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Global Choice Canada is an international exchange program for high school students. We host students in Canada from all over the world! We need volunteers to run orientations for our students in order to help them work through challenges like culture shock, homesickness, and more. We teach intercultural learning to help foster responsible global citizens. &nbsp;

Check out our Instagram to see what we're all about!
<a href="https://www.instagram.com/globalchoicecanada/" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/globalchoicecanada/</a>*Please note that the cities listed are all the cities where we host students. If you do not reside in one of these areas, you may also participate in virtual volunteering.Official Partner of AFS Canada and AFS International.

Global Choice Canada

International Exchange Program Orientation Facilitator

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Youth &amp; Family Engagement Lead to join our team at Rosedale United Church, a congregation of approximately 200 members in midtown, Toronto. The Youth and Family Engagement Lead has overall responsibility for fostering community among children, youth and families at RUC and helping young people and families engage with spirituality and social justice. We want to share the sense of connection, community, and compassion this church has given to previous generations with a new generation.&nbsp;KEY RESPONSIBILITIESStrengthen &amp; Grow Community Connections<ul><li>Develop strategies, programs, and events to deepen connections with current RUC parents, children, and youth, focusing on warm peer and intergenerational friendships.</li><li>Engage youth and families from surrounding neighbourhoods in creative and innovative ways with Rosedale United Church, through new programs tailored to children/youth/family interests and developmental needs.</li><li>Ensure the safety and well-being of all participants.</li><li>Research, develop, and lead programs for young people and families (with the intended audience both from RUC and from the surrounding neighbourhoods) that help them to deepen their spirituality and engage in social justice.</li><li>Seek out other youth and family leads in neighbouring congregations to collaborate on programs and activities for youth and young adults.</li><li>Collaborate with other team members to develop new programs and improve existing initiatives.</li><li>Assist in setting up programs and activities, organizing materials, and managing logistical aspects of programs&nbsp;</li></ul>Develop &amp; Lead a Sunday Morning Church Program for children<ul><li>Create a meaningful Sunday School program for children during the Sunday morning worship service, using a current United Church of Canada-approved curriculum.</li><li>Plan and facilitate engaging activities and programs tailored to children's interests and developmental needs.</li><li>Ensure the safety and well-being of all children during Sunday morning activities.</li><li>Maintain a welcoming environment that promotes inclusivity and respect among participants. </li><li>Communicate effectively with parents, guardians, and community partners as needed </li><li>Assist in setting up programs and activities, organizing materials, and managing logistical aspects of programs&nbsp;</li></ul>Collaborate on Marketing and Communications<ul><li>Collaborate with the staff team on social media, marketing, and communication strategies to reach out to younger adults, families, children, and youth in the surrounding community, actively tracking all family info and engagement in the database.</li></ul>WORK ENVIRONMENT<ul><li>This position will report to the Minister of Worship &amp; Spiritual Care.</li><li>This is a hybrid position. All programs and events are to be conducted in person but planning and coordination of programming may take place remotely.</li><li>Regular work hours are 20/week and will include offering programs on evenings and weekends. Sunday mornings in person at church are mandatory, 9am-12pm.</li><li>Additional occasional evening and weekend work may be required to support special events, rentals, important deadlines or special worship services including Christmas Eve, Good Friday, and Easter Sunday.</li></ul>EXPRERIENCE &amp; EDUCATION<ul><li>Post-secondary education in ministry, theology, education, social work or a related field; equivalent experience may be considered.</li><li>Experience working with children and youth, event planning and coordination, grassroots organizing, volunteer coordination and management, preferably in a nonprofit, church, or community organization setting.</li><li>A strong understanding of digital channels and tactics, including content marketing, and email marketing.</li><li>Familiarity with multimedia tools, such as graphic design programs like Canva, Mailchimp. </li><li>Satisfactory completion of a Vulnerable Sector Check (required prior to employment).</li><li>Must be legally entitled to work in Canada on a permanent basis (i.e., not on a temporary work permit or visa).</li></ul>SKILLS &amp; ABILITIES<ul><li>Has an appreciation and experience of church and the Christian faith tradition</li><li>From a strong personal spiritual life, able to encourage spiritual life in others</li><li>Is open-minded and curious about how the United Church can fill a spiritual void with people who don’t have a lot of experience with church</li><li>Experience working with children or youth in educational, recreational, or community settings is preferred </li><li>Comfortable being outside the church, meeting with people to determine their needs, discussing what RUC is all about with neighbourhood partners</li><li>Excellent verbal and written communication skills</li><li>A creative thinker, willing to risk and experiment</li><li>Organized, adaptable, and flexible, with strong skills in project and event management</li><li>Able to build partnerships and work collaboratively</li><li>Warm, engaging person with ability to listen</li><li>Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to connect with young people from diverse backgrounds </li><li>Ability to leverage various social media platforms to engage with audiences, manage communities, and stay on top of trends</li><li>Optimistic and able to encourage enthusiasm in others</li><li>Excellent organizational skills</li><li>Ability to lead activities confidently while maintaining a safe environment </li><li>Enthusiastic, responsible, and committed to fostering positive youth development </li><li>Ability to work flexible hours including evenings or weekends if required </li><li>Knowledge of diversity, equity, and inclusion.&nbsp; RUC is an Affirming Ministries congregation. We embrace and welcome all persons of every race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity/expression, sexuality, marital status, physical and mental ability, and economic status. We are explicit in our affirmation of those in the LGBTQ+ community in the church.</li></ul>This position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of young individuals and families while developing valuable leadership skills.EMPLOYMENT TERMS &amp; COMPENSATION<ul><li>Job Type: Part time, hybrid. All programs and events are in person, as is Sunday morning.</li><li>Schedule: Flexible hours (20/week). This position will require hours to be worked in the evenings and weekends to actively participate in program delivery.</li><li>Compensation: $40,000–$60,000 per year, commensurate with experience</li><li>Pension &amp; Benefits: Available after a 3-month probationary period</li></ul>We are part of the United Church of Canada, a denomination with a rich, progressive, and continuing history of welcoming all in the name of Christ. We offer a meaningful weekly Sunday morning worship service with excellent music, spiritual care and support, adult learning groups, and impactful social justice programs and initiatives. The welcoming space of our building also houses The Rosedale Centre, which offers both faith-based and secular programs to support community connection and human flourishing through music, arts, events, and wellness programs for people of all ages and backgrounds. Through spiritual and community engagement, we create the space for individuals to learn, grow, serve, and find belonging in a way that is meaningful to them.

Rosedale United Church & The Rosedale Centre

Youth & Family Engagement Lead

A S2F Virtual Coach plays a significant role in encouraging children weekly to achieve positive change physically, mentally, and emotionally through fitness and literacy. Coaches help build confidence and motivation within children, while reducing learning gaps and developing a lifelong love of learning.We have two online volunteering opportunities:Our Brainworx! is an online afterschool program for students in grades 1-6 and runs twice a week between Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, for 30-40 minutes each session. We focus on physical activity, literacy, and social-emotional development. Each group has 10-12 students and 3-4 coaches. Our Brainworx program has various start times between 3:30pm - 6:30pm EST.The Junior Coach Leadership Program is an online afterschool program for students in grades 7 and 8. It runs on Mondays afterschool for 1 hour and focuses on developing students’ leadership skills, while still incorporating physical activity and literacy. Start times are 4:30 and 6:30pm EST (4:30pm MST).Details:<ul><li>October to May (fall and winter term only available)</li><li>flexible timing, between 4:30-6:30pm EST</li><li>10-12 participants and 2-3 volunteer coaches per group</li><li>Sessions include fitness, literacy &amp; mentoring activities, with emphasis on building character strengths</li><li>An easy-to-use virtual platform to facilitate programming</li></ul>Please note that while this is a virtual opportunity, volunteers must be located in Canada.Why volunteer?<ul><li>Use your talents: Bring your skills in leading, team building, organizing, planning, etc as part of a team, and develop new ones.</li><li>Improve wellbeing: A great way to benefit your own mental and physical wellbeing in a fun environment!</li><li>Network: Meet other like-minded people from all different walks of life. Work together and learn from each other.</li><li>Make a difference: Most importantly, make a lasting impact by supporting young students for a better future.</li></ul>Skills:<ul><li>Verbal communication</li><li>Active listening</li><li>Empathy</li><li>Enthusiastic engagement</li><li>Adjusting to change</li><li>Problem solving</li><li>Time Management</li><li>Group facilitation</li><li>Building relationships</li><li>Teamwork</li><li>Leading by example</li></ul>

Start2Finish

Virtual Coach & Mentor

Are you over the age of 18 and interested in making a positive impact in the Halton community? &nbsp;Do your friends and family tell you that you're great with children and youth? &nbsp;Why not consider sharing your spare time, skills and laughter with a child or youth in need in your community? &nbsp;Our volunteers act as positive role models to children and youth of all ages throughout Halton. &nbsp; In as little as a few hours a month, you can make a significant difference in the life of a child or youth. &nbsp;Halton CAS is dedicated to developing mentorship relationships that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve, and we encourage applications from all diverse groups. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Role •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;To be a friend and good role model for a child or youth in care. Friendships and trust are formed, and positive social skills,&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; confidence and self-esteem are instilled.Time Commitment •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Time is dependent on the requirements of each child or youth and what time you have available to commit. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Approximately once a week and a minimum one-year commitment is required.Major Responsibilities •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;To provide positive and supportive communication between yourself and the child or youth, leading by example. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;To report activities and progress to the child or youth’s worker. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Be attentive to the needs and interests of the child or youth. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Take ownership for the goals and direction provided by Halton CAS/worker. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Adhere to the guidelines of the Halton CAS Code of Conduct.Requirements/Qualifications •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Listening skills, friendly, non-judgmental, caring, experience in relating to children, youth, and families. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Good time management and organization skills. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Be fully vaccinated and provide receipt. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Vulnerable Sector Screening. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Driver’s Abstract. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Patience, sense of humour and a caring personality.<ul><li>Over the age of 18</li></ul>Benefits •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Establish a new meaningful connection with a child or youth in your community. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Foster growth and development.&nbsp; •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Facilitate life skills development in a child or youth within your community.You Are . . . •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;A team player who possesses leadership qualities. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Enthusiastic and energetic. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Reliable and punctual. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Motivated. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Accountable. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Outgoing and enjoy meeting new people. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Conscientious.Team Support •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Supervisor of Volunteer Services •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Child or youth’s worker •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Volunteer Services Team AssistantContact Clara Costa, Supervisor of Volunteer Services @ <a href="mailto:ccosta@haltoncas.ca" target="_blank">ccosta@haltoncas.ca</a> to apply or if you have any questions.

Halton Children's Aid Society

In- Person Volunteer Mentor

<h2>About us</h2>Elevation Child &amp; Family Services is committed to providing exceptional support and services to children and families. Our team is dedicated to fostering a nurturing environment where every child can thrive.<h2>What you will do</h2><ul><li>Support children and youth in their daily activities and routines.</li><li>Develop and implement individualized care plans.</li><li>Collaborate with families, educators, and other professionals.</li><li>Promote a safe and positive environment.</li><li>Document and report on progress and incidents.</li></ul><h2>What we are looking for</h2><ul><li>Required: Experience working with children and youth particularly those with behavioral or mental health challenges.</li><li>Required: Solid understanding of child and youth development theories, trauma-informed care, and mental health issues.</li><li>Required: Knowledge and practical experience with de-escalation techniques and crisis management.</li><li>Required: Diploma/ Degree in Child and Youth Care, Social Work, Psychology or related field.&nbsp;</li><li>Required: Valid First Aid &amp; CPR, Safe Management or UMAB Certificate, G2/G Driver's Licence and Vulnerable Sector-Broad Record Check (completed within 12 months)&nbsp;</li></ul><h2>Why join us?</h2><ul><li>Opportunity to make a positive impact on children's lives.</li><li>Supportive and collaborative work environment.</li><li>Professional development opportunities.</li></ul><h2>Our Hiring process</h2><ul><li>Initial application review.</li><li>Phone screening interview.</li><li>Virtual interview with the team.</li><li>Reference and background checks.</li><li>Offer and onboarding.</li></ul><h2>&nbsp;Location/ Hiring Positions</h2><ul><li>Location: Brampton</li><li>Hiring Position: Full-Time Rotating, Full-Time Overnight, Part-Time Weekend</li></ul>

Elevation Child & Family Services

Child and Youth Worker

General Office Volunteer - High Intensity (remote) Organization: Right to Live Canada Right to Live Canada | 30+ hrs/week | Volunteer Position------ The Mission Canada is currently facing a human rights crisis of international consequence: poverty-driven disability euthanasia (MAiD). Individuals, blocked by state-enforced poverty, are choosing to end their lives with state assistance due to being unable to access essentials such as medical procedures, supportive housing, or even food. This systemic failure has triggered a United Nations investigation, criticism from the Canadian Human Rights Commission, and global condemnation.Right to Live Canada is engineering the only viable, system-level alternative to this crisis -- Social Brokerage. By creating a pipeline between sources of raw capital and specific one-time support plans ("Stability Mandates") for individuals in the process of applying for MAiD, the organization creates the "viable alternative" that the system itself mandates its assessors to find but does not currently provide. This represents the world's first market-based solution to poverty-driven euthanasia and the creation of a social impact credit system which exchanges philanthropic capital for verified, life-affirming outcomes, akin to carbon credits.Right to Live Canada is currently pre-pilot.------ The Opportunity Right to Live Canada is a start-up non-profit solving economic euthanasia. We are in need of high intensity, committed volunteers who are ready and willing to put in the hard work to &nbsp;advance our work. This means a volunteer load of 30+ hours per week, for a duration up to the volunteer. The only common skill requirement is the ability to work in a remote office environment (Slack, Google Workspace). We will assign you a relevant role based on your resume and skill background.This opportunity would be ideal for those who have the opportunity for sufficient availability (summer break, unemployment, retired, etc) and want utilize their time in an impactful and meaningful way. The high hours and thus intensity commitment per week allows us to fill some work needs that require a single dedicated volunteer on a given, time-intensive, urgent task.Please note that only candidates with backgrounds in need for our internal open roles will be contacted.

Right to Live Canada

General Office Volunteers - High Intensity (remote)

Summary:&nbsp;Provides clinical counselling and ongoing supervision of staff after assessing client’s social, psychological, emotional, and/or behavioural issues and by developing therapeutic programs and interventions.Key Duties and Responsibilities:<ul><li>Supervise clinical counsellors, providing regular case consultation, performance feedback, and professional development support to ensure adherence to best practices and organizational standards.</li><li>Provide clinical leadership, mentorship, and consultation to interdisciplinary staff, students, and partners by supporting case discussions, recommending evidence-based interventions, and promoting effective, continuous care for youth and families.</li><li>Oversee daily operations of walk-in counselling and allied health services, managing caseloads, supervising interns, and ensuring culturally responsive, evidence-informed practice.</li><li>Collaborate with inter-professional teams and community partners to develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans for youth and families, ensuring services are coordinated and client centered.</li><li>Design and deliver clinical education and training for staff and service providers using evidence-based models and adult learning principles; create relevant materials and evaluate effectiveness.</li><li>Support and supervise walk-in counselling staff and interns, including onboarding, annual performance evaluation input, and identifying learning needs to ensure clinical growth and competency.</li><li>Lead or participate in committees, case management meetings, and community initiatives, representing the clinical perspective and supporting the development of integrated service pathways.</li><li>Engage in public education, staff training, and outreach, delivering presentations, facilitating support groups, and promoting prevention strategies within the community.</li></ul>Counselling and Case Management Skills:<ul><li>Knowledge and awareness of a wide range of individual and family counselling techniques.</li><li>Knowledge of the principles of Integrated Case Management and ability to apply these principles in practice when working with allied professionals involved with clients.</li><li>Comprehensive knowledge of the broad range of issues pertaining to mental health and substance use among adolescents, young adults, and their families.</li><li>Demonstrated knowledge of supervisory and consultative processes and of clinical supervision models, with the ability to identify learning needs, teach, coach and provide clinical information and supervision.</li><li>Demonstrated therapeutic skills and the ability to apply theory and practice in the areas of case management and individual, family and group therapy with clients with a variety of mental health and substance use disorders.</li><li>Demonstrated knowledge and application of trauma-informed and culturally safe principles of care.</li><li>Demonstrated knowledge of team-based primary care.</li><li>Demonstrated knowledge of relevant Acts, pertinent regulations, policy, procedures and other statutory and certification requirements (i.e. Mental Health Act; Adult Guardianship Act; Health Care (Consent) and Care Facility (Admission) Act; Child, Family and Community Service Act; and Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act).</li><li>Demonstrated ability to teach, coach, and provide clinical support.</li><li>Effective listening and consensus building skills that promote communication and lead to a cooperative approach to problem solving and decision making within interdisciplinary settings.</li><li>Ability to manage crisis situations and provide leadership to staff in the management of client crises.</li><li>Ability to make effective referrals in a collaborative manner, reflecting in-depth knowledge of community resources and strong collaborative skills in working with other community partners.</li><li>Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.</li></ul>Other Skills &amp; Abilities:<ul><li>Demonstrate cultural sensitivity and understanding of the client population’s cultural and socio-economic characteristics.</li><li>Able to form a mutually respectful partnership with persons served and their families in which they are helped to gain skills and confidence to address any issues and problems they face.</li><li>Able to accept the differences they will find among their clients.</li><li>Accept clients’ rights to self-determination and individuality and must not discriminate on the basis of Indigenous identity, race, colour, ancestry, place of origin, political belief, religion, socio-economic status, marital status, family status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or age.</li><li>Able and willing to understand young offender issues and to be trained in working with offenders.</li><li>Demonstrated knowledge, experience, and sensitivity in working with Indigenous and multicultural issues preferred.</li><li>Able to work effectively with others in a multicultural environment, independently and as part of an interprofessional team, including understanding the frameworks of other disciplines.</li><li>Have basic computer and Internet skills.</li></ul>Qualifications – Education/Experience<ul><li>Master’s degree in counselling psychology or a related counselling field</li><li>Ability to register as a Clinical Counsellor</li><li>At least 3 years of recent related experience, including 1 year of supervisory experience</li><li>Experience working in a multi-disciplinary team</li><li>Experience working directly with youth</li></ul>Other Job requirements.<ul><li>Criminal records check clearance, including vulnerable sector clearance.</li><li>Follow the Code of Ethics and the Mission Statement of SHARE Family &amp; Community Services. </li><li>Abide by the relevant rules and regulations as set out by the Ministry of Children and Family Development.</li><li>May be required to type confidential, sensitive, graphic information.</li><li>May be required to deal with emotionally charged people in the office space or on the telephone.</li></ul>Post Closing date - Open until filledLocation: &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Port CoquitlamHours: &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;35 hours per week. Monday to Friday (Open to flexible hours and some evenings).Start Date:&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;ImmediatelySHARE recognizes the systemic discrimination that Black, Indigenous, Persons of Colour and many other groups have historically experienced, and continue to face in our society, and in our community.&nbsp; SHARE is committed to being an inclusive, welcoming and unbiased employer. Multilingual skills and multicultural competence are assets.Our OrganizationSHARE&nbsp;is an accredited non-profit, independent, community-based organization providing leadership and programs in response to the social needs of the residents of the Tri-Cities (Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam, Port Moody, Anmore and Belcarra), New Westminster and adjacent communities.&nbsp; SHARE Family &amp; Community Services exists to&nbsp;Connect,&nbsp;Engage, and&nbsp;Strengthen&nbsp;Individuals and Families.To learn more about SHARE Family &amp; Community Services:<ul><li>watch this video&nbsp;<a href="https://vimeo.com/316966573" target="_blank">https://vimeo.com/316966573</a></li><li>Visit our website at&nbsp; <a href="https://sharesociety.ca/" target="_blank">https://sharesociety.ca/</a></li></ul>

SHARE Family & Community Services

Clinical Lead (Foundry)

Title of Job: Peer Support Worker Date: December 24, 2025 Closing Date: January 9, 2025 Location:&nbsp;Toronto, ON - Transitional Aged Youth Compensation: $50,409 - $59,904 Annually Prorated Contract Duration: until August 15, 2026 Work Hours: 20 hours per week Work Type: Onsite Job ID: 10497608 Existing or New Position: Existing Who We Are: LOFT Community Services is a unique and dynamic charitable organization that supports people living with complex issues such as mental and physical health challenges, substance use challenges, poverty and homelessness. Serving 20,573 annually and providing 1,856 units of supportive housing last year, LOFT is one of Ontario’s largest mental health service providers of its kind. LOFT is also recognized as a Nonprofit Employer of Choice™ Award (NEOC) recipient.Job Summary: The Peer Support Worker position is open to those who have lived experience with mental health and/or addiction and have gone through a process of recovery. The peer mentor is responsible to use their lived experience to assist others in the recovery process and to navigate the mental health and addiction systems. This would be accomplished through a variety of activities such as group facilitation, individual support with appointments and structured positive relationship building.The Peer Support Worker supports the collaboration between LOFT and Strides- Youth Wellness Hub ON (YWHO). The Peer Support Worker role will work in collaboration with the partners at the designated YWHO site (e.g. 1940 Eglinton Ave East), and will also work at the TAY hub. The Peer Support Worker will have a unique role collaborating with the community and other health and social service providers. The peer support worker shall provide 1:1 peer support and help co-facilitate these groups for youth. The program requires availability to work evenings and Saturdays. Youth Wellness Hubs Ontario (YWHO) aims to bring integrated low barrier services to youth (12-25) and their families/caregivers. YWHO is improving Ontario’s mental health and addiction landscape for youth and their families by providing rapid access to mental health and substance use services as well as clear referral pathways to interdisciplinary team and community supports.What You Will Do:To accompany clients to various appointments in the community.Help with goal setting, problem solving and emotional supportWork in collaboration with other program staff and community partnersContribute to program development and implementation.Facilitate and co-facilitate mental health/recovery/treatment groups.Have up-to date knowledge of local resources. Assist with referrals to support as needed.To help ensure that clients are connecting with caseworkers and caseworkers with clients.Supports a regular number of clients by meeting in the communityEstablishing a supportive relationship, alwaysGuide clients to make choices that promote safety, wellness and recovery.Positive role model and encouragement of others in the recovery processAssist with drop-in programs at various city locationsAttend training sessions and group meetingsHave regular supervision with director or senior staffPrepare and dismantle group/including light cleaning and trash removalPositively contribute to the TAY program by providing back-up support for other staff and by engaging in collaborative team activities.What You Bring:Completion of peer training.Experience/knowledge of mental health/ addictions systems.Solid working knowledge of recovery principles.Knowledge of local community mental health services including formal and informal supports.Some experience in peer support counselling.Strong interpersonal and communication skills.Strong ability to work independently and on a team.Enthusiastic problem solver, positive conflict resolution and goal setting practices.Proficient computer skills.Flexible availability: weekend work and some evenings may be required with advanced notice.Knowledge/experience with Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is an asset.Work Environment:Walk up and down stairs, physically able to assist client with daily living activities, 10%-20% travel to different locations with transit and/or own vehicle, outdoor travel, lifting objects up to 50 lbs.What We Offer:E-learning program available all year roundStarting vacation time above minimum standardCorporate Gym membership rate with GoodLife FitnessAccess to Perkopolis, a comprehensive corporate discount programAccess to unlimited DEI trainings through partnership Canadian Centre for Diversity and InclusionOur Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: LOFT Community Services is a values-driven organization with a deep belief that each person has the ability to grow and change. We value compassion, collaboration, and community delivered with dignity, innovation, and excellence. LOFT’s vision is that together, we can all live successfully in our community. Our client population reflects Ontario’s diverse community and it is LOFT’s goal to build a workforce who also reflects that diversity. LOFT believes there are many ways to develop skills and build experience and expertise. So even if you don’t “tick all the boxes” but think you’d thrive in this role, you are encouraged to apply.Note:A satisfactory vulnerable sector check (VSC) is also required.This posting provides only a summary of the responsibilities and requirements for the position.

LOFT Community Services

Peer Support Worker_PT-Contract

Employment Type:&nbsp;Full Time, PermanentWork Hours:&nbsp;35 hours per weekSalary:&nbsp; $55,808 (L6) annually, plus comprehensive benefitsLocation:&nbsp;&nbsp;Toronto, OntarioInternal Application Deadline:&nbsp; Monday, January 5, 2026External Application Deadline:&nbsp; Wednesday, January 7, 2026JOIN OUR TEAMYWCA Toronto strives to uphold anti-discrimination practices and anti-oppression principles to ensure that the rights of all individuals are respected and protected. We work to promote a climate that is welcoming of all women and individuals who identify as Trans, intersex, non-binary, agender, and/or Two-Spirit.&nbsp;We encourage applications from women and gender diverse people from&nbsp;all races, ethnic origins, religions, abilities and sexual orientations.The Community Engagement and Outreach Worker, as part of the YWCA Camping &amp; Outdoor Education program team, plays a vital role by building bridges between the camp, partner organizations and the diverse communities of Toronto. This position ensures that all campers feel supported year-round, with meaningful engagement both in the city during the off season and at camp during the summer. The position is responsible for assisting in the delivery of appropriate and diverse cultural programming and training and providing hands-on support to summer camp operations.ABOUT YWCA TORONTO – CAMP TAPAWINGOCamp Tapawingo is a summer camp near Parry Sound which offers carefully developed programming in a relaxed camp setting on beautiful Georgian Bay. Girls and gender diverse youth thrive as they develop leadership skills, gain confidence and embark on new experiences and fun adventures. YWCA Toronto is committed to increasing Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility (IDEA) within Camp Tapawingo programs and services. We aspire to be a camp representative of Toronto’s diverse community and to provide a welcoming space where camp participants, families, counsellors-in-training and staff feel safe and valued. We provide financial assistance to help remove barriers for girls and gender diverse youth to access the outdoors.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES<ul><li>Lead community outreach by building strong partnerships with schools, families and local organizations;</li><li>Support camper and staff recruitment and enrollment processes with particular attention to communities historically excluded from outdoor and camp opportunities;</li><li>Serve as a compassionate point of contact for families, helping them navigate resources, camp readiness, financial assistance, and other needs;</li><li>Represent the camp at community events, workshops, and partner meetings;</li><li>Design and deliver appropriate programming that celebrates diversity and fosters belonging both at camp and in the city;</li><li>Research and identify best practices and recommend I.D.E.A. strategies and actions for the program;</li><li>Provide hands on support to camp operations including orientation, emergency procedures site set up and activity facilitation;</li><li>Contribute to program administration in all seasons including data collection, social media, newsletters and budget supports;</li><li>Live on-site at camp from June until September and spring and fall as needed.</li></ul>QUALIFICATIONS<ul><li>In-depth knowledge of an academic discipline normally acquired through an Undergraduate degree in Child and Youth Work, Social Work, Education or Recreation degree (Cases for Equivalency will be considered);</li><li>5 to 7 years’ experience working with girls and gender-diverse youth in an overnight camp setting;</li><li>Strong communication and relationship-building skills with youth, families, and partner organizations;</li><li>Comfort working outdoors in an overnight summer camp environment;</li><li>Knowledge of cultural programming, equity, and inclusion practices;</li><li>Ability to work independently in the city during off-season and collaboratively in a camp environment during summer;</li><li>Ability to work flexible hours, including some evenings/weekends during the school year and full-time onsite during the camping season;</li><li>Demonstrated good judgement, flexibility, creativity, and enthusiasm for youth development;</li><li>Valid driver’s license;</li><li>CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to obtain;</li><li>Must possess excellent computer skills including Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint), the Internet, MS Teams, Campbrain or other camp registration software, or Canva;</li><li>Good organizational skills and strong attention to detail and proven ability to meet deadlines;</li><li>Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written</li><li>Required to travel at least 20% of the time</li><li>Vacation may not be taken during the on-site time at camp.</li></ul>Note: This position is required to live on-site at YWCA Camp Tapawingo from June until end of August, as well as additional time in the spring and fall as needed. Room &amp; Board provided while at camp.What We Offer:<ul><li>Comprehensive Medical, Vision, and Dental Coverage</li><li>Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Benefit</li><li>Multi-Sector Pension Plan: Employer’s contribution of 5.75% and Employee Contribution of 3.25%</li><li>Time off: Starts with 20 Vacation Days, 1.5 Days Per Month Sick Leave, 12 Paid Holidays, Health Promotional Days and 4 Float Days</li><li>Other Benefits: Child Care Benefits, Maternity/Parental Leave Supplementary Employment Benefits, Educational/Sabbatical Leave, and Financial Assistance for Professional Development</li></ul>Vaccination Policy: In accordance with YWCA Toronto’s COVID-19 Vaccination Policy, all YWCA Toronto employees, students and volunteers are strongly encouraged to obtain all COVID-19 vaccinations and booster doses as recommended by Toronto Public Health.&nbsp;HOW TO APPLYPlease click or copy and paste the link in your browser to apply:<a href="https://ywcatoronto.applytojob.com/apply/cDGVUBPd8x/Community-Engagement-And-Outreach-Worker?source=Charity+Village" target="_blank">https://ywcatoronto.applytojob.com/apply/cDGVUBPd8x/Community-Engagement-And-Outreach-Worker?source=Charity+Village</a>Please note:&nbsp;A vulnerable sector police reference check is required by the successful candidate prior to hiring. YWCA Toronto is a unionized workplace. Staff are represented by CUPE Local 2189. This position is within the Bargaining Unit. Please indicate on your cover letter if you are an internal candidate. For internal applicants, this position is not secondable.YWCA Toronto promotes the principles of anti-oppression and adheres to the tenets of the Ontario Human Rights Code. We encourage applications from women and gender diverse people of all races, ethnic origins, religions, abilities and sexual orientations.&nbsp;YWCA Toronto provides accommodation during all parts of the hiring process, upon request, to applicants with disabilities. If contacted, please advise us if you require any accommodation.&nbsp;While we thank all candidates for their interest, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.&nbsp;YWCA Toronto is a Scent-Sensitive Workplace.

YWCA Toronto

Community Engagement and Outreach Worker

Job Title: Youth Coordinator&nbsp;Location: Remote, anywhere in Canada&nbsp;Type: Part-time, contract&nbsp;About Us: Moms Stop the Harm (MSTH) is a network of Canadian families impacted by substance-use-related harm and death. We advocate for the change of failed drug policies, provide peer support to grieving families, and assist those with loved ones who use or have used substances.&nbsp;Job Summary:&nbsp;Reporting to the MSTH Program Co-ordinator, the Youth Coordinator will play a key role in engaging and supporting youth across Canada who have been impacted by substance use within their families and communities. This position is responsible for recruiting, coordinating, and facilitating youth Healing Hearts and Holding Hope groups across Canada, as well as establishing a national youth steering committee and providing ongoing support to youth participants and volunteers. The ideal candidate will have an understanding of substance use and its effects on families—especially youth—and be comfortable discussing topics related to substance use, trauma, bereavement, stigma, grief, and loss.&nbsp;Key Responsibilities&nbsp;<ul><li>Recruit, onboard, and provide consistent support to youth participating in a national Youth Steering Committee. </li><li>Implement <a href="https://www.holdinghopecanada.org/" target="_blank">Holding Hope&nbsp;</a>and<a href="https://www.healingheartscanada.org/" target="_blank">&nbsp;Healing Hearts&nbsp;</a>groups to provide support for youth. </li><li>Facilitate ongoing meetings and communication with the Youth Steering Committee to ensure meaningful engagement and collaboration. </li><li>Utilize input from youth, youth groups, and relevant organizations to guide program direction, development, and improvement. </li><li>Support youth with empathy, professionalism, and a calm approach to navigating sensitive issues, including stigma, substance use, death, trauma, grief, and loss. </li><li>Identify and assess the ongoing needs of youth participants, leveraging existing resources or developing new ones as necessary. </li><li>Maintain strict adherence to all confidentiality and privacy policies outlined under Moms Stop the Harm guidelines. </li><li>Assist in collecting data related to program activities to support program evaluation and reporting.&nbsp;</li></ul>Qualifications and Skills&nbsp;<ul><li>Experience working with youth in a leadership, support, or coordination role. </li><li>Previous experience working with youth in crisis intervention, counselling, social work, or a related field. </li><li>BA in Social Work or relevant field preferred; equivalent experience may be considered. </li><li>Knowledge of substance use and its impacts on families and communities. </li><li>Demonstrated comfort and sensitivity in discussing difficult topics, including trauma and grief. </li><li>Excellent communication, interpersonal, and group facilitation skills. </li><li>Ability to work collaboratively with youth and community partners. </li><li>Strong organizational and documentation skills. </li><li>Demonstrated experience in developing education-oriented materials. </li><li>Awareness and understanding of substance use, harm reduction, and the ability to work using a harm reduction approach. </li><li>Skilled in discussing issues of substance use, trauma and bereavement. </li><li>Strong problem-solving abilities and resourcefulness. </li><li>Proficiency using Google Workspace tools.&nbsp;</li></ul>Contract Length:&nbsp;<ul><li>1-year fixed-term contract, with the possibility of extension dependent on funding&nbsp;</li></ul>Working Hours:&nbsp;<ul><li>This is a contract role for 25 hours per week. Ability to work varied hours across all Canadian time zones, as well as evenings and weekends. </li><li>MSTH is a fully remote, national organization, and the youth coordinator may be required to work within specified dayparts that require related support across all time zones.&nbsp;</li></ul>Benefits:&nbsp;<ul><li>No commuting. No gas or parking to pay for. Casual dress. </li><li>Career Progression. We’re looking to build, and for the right person, you can help lead MSTH’s growth. </li><li>Be part of a respected national organization supporting families and challenging laws and policies that continue to drive the unregulated drug poisoning emergency in Canada. </li><li>Friendly and supportive work environment with super nice people.&nbsp;</li></ul>Compensation:&nbsp;<ul><li>Between $28.00 – $32.00/hr based upon applicant experience.&nbsp;</li></ul>Application Process:&nbsp;Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume and a cover letter outlining their qualifications and interest in the role to Program Coordinator, Antoinette Gravel-Ouellette, at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:Antoinette.STCA@MomsStopTheHarm.com" target="_blank">Antoinette.STCA@MomsStopTheHarm.com</a> no later than January 7th, at 5:00pm (PST). We thank all applicants for their interest in MSTH; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. MSTH also reserves the right to suspend its candidate search before January 7th should an ideal applicant present themselves before the posting deadline.&nbsp;Selection Process:&nbsp;Applications will be reviewed after the deadline listed above. Selected candidates will be invited to participate in a virtual interview with MSTH. Professional reference checks will be completed prior to final selection.&nbsp;Commitment to Equity in the Hiring Process:&nbsp;MSTH is committed to equity in its hiring process and encourages applications from individuals from equity-deserving communities and with lived experience. Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process upon request.&nbsp;

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