in preventing and appropriately handling crises in the drop-in.ï· Identify participants in crisis, complete safety referral plans as appropriate.ï· Provide practical support to participants, which may involve assisting with meal preparation and service, cleaning, distribution of donations, and facilitating access to other services.ï· Distribute harm reduction supplies and information related to safer substance use.ï· Compile and maintain statistics, records and other documentation as required by the supervisor, and gather anecdotal information for reports and proposals.ï· Assist unloading and storing delivery items.ï· Participate in team, supervisory, staff meetings/debriefings and training. ï· Ensure client confidentiality on all matters.ï· All activities with this position must be achieved in a manner consistent with the policies and procedures of All Saints and the Anglican Diocese of Toronto.ï· Other duties as they arise.Alongside these duties, the position will also have TUHU Chapter Organizer duties,including the establishment of a TUHU chapter at All Saints through relationships madethrough the All Saints drop-in and in the community including its neighbour, the MaxwellMeighan shelter.TUHU Chapter Organizer Duties:ï· Facilitate chapter meetings, often with other co-facilitators, sometimes aloneï· Engage with people in the shelters and/or drop-in spaces to build community and connectionsï· Identify and foster community leaders and invite them to join TUHUï· Administer surveys and perform other data collection to determine resident and/or servicer user needs.3ï· Establish and build partnership opportunities in the community for TUHUï· Contact residents and/or service users, and distribute posters and other materials to remind them about upcoming actions or meetings.ï· Foster a productive relationship and help to negotiate with shelter and/or drop-in administration about the needs of residents or service users.ï· Create written materials for meetings, outreach initiatives, and actions.ï· Report back to lead organizers and TUHU Executive and Local about union activitiesï· Help bridge the gap between the chapter and the broader union and build bi- directional unity and support.ï· Attend monthly local meetings, chapter meetings, local information sessions and City Hall meetings as necessaryï· Work collaboratively with the TUHU Organizer at All Saints and the TUHU Admin / Programming Assistant, as well as executive and co-leadsï· Other duties as they arise.Concrete Goals by the end of the pilot:1. Establish a regular and meaningful TUHU presence at All Saints drop-in, includingestablishing (with the support of other TUHU staff) the hub, and holding regular infosessions in the drop-in.2. Assist in the establishment of regular TUHU meetings at All Saints drop-in by end ofthe pilot in 2026.3. Achieve a consistent attendance of engaged members who are also taking on leadership tasks and ownership of TUHU development by end of contract.4. Co-organize six advocacy actions across both sites, with at least one action per site that have engaged residents and/or drop-in participants directly and made meaningful improvements in their lives.5. Identify other opportunities for partnership and chapter development in the Sherbourne area. Help establish an additional chapter in the same vicinity at an as yet unspecified location by end of contract.Requirementsï· Good understanding of issues related to housing and homelessness, mental health, and harm reductionï· Strong verbal communication skills and a friendly mannerï· Highly developed conflict resolution, problem solving, and facilitation skillsï· Ability to work closely with team members and take initiative while also following drop-in and organizational policies and proceduresï· Familiarity with anti-oppressive practice and low-barrier service provisionï· Comfortable communicating using email, text, and phone, as well as in personï· Experience working with people who have experienced homelessness andmarginalization, as well as people who need accommodation due to mental healthor physical health needs. The successful candidate must be sensitive to needs, andhave willingness to accommodateï· Good people and organizational skills4ï· Willing to learnï· A bridge-builderï· Self-starter and independent workerï· Experience in supporting people ‘behind the scenes’ – comfortable checking in withpeople in person or via phone call or text, giving reminders, talking through thingswhen needed in more details, etc.ï· Ability to listen, provide direction, accommodation, and help people thrive withpatience and supportï· Become a TUHU member by signing the TUHU pledge.Ideal Candidateï· Has lived experience of homelessness, precarious housing, or povertyï· Is passionate about TUHU’s mission and goalsï· Is a good team player that can give people the benefit of the doubt, and alwayswork to make space for all at the tableï· Is collaborative, patient, and optimistic about making meaningful and lasting changein our cityï· Has a good understanding of systemic injustice, someone who is ready to bepersistent and not give up, but rather, think of new creative ways to accomplish ourgoals. Grounded and focused on liberation and justice for people experiencinghomelessnessCompensation / BenefitsFixed-term contract with possibility of renewal$29 per hour, 35 hours per week with benefitsContact and Application InformationPlease send your Cover Letter and Resume in one file to:<a href="mailto:admin@allsaintstoronto.com" target="_blank">admin@allsaintstoronto.com</a> with Subject Line: Community Support Worker andTUHU Organizer.Deadline for applications: October 3rd, 2025, at 12:00 noon.Please see TUHU website for more information.We believe that a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities we servestrengthens our ability to achieve our mission. We strongly encourage applicants of allgenders, racial, ethnic and cultural backgrounds, sexual orientations, abilities, and witha range of life experiences to apply.5If you are a person with a disability and require accommodation and/or assistanceduring the application process, please contact us in advance. We strive to providereasonable accommodation whenever requested. Information received relating toaccommodation requests will be treated with confidentiality.

All Saints Church Community Centre

Community Support Worker & TUHU Organizer

MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELLOR – YOUTH AND ADULTSPosition Type: Full time (35 hours per week)Salary Range: $64,000 - $68,000 per annumJob Area: &nbsp;Nepean, Rideau and OsgoodeSCOPE OF POSITION:As a member of a multi-disciplinary clinical team, the successful candidate will provide short-term counselling, crisis intervention, group work and outreach to youth, adults, and families residing in Nepean, Rideau and Osgoode. The candidate must demonstrate knowledge of community mental health approaches and recognize the interplay between personal circumstances and social determinants of health.The successful applicant must be committed to working within the Nepean, Rideau and Osgoode Community Resource Centre’s model of Community Development.JOB SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:<ul><li>Responds to the mental health needs of youth, adults, and their families</li><li>Provides assessment, crisis intervention, short-term counselling, and referral services to NROCRC’s clients and service providers</li><li>Supports individuals and groups from diverse cultural and socio-economic backgrounds</li><li>Provides Intake support as required</li><li>Collaborates and consults with community partners and stakeholders</li><li>Advocates on behalf of clients</li><li>Designs and delivers community workshops, seminars, and information sessions</li><li>Conducts outreach to the NROCRC’s catchment areas</li><li>Acts as a clinical resource for NROCRC staff</li><li>Maintains accurate clinical documentation and statistics in an electronic case management system</li><li>May provide supervision for Counselling Interns during field placements</li><li>Performs other related duties as assigned</li></ul>COMMON RESPONSIBILITIES:<ul><li>Maintains strict client confidentiality</li><li>Promotes and works within a collaborative, interdisciplinary team environment</li><li>Respects and values individual and community diversity</li></ul><h2>QUALIFICATIONS:</h2><ul><li>Master of Social Work or Master’s degree in Counselling</li><li>Registered and in good standing with a professional association (e.g., Registered Social Worker, Registered Psychotherapist)</li><li>Minimum three (3) years counselling experience in a social service setting, including direct front-line experience in assessment, crisis intervention, and short-term counselling with both youth and adults</li><li>Experience using a variety of counselling modalities, including therapeutic, health promotion, and psycho-educational group approaches</li><li>Demonstrated knowledge and application of culturally responsive and trauma-informed practices</li><li>Familiarity with city-wide community resources</li><li>Demonstrated ability to practice from a strengths-based perspective</li><li>Ability to work collaboratively with other agencies and engage in community outreach</li><li>Strong organizational, documentation, and electronic case management skills</li><li>Ability to work independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team</li><li>Fluency in English &amp; French is required; proficiency in other languages (e.g., Arabic) is an asset</li><li>Current Emergency First Aid/CPR certification or willingness to obtain</li><li>Vulnerable Sector Police Check is a condition of employment</li><li>Valid Class G driver’s license and access to a vehicle is an asset</li><li>Must be vaccinated against COVID-19</li><li>Flexibility to work evenings and/or weekends as required</li></ul>Please submit your cover letter and resume by 4:30 pm on Friday, October 3, 2025Reply to: Jill MorrisonBy email: <a href="mailto:jmorrison@nrocrc.org" target="_blank">jmorrison@nrocrc.org</a>We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted directly. Due to the high volume of applications, we are unable to respond to phone inquiries regarding this position.NROCRC is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse work team representative of the community we serve.&nbsp;NROCRC welcomes applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

NROCRC (Nepean, Rideau, and Osgoode Community Resource Centre)

Full-Time Mental Health Counsellor - Youth and Adults

Join a team that works to create a world where people live in justice, peace, and dignity. Canadian Lutheran World Relief (CLWR) is a charitable not-for-profit organization that challenges and responds to the injustices that cause human suffering and poverty.&nbsp;CLWR supports hiring practices and a staff composition that benefits from a diverse staff team, where “diverse” means (but is not limited to) differences in ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, physical abilities, religious beliefs, and/or political beliefs. Working for CLWR provides a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package including Pension Plan and Group Insurance, a supportive work environment and excellent learning opportunities.&nbsp;All employees are expected to agree with CLWR’s Mission Statement and Code of Conduct, and to work within its faith‑based mandate. The ability to operate in highly complex environments and to manage valued relationships with donors, partners, and other stakeholders is essential.&nbsp;JOB SUMMARY&nbsp;The Digital Content Producer will create and share short-form video, social media and other digital content to help tell CLWR stories online. They will help shape CLWRs social media presence, crafting a clear voice and compelling calls to engagement. The ideal candidate is strong at capturing and editing video content, and will periodically travel to visit CLWRs programs to collect content and provide coaching to improve local staff capacity. This position will also work with footage collected by international staff and freelancers, and package it into content to work across a variety of platforms.&nbsp;We are looking for someone with proven success with short-form video, someone that knows what makes a compelling and engaging story, and cares deeply about ethical storytelling. Together with the Senior Manager of Communications and Marketing, the Digital Content Producer will develop and implement a strategy to grow CLWRs online presence, with a focus on video and social media. Then they will monitor progress and provide reporting to ensure that social media and digital communications are serving the overall goals of the organization.&nbsp;Qualified applicants should email a single PDF document including a cover letter and resume to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:hr@clwr.org" target="_blank">hr@clwr.org</a> and include a link to a portfolio that demonstrates your video skills. Closing date is October 8, 2025. Please quote “Digital Content Producer” in the subject line of your submission. We thank all who apply but will only contact applicants selected for interviews.&nbsp;EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS&nbsp;Minimum Knowledge&nbsp;<ul><li>Two-three years of professional communication experience with primary focus on creating digital content for social media and web. </li><li>Diploma/degree in Communications, Journalism, PR, Marketing—or equivalent practical experience.&nbsp;</li></ul>Minimum Experience<ul><li>Demonstrated ability to tell compelling stories through short form video and social content. </li><li>Interviewing and content‑gathering experience, including in cross‑cultural contexts. </li><li>Significant experience editing videos with a solid understanding of visual storytelling. </li><li>Video recording and photography experience, preferably with both smart phone and full camera set up.&nbsp;</li></ul>Technical Skills&nbsp;<ul><li>Ability to adapt a single piece of content to be used multiple ways across a variety of platforms. </li><li>Ability to articulate complex ideas in clear and compelling ways. </li><li>Excellent communication in English with strong attention to detail.</li><li>Understanding of and experience with digital marketing is an asset.</li><li>Familiarity and experience with website content management and email communication is an asset.</li><li>Knowledge of fundraising and donor relations is an asset.</li><li>Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office programs, video and photo editing programs, website content management systems, etc).&nbsp;</li></ul>Other Skills or Requirements&nbsp;<ul><li>Exceptional initiative to develop plans and follow through with limited supervision. </li><li>Ability to manage multiple projects at the same time while meeting deadlines and managing competing demands and interruptions. Including the ability to change gears and take on unexpected assignments (eg. After a major disaster). </li><li>Ability to build strong relationships and developing mutual understanding with staff outside department. </li><li>Ability to communicate and build trust across cultural differences. </li><li>Fluency in French, Spanish and/or Arabic is an asset. </li><li>Knowledge of international development and humanitarian aid is an asset. </li><li>Understanding of CLWR’s Lutheran constituency in Canada is an asset. </li><li>Must be eligible to work in Canada. </li><li>Must be able to o convey a high degree of commitment and passion for the mission, vision, and values of CLWR o maintain a high level of confidentiality o support and work within this diverse church denomination&nbsp;</li></ul>Working Conditions&nbsp;<ul><li>Hybrid/remote work option. </li><li>Ability to work occasional evenings or weekends as needed. </li><li>Ability to travel nationally and internationally. </li><li>Manual dexterity to operate a desktop or laptop computer; ability to lift 15lbs. </li><li>Ability to carry and set up camera equipment as needed</li></ul>KEY RESPONSIBILIITESDigital content production, video and social - 50%<ul><li>Plan, capture, edit, caption and publish short-form video and other digital content for social media and the website. Adapt for use across multiple platforms.</li><li>Periodically travel internationally and within Canada to generate content about CLWR’s work.</li><li>Develop key relationships with program staff, partner staff and content creators to ensure steady stream of assets for storytelling.</li></ul>Social management and planning - 25%<ul><li>Manage CLWR’s social media presence, including content, branding, planning content schedules and responding to inquiries. </li><li>Together with the Senior Manager, Communications and Marketing, develop a social media and digital content strategy to increase engagement and ensure that content is used effectively to support the overall goals of the organization.</li><li>Fulfill partner visibility requirements (may include GAC, CFGB, HC, LWF, ACT Alliance and national church partners).&nbsp;</li></ul>Measurement and reporting - 10%<ul><li>Monitor engagement of digital content. </li><li>Provide regular reporting to Senior Manager Communications and Marketing and Senior Director of Communications and Donor Relations. </li><li>Adapt content plans as needed based on reporting.&nbsp;</li></ul>Communications support and training - 10%<ul><li>Provide training for staff across CLWR and partner organizations on digital communications best practices to increase quality of content received.</li><li>Collaborate with others on the communications and marketing team to help create and support digital ad campaigns and marketing. </li><li>Post content to the CLWR website and update content as needed. </li><li>Provide occasional back-up support to email marketing and communications work.&nbsp;</li></ul>Other organizational tasks - 5%<ul><li>Provide occasional surge support for CLWR’s Community and Donor Relations team. </li><li>Assist with occasional special events.</li><li>Participate in related training courses, seminars and webinars as available.</li><li>Perform other duties as assigned by the Senior Manager, Communications and Donor Relations or the Senior Director of Communications and Donor Relations.</li></ul>Qualified applicants should email a single PDF document including a cover letter and resume to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:hr@clwr.org" target="_blank">hr@clwr.org</a> and include a link to a portfolio that demonstrates your video skills.&nbsp;Closing date is October 8, 2025. Please quote “Digital Content Producer” in the subject line of your submission. We thank all who apply but will only contact applicants selected for interviews.&nbsp;

Canadian Lutheran World Relief

Digital Content Producer

<h2>We’re Hiring: Media Officer (6-Month Contract)</h2>Hours: Full-time (37.5 hours/week) Duration: This is a parental leave cover (contract from October 2025 – March 2026) Location: Ottawa or Toronto (Hybrid/Remote) Salary: $79,235.58 per annum Union: Unifor Local 567&nbsp; Travel: Travel may occasionally be required as part of the position Deadline: Applications are accepted until 5pm ET October 2, 2025Amnesty International Canada (English-Speaking Section) is seeking a Media Officer to join our Communications and Public Engagement team for a six-month contract to replace a parental leave. In this role, you’ll help shape national conversations around human rights by amplifying the voices of rights-holders, generating positive media coverage, and helping build public support for urgent human rights campaigns such as migrant and refugee rights, crisis response, Indigenous rights, and racial and gender justice.This is a unique opportunity for a strategic and creative communicator who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and is passionate about media relations, advocacy, and human rights storytelling.Throughout their work, all Amnesty employees must contribute to gender equity, integrate with youth, and address the broader goals of diversity, equity, inclusion, and anti-oppression.<h3>What You’ll Do</h3><ul><li>Serves as a primary contact for media campaigns and media requests and responds promptly to all media requests, arranging for interviews with appropriate staff</li><li>Proactively pitches and produces press releases, media advisories, lines of response, op-eds, letters to the editor and other written material for media and communications work and ensuring high media uptake</li><li>Collaborates with colleagues to develop media plans and strategies in support of campaigns and broader communications goals and promotional strategies (e.g. Write for Rights), develops and implements analytic measurement and evaluation tools to monitor and report on media and coverage to demonstrate organizational impact and alignment with strategic priorities</li><li>Develops contacts and builds relationships with national and international and specialty journalists, media practitioners, bloggers and social media influencers to strengthen the reach and impact of Amnesty’s message</li><li>Works closely with the Secretary General, the Director of Policy, Advocacy, Research and Campaigns, and the Manager of Communications and Public Engagement to ensure strong reactive and proactive coverage of Amnesty’s issues in domestic media&nbsp;</li><li>Collaborates closely with Amnesty communications workers, campaigners, researchers and senior spokespeople across the global movement</li><li>Assesses and leads the development of messages and mediums for external stakeholders including press conferences and other media events</li><li>Provides ongoing media training and coaching to other staff and volunteers proactively and as requested</li></ul><h3>What We're Looking For in a Candidate</h3><h4>Education</h4><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree or Master’s in journalism, media relations, public relations, strategic communications or a related field</li></ul><h4>Experience</h4><ul><li>Minimum 7-9 years experience required in media or strategic communications, ideally in an NGO, advocacy, or newsroom setting</li><li>Journalism experience is an asset.</li></ul><h4>Knowledge/Skills</h4><ul><li>Demonstrated experience taking initiative, pitching stories, and landing national and international media coverage is required.</li><li>Experience working with new media — including influencers, prominent websites, online apps, YouTube, social media sites like Facebook and LinkedIn, blogs, and podcasts — is an asset.</li><li>Exceptional written and verbal communication skills in English, demonstrated ability to tactfully and strategically advise, advocate, and synthetize complex issues clearly and concisely</li><li>Exceptional writing, editing and proofreading skills obtained through at least 5 years of experience working in journalism, media and communications</li><li>Significant knowledge and understanding of communications strategies, tools and platforms and their potential to support organizational goals</li><li>Strong grasp of current affairs and the changing media landscape in Canada and internationally</li><li>Professional experience working with media relations tools such as Meltwater, Cision, or equivalent</li><li>Excellent project management skills</li><li>Ability to analyse complex online statistics and deliver clear reporting&nbsp; &nbsp;</li><li>Interest in and understanding of human rights in Canada and globally&nbsp;</li><li>Passion for Amnesty International’s mission in the protection and promotion of human rights</li><li>A demonstrated ability to work with diverse groups and expertise in applying decolonial, feminist, anti-racism, anti-oppression, diversity, equity, and inclusion principles using an intersectional lens</li><li>Proven skills in problem solving, collaboration, consultation and negotiation with staff at all levels or an organization as well as discretion in managing sensitive matters</li></ul><h4>Additional Training, Certifications, or Licensing</h4><ul><li>Accreditation in Public Relations (APR) credential is an asset.&nbsp;</li><li>Professional fluency in French is an asset.</li></ul><h3>Why Work For Amnesty International Canada?</h3>About UsAmnesty International is a movement of 10 million ordinary people in more than 150 countries who come together to achieve extraordinary results in defending and promoting human rights. We get discriminatory laws changed and prisoners of conscience released. We’ve helped stop torture, commute death sentences and worked to end violence against women. We are in solidarity with Indigenous peoples demanding that their rights be respected.&nbsp;Our Commitment To Anti-Racism, Anti-Oppression, Diversity, Equity &amp; Inclusion (ARAO-DEI)Amnesty International Canada is committed to employment equity, actively seeks diversity in the workplace, and welcomes and encourages applications from members of equity seeking groups including women, transgender, non-binary, and LGBTI individuals; First Nations, Metis, and Inuit individuals, persons with disabilities, and members of racialized and marginalized groups.&nbsp;We believe our work is stronger when it benefits from the experience, knowledge and wisdom of people who have faced systemic barriers, and encourage applications from qualified candidates who have lived experience as a member of historically underrepresented communities.&nbsp;AIC values qualified diverse candidates who bring skills that contribute to our anti-racist and anti-oppression transformational journey. At AIC, employees are expected to contribute to an inclusive environment and bring the knowledge, experience, and ability to incorporate anti-racism, anti-oppression, intersectionality, gender mainstreaming, inclusion, and accessibility practices to external and internal work and to all interpersonal interactions. Click to learn more about our&nbsp;<a href="https://amnesty.ca/equity/#where-we-are" target="_blank">Equity Journey</a>.What We OfferAt Amnesty International Canada, we are passionate about what we do, and we are proud of our achievements as a movement. To compensate our employees for the critical work they undertake, we reward them with an attractive, sector competitive salary and benefits package plus the opportunity to develop professionally.If you're a confident communicator and a passionate advocate for justice, we want to hear from you.APPLICATION PROCESSTogether with your resume, please forward a 1-page cover letter (250 words maximum)&nbsp;that includes your responses to the following questions:&nbsp;1.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;How do you relate to Amnesty International Canada’s mission?2.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;How would your skills and experiences (personal and professional) translate into success in the Media Officer role?3.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;What does a commitment to ARAO and DEI mean or look like to you?Applications must be submitted electronically through out&nbsp;<a href="https://www.amnesty.ca/work-with-us/" target="_blank">Work With Us</a> careers page.&nbsp;We thank everyone for their expression of interest-and truly appreciative of the time individuals put into applying-but with the limitation of time only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Amnesty International Canada is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier free experience to applicants with accessibility needs. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage during the recruitment process&nbsp;Let’s create a future where human rights are a reality for all. &nbsp;#MediaJobs #CommunicationsJobs #HumanRights #PublicRelations #StrategicComms #JoinUs #AmnestyCanada

Amnesty International Canada

Media Officer

Our Vision: 
Safe, Hopeful, Healthy Communities 

 
Our Mission: 

We empower and engage young people, families and communities through collaboration, 
innovation and excellence. 

 
Northstar’s Board of Directors is currently seeking applications from interested candidates with 
a strong finance background (e.g., CPA). We are looking for passionate leaders who believe in 
youth justice and want to help guide Northstar’s strategic direction and financial stewardship. 
As a board member, you will play a key role in advancing our mission and ensuring our 
organization’s long-term sustainability. 
 
Who we are: 
For 45 plus years, Northstar has offered a wide range of programs and services for young people 
and families in Durham Region. These include specialized assessment, counselling and mental 
health supports for youth in conflict with the law and their families; intensive one-to-one support 
for youth who are high risk; supportive educational programming for students through our 2 on-
site classrooms; free violence prevention workshops; and specialized assessment/treatment 
services for youth and families. Please visit <a href="http://www.nscommunity.ca" target="_blank">www.nscommunity.ca</a> for more information. 
 
Role Description 
As a Board Member, you will be responsible for attending regular board meetings, participating 
in strategic planning, and providing oversight and guidance to the organization. Additional 
duties include supporting fundraising efforts, ensuring financial accountability, and advocating 
for the organization's mission and goals. 
 
Recommended qualifications: 
Experience in strategic planning and governance 
Skills in fundraising and financial oversight 
Advocacy experience and knowledge of youth justice services 
Commitment to Northstar’s vision and mission 
Ability to attend regular meetings and dedicate the necessary time to board responsibilities 
Previous board experience is an asset 
 
If you are interested in joining our team and want to help make a difference in the lives of 
young people and their families, please submit cover letter and resumé to 
<a href="mailto:sthompson@nscommunity.ca" target="_blank">sthompson@nscommunity.ca</a>. 
 
We thank you for your interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. 

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Durham Family Court Clinic

L’Arche Comox Valley (LCV) is looking for a financially-minded individual, potentially with an accounting background, with a passion for diversity and inclusion, to serve as Treasurer on our volunteer Board of Directors. (The ideal candidate is a CA or is working towards that designation.) LCV provides support for people living with diverse abilities, through the provision of inclusive supported housing options.About L’Arche Comox ValleyL'Arche&nbsp;is an international federation of&nbsp;non-profit organizations&nbsp;working to create networks of community where people with and without&nbsp;intellectual disabilities&nbsp;live and work together.&nbsp; L'Arche homes and programs operate according to a "community model."&nbsp;L’Arche Comox Valley is organized and operated by a volunteer Board of Directors and is one of 29 L’Arche communities across Canada, operating nearly 200 homes and workplaces, and is part of a network of 145 communities in 40 countries around the world.&nbsp;At L'Arche, people with disabilities, and those who assist them, live together in homes and apartments, sharing life with one another and building community as responsible adults.L’Arche Comox Valley’s Mission is “focused on continued growth and that of the community we serve and that all persons with developmental disabilities are able to embrace life to the fullest extent of their abilities and contribute their unique gifts to society.”LCV is a registered charity and a registered BC Society with highly motivated volunteers and staff to carry out LCV’s mission.&nbsp;LCV’s Directors volunteer approximately 10 hours of their time per month on the Board, including a monthly Board meeting. Directors are appointed at LCV’s AGM in November, and must be a member of LCV.&nbsp; LCV has an onboarding process for new Directors which includes training and mentoring and which begins prior to the new Director joining the Board.LCV’s Board Directors are active in advisory and governance roles surrounding LCV’s projects, special events, fundraising, and networking with funders and governments of all levels. Directors will also contribute to sub-committees and project-specific working groups.&nbsp;We are looking for individuals who have a vision of a more inclusive society and who enjoy spending productive time with friendly, like-minded people and who can commit to a 3-year term on the LCV Board.About the RoleLCV’s Treasurer chairs LCV’s Finance Committee. It is expected that the person expressing interest in the Treasurer position would fully understand accounting rules and processes as applied within a not-for-profit organization. The Treasurer, along with the Finance Committee, will be responsible for the integrity of LCV’s financial records.LCV’s Treasurer can expect to volunteer between five to ten hours a month reviewing the bookkeeping entries, and preparing and presenting financial statements at monthly board meetings. The Treasurer works closely with the Executive Director and the bookkeeper to prepare reports for the Board and for government agencies as required.How to ApplyWe are welcoming applicants effective immediately and the posting will remain open until the position is filled. Please submit a resume showing your relevant background and interest to Hollee Lynda Brosko, LCV’s Executive Director at:&nbsp; <a href="mailto:office@larchecomoxvalley.org" target="_blank">office@larchecomoxvalley.org</a>L’Arche Comox Valley is committed to fostering an environment that is inclusive, and free of discrimination and harassment. Applicants with diverse visions and perspectives are encouraged to apply.

L'Arche Comox Valley

Treasurer

DOCTORS WITHOUT BORDERS 

MEDECINS SANS FRONTIERES CANADA 


Job Description for Board Legal Officer 

Function: 

The MSF Canada Legal Officer is a voluntary officer position on the Board of Directors. 
The Legal Officer can be an elected director, or can be appointed co-opted for terms 
which are not to exceed one year but which can be renewed annually. The position is 
not mandated by the MSF Canada bylaws, but rather is filled at the discretion of the 
Board. 

The role of the Legal Officer is to assist the Board with legal questions that arise, to 
support the proper functioning of the Board, and contribute a perspective rooted in 
experience of legal practice. The legal officer is expected to contribute to Board 
discussions broadly and not to be confined to issues requiring legal expertise. However, 
when asked for guidance regarding matters of procedure, the legal officer is expected to 
provide a fair and objective opinion maintaining detachment from the legal officer’s views 
on the substance of the matter under discussion. The position is essentially an advisory 
role and does not entail formal legal representation of the Board or the organization. The 
Legal Officer is ordinarily expected to serve on the Governance Committee. 

Duties: 

 • Assists the Board in the performance of its oversight role to ensure legal 
compliance by MSF Canada 

 • Remains watchful for possible legal issues affecting the Board or MSF Canada 
and identifies any concerns to the Board or the appropriate individuals 

 • Assists new Board members with orientation to their role and responsibilities and 
helps the Board to function in the model of an effective governance Board 

 • Provides guidance to the Board on procedural matters including proper conduct of 
Board meetings 

 • If requested, provides guidance to the Association membership on procedural 
matters arising at the AG or other meetings of the members and on proper conduct 
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 • Develops familiarity with the MSF Canada bylaws and the formal policies and 
procedures of the Board for purposes of advising the Board and, where 
appropriate, assists in drafting of new policies and procedures 

 • Subject to any professional constraints, addresses legal questions or problems 
that arise from the Board, Board subcommittees, the Executive Director and (with 
the approval of the Executive Director) members of the management team 

 • Assists MSF Canada in respect of involvement of external counsel, if requested, 
including: assessing when it would be appropriate to retain external counsel, 
selecting and formally retaining external counsel; and liaising with counsel. 

 • Supports the FICTA department regarding legal document retention and other 
administrative functions with a legal aspect 

 • Supports the President, the Executive Director, and the Executive Committee as 
requested on legally sensitive matters 

 • Contributes a legal perspective to Board deliberations, particularly given that most 
Board members tend to be elected for their medical qualifications and field 
experience 

Requirements: 

 • May not be actively involved in or employed by the executive of any MSF section 

 • Must actively participate in MSF Canada Board meetings (typically 4 face-to-face 
meetings per year plus 8 video conference meetings per year) 

Qualifications: 

 • Lawyer licensed in Canada with five or more years of experience in legal practice 

 • Knowledgeable about the workings of Canadian charities or other not-for-profit 
organizations, including reporting and compliance requirements and practice and 
procedure relating to governance 

 • Demonstrated interest in humanitarian affairs 

 • Ability to challenge and bring new perspectives to executives and Board 

Approval Date/Review: 

1) This job description was approved by the Board on 31 May 2024. 


DOCTORS WITHOUT BORDERS 

MEDECINS SANS FRONTIERES CANADA 


Description du poste de juriste du Conseil d’administration : 

Fonction : 
 
Le poste de juriste de MSF Canada est un poste bénévole au sein du Conseil 
d'administration (CA). Cette personne peut être élue comme administratrice ou 
administrateur, ou être nommée par cooptation pour un mandat qui ne doit pas 
dépasser un an, mais pouvant être renouvelé chaque année. Cette fonction n’est pas 
prévue par les statuts de MSF Canada, mais relève de la libre appréciation du CA. 


La mission de juriste consiste à apporter son assistance au CA pour toute question 
d’ordre juridique, à soutenir son bon fonctionnement et à apporter un point de vue fondé 
sur l'expérience de la pratique juridique. Il est attendu que la personne en poste 
contribue aux discussions générales du CA, sans se limiter aux questions nécessitant 
une expertise juridique. Toutefois, lorsque son avis est sollicité sur des questions de 
procédure, elle est tenue de fournir des conseils impartiaux et objectifs, en s’abstenant 
d’exprimer ses propres opinions quant au fond du sujet discuté. Cette fonction revêt 
essentiellement un caractère consultatif et n'implique aucune représentation juridique 
officielle du CA ou de l'organisation. La personne occupant le poste doit normalement 
siéger au Comité de gouvernance. 


Responsabilités : 
 

 • Assister le CA dans l'exercice de sa mission de surveillance afin de garantir la 
conformité juridique de MSF Canada. 

 • Anticiper les éventuelles questions juridiques susceptibles d’affecter le CA ou 
MSF Canada, et signaler toute préoccupation au CA ou aux personnes 
compétentes. 

 • Participer à l'orientation des nouveaux membres du CA concernant leur rôle et 
de leurs responsabilités, et aider le CA à exercer ses fonctions conformément 
aux principes de gouvernance efficace. 

 • Conseiller le CA sur les questions de procédure, y compris la bonne conduite 
des réunions du CA. 

 • En cas de besoin, conseiller les membres de l'Association sur les questions de 
procédure soulevées lors de l'Assemblée générale ou d'autres réunions des 
membres, ainsi que sur la bonne conduite des réunions. 


 • Se familiariser avec les règlements de MSF Canada ainsi qu’avec les politiques 
et procédures officielles du CA afin de conseiller ce dernier. Le cas échéant, 
l'aider à rédiger de nouvelles politiques et procédures. 

 • Sous réserve de ses contraintes professionnelles, traiter les questions ou 
problèmes juridiques émanant du CA, de ses sous-comités, de la Direction 
générale et des membres de l'Équipe de direction (avec l'approbation de la 
Direction générale). 

 • En cas de besoin, assister MSF Canada en matière de recours à une assistance 
juridique externe, notamment pour : évaluer les situations où le recours à une 
assistance externe serait adapté, sélectionner et retenir formellement cette 
assistance, et assurer la liaison avec celle-ci. 

 • Soutenir le service des Finances, de l’Informatique et de l’Administration pour la 
conservation des documents juridiques et d'autres fonctions administratives 
ayant un aspect juridique. 

 • En cas de besoin, apporter son soutien aux personnes à la Présidence de 
l’organisation, à la Direction générale et siégeant au Comité exécutif pour toute 
question juridique particulière. 

 • Apporter un éclairage juridique lors des délibérations du CA, d’autant plus que la 
majorité des membres sont généralement élus pour leurs compétences 
médicales et leur expérience de terrain. 

Exigences du poste : 
 

 • Ne pas faire partie de l’équipe de direction de l'un des bureaux de MSF, et ne pas 

avoir de contrat de travail avec l’un d’entre eux 

 • Participer activement aux réunions du Conseil d'administration de MSF Canada 
(généralement jusqu'à quatre réunions en présentiel par an, ainsi que huit 
réunions par visioconférence par an) 


Qualifications : 
 

 • Être titulaire d'une licence d’avocat·e au Canada et avoir au moins cinq ans 

d'expérience dans la pratique juridique 

 • Connaître le fonctionnement des organisations caritatives ou à but non lucratif au 
Canada, les exigences en matière d’établissement de rapports et de conformité, 
ainsi que les pratiques et procédures relatives à la gouvernance. 

 • Faire preuve d’un intérêt pour les enjeux humanitaires 

 • Posséder un esprit critique et la capacité d’apporter de nouvelles perspectives à 

l'Équipe de direction et au CA. 

Date d'approbation/révision : 
 
1) Cette description de poste a été approuvée par le Conseil d'administration le 31 mai 
2024. 


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MSF Canada Board Legal Officer

Please submit your covering letter and resume by noon on October 10th and address it to the attention of the Hiring Committee. &nbsp;No phone calls please. Position:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Peer Support WorkerType of Position:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Permanent Full-TimeNumber of Positions&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1Reporting to:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Recovery Connections Program ManagerSalary and Hours:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$24.00/hour (plus 6% in lieu of benefits during probation) with benefits; 30 hours/week*Please note this role requires firsthand experiencing accessing in-patient hospital-based mental health and substance use services&nbsp;About UsPsychiatric Survivors of Ottawa (PSO) is a member-driven, local non-profit organization offering peer support services in mental health and substance use health. Our team is made up entirely of people with lived and living experience who understand the mental health system firsthand.We believe in the power of peer connection—people supporting people through shared experience. Our services include hospital-based peer support (emergency room and inpatient unit) and post-discharge peer support, family peer support, peer support groups, recreational activities and events, and educational workshops and training. Whether virtual, in-person, or hybrid, everything we do is rooted in community, inclusion, and lived experience.About the Role: Peer Support WorkerWe’re currently looking for Peer Support Workers to join our team. In this role, you’ll provide non-clinical one-on-one and group support to individuals accessing mental health and substance use services—primarily in an Ottawa-area hospital setting. This position may also provide some remote work opportunities, as assigned by the Recovery Connections Program Manager.This position requires someone who has firsthand experience accessing in-patient hospital-based mental health and substance use services and who is skilled at listening deeply, holding space, and supporting others through shared experience as well as comfortable sharing their experience in meaningful and supportive ways.This role is grounded in both active listening and the sharing of lived experience. You’ll offer meaningful, non-judgmental support, helping people feel heard and understood during what could be a very difficult experience. Using intentional peer support-style practices, you’ll walk alongside individuals in their wellness journey, offering connection, information, and hope.At PSO, we’re committed to building a team that reflects the diversity of our community. We strongly encourage applications from people who identify as 2SLGBTQIA+, Indigenous peoples, racialized people, and those having other marginalize and/or intersectional identities.What You’ll Do<ul><li>Provide non-clinical one-on-one support to individuals currently receiving hospital services for mental health and/or substance use reasons.</li><li>Facilitate peer support groups in hospital, community, or virtual settings—sometimes co-hosted with hospital staff as part of a collaborative approach.</li><li>Inspire others by leveraging your lived experience as evidence of wellness, recovery, and resilience</li><li>Work alongside service users to ask questions, find information, and feel supported throughout their hospital stay and as they prepare to transition out.</li><li>Fulfill required administrative duties including data entry, meetings, and other tasks as assigned.&nbsp;</li><li>Build awareness and advocate for the value of peer support, within both hospital and community settings.</li><li>Work alongside teammates and community partners to respond to emerging needs.</li><li>Participate in education, research, and evaluation activities related to peer and family support.</li><li>Follow hospital policies and procedures while maintaining peer support values.</li><li>Take part in ongoing professional development and training opportunities.</li></ul>What We’re Looking For<ul><li>Lived/living experience with accessing inpatient or emergency hospital services for mental health and substance use reasons—and a willingness to share that experience to support others.</li><li>Understanding of the value and principles of intentional peer support.</li><li>Capacity to witness and remain grounded in situations where institutional power imbalances that may restrict individual autonomy, and to provide trauma-informed, empathetic support to those affected.</li><li>Experience supporting diverse populations and the ability to build authentic, trusting relationships.</li><li>Strong communication skills rooted in empathy, empowerment, and hope.</li><li>Understanding and modelling of personal/professional boundaries and confidentiality.</li><li>Able to work autonomously in a self-directed manner and within small, self-sustaining teams, while maintaining a strong connection to the larger multi-site team</li><li>Commitment to self-care, self-compassion, and working from a strengths-based perspective</li><li>Familiarity with mental health, substance use health, and community support systems.</li><li>Training in programs like Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP ©) (or willingness to obtain it).</li><li>Bilingualism (French/English) is required for roles at Montfort Hospital; otherwise, it’s an asset.</li></ul>Additional Requirements &amp; Considerations<ul><li>Must be able to obtain a Vulnerable Sector Police Check.</li><li>Must be able to provide up-to-date medical clearances (e.g., vaccinations, tuberculosis testing). Medical exemptions will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.</li><li>This position requires evening and weekend work.</li><li>This role involves a mix of active and sedentary tasks, including extended computer use.</li><li>This position also involves listening to difficult experiences and potentially witnessing upsetting situations while providing peer support.</li></ul>This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required.Ready to Apply?If this opportunity sounds like a good fit, we’d love to hear from you! Please send us your cover letter and resume addressed to the Hiring Committee at <a href="mailto:info@pso-ottawa.ca" target="_blank">info@pso-ottawa.ca</a>. Don’t just tell us what we want to hear, show us how you fit what we’re looking for and why you would make a great addition to our team.We know applying to a job takes time and thank all candidates for their interest. While we are not able to get back to every candidate, we will ensure shortlisted applicants are aware of their status and will do our best to provide feedback if that can be helpful.&nbsp;Accommodation will be made available for applicants with a disability throughout the hiring process, kindly make your needs known in advance. &nbsp;

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