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Are you passionate about using your skills to help make Canadian cities more sustainable? Would you like to join a team with a clear focus and goals? THE OPPORTUNITY Biosphere Eco-Cities Canada (BECC) is seeking few new volunteers for our fundraising team. Current members are keen and performing well. Yet, someone with broad fundraising experience would be a great asset. The current focus of the team is on obtaining funding for a youth climate action project to take place in five Canadian Cities. Funding of core costs is also being pursued. BACKGROUND A Biosphere Eco-City (BEC) is an urban-centred region where teams educate and engage people in activities to develop a culture of sustainability. BEC Canada (BECC) is a national charity that supports development of BECs in Ottawa, Toronto, Brampton, Edmonton, and Vancouver. ORGANIZATION OF THE FUNDRAISING TEAM The Team is divided into sub-teams for Grants Research, Core Support, Partnerships, and Writing. The team normally meets monthly online and sub-teams may also meet separately. There is a strong link to the BECC Project Development Team. COMMITMENT Volunteers are expected to dedicate 3-4 hours per week, including team meetings. The time is flexible around other personal commitments. If you are interested in this volunteer opportunity, please send your resume or questions to <a href="mailto:shahin@BioEcoCity.org" target="_blank">shahin@BioEcoCity.org</a>.

Biosphere Eco-Cities Canada

Fundraising Volunteer

Position Summary:The&nbsp;Intensive Housing Case Manager&nbsp;is responsible for fulfillment of the Intensive case management and housing responsibilities of the&nbsp;Intensive Housing Case Management Services Program&nbsp;within Peel Region. The program uses a collaborative approach across community, health and social service sectors in the development and implementation of individual plans of care that promote improved wellbeing for clients who are homeless or at risk of homelessness. Clients are most often seen in a home or community setting.Job AccountabilitiesSupervision and Case Management<ul><li>Supervision of a caseload of individuals experiencing health challenges and homelessness</li><li>Conduct weekly face-to face visits and maintain ongoing phone and email</li><li>ICMs are to conduct meetings with clients once a week and visit rental units at least once a month.</li><li>Meet with clients in home or community</li><li>Aim to work with each client for a 6-month period (extensions may be granted for 2 additional 6-month periods if the client is actively participating in a case plan and requires frequent and intensive level case management). If a client no longer requires intensive case management, they are to be referred to other supports and services in the</li><li>Help clients achieve an optimum quality of life through developing case plans, enhancing life skills, addressing physical and mental health needs, engaging in meaningful activities, and building social and community</li><li>Conduct testing and/or assessments of participants to clarify need</li><li>Work with team in a wraparound model to implement plan of care utilizing appropriate strategies and interventions</li><li>Assess client need and make effective referrals</li><li>Supporting individual’s involvement in decision-making processes</li><li>Providing emotional and practical support</li><li>Creating, and supporting, community development initiatives with tenants</li><li>Facilitating life-skills development</li><li>Intervening in, and de-escalating, crises and conflicts</li><li>Providing referral to, and collaborating with, appropriate health and community social services</li><li>Participating in evaluation, planning, group meetings and supervision</li><li>Actively recruit and work with local landlords and property owners to facilitate successful housing solutions</li><li>Assisting individuals to achieve successful tenancy outcomes</li><li>Act as the first point of contact for landlords as required, providing information, education, and support regarding housing issues to maintain successful</li><li>Support landlords by troubleshooting and problem-solving issues related to tenancies and provide conflict resolution in partnership with client to avert potential eviction</li><li>Establish and maintain positive relationships with service providers and landlords; regular contact, responding quickly to concerns, assisting/facilitating problem solving</li></ul>Documentation/Administrative<ul><li>Ensure case management practices, as outlined in Minimum Standards, are adhered to including all documentation to be complete and properly recorded</li><li>Maintain client file in a timely and efficient manner; assessments, notes, reports, statistical information .</li><li>Provide data and reporting to ROP as</li><li>Compile and provide biweekly and monthly statistical data</li><li>Maintain a solid working relationship with all existing partnerships</li><li>Participate in appropriate community committees as a representative of the agency</li><li>Maintain proper record keeping for any expenses incurred on behalf of clients</li></ul>&nbsp;Working Conditions and Environment<ul><li>Maintain workplace confidentiality and work within the policies and procedures as outlined, while respecting the mission, vision and principles of the agency</li><li>Conduct self with integrity and respect as it applies to the role as an employee representative of the agency</li><li>Work in a spirit of congeniality with all staff</li><li>Maintain a current understanding of resources/services available in the community which could be of assistance to the clients</li><li>Ability to comply with deadlines as directed by management</li><li>Demonstrate effective time management and an ability to refocus after interruptions from co- workers, clients and management</li><li>Participate in team meetings and other committees as needed</li><li>Participate in relevant training opportunities in order to keep skills and outlook current/effective</li><li>Provide supervision to student placements and/or volunteers as requested by manager</li><li>Represent the agency at community events, public speaking engagements, etc. at the direction of management</li><li>Travel required in the Region of Peel and occasionally to Toronto and surrounding areas</li><li>Meet with clients in the community and/or their place of residence</li><li>Direct work with the collaboration agency representatives, community partners, landlords and others</li></ul>Qualifications<ul><li>Completion of post-secondary education in a related field</li><li>A minimum of 2 years case management experience is preferred</li><li>Excellent communication skills both oral and written and computer literacy</li><li>Reliable Judgment and maintenance of boundaries is required when dealing with clients and other service providers</li><li>A valid license with access to own vehicle required as this position will routinely meet with clients in a community setting</li><li>Knowledge of and proficiency in current approaches for adult mental health and addictions, and client centered principles</li><li>Experience working with individuals with addictions issues, rent supplement subsidies, and private sector</li><li>Demonstrated conflict resolution and crisis prevention/intervention skills an asset</li></ul>

John Howard Society Peel-Halton-Dufferin

Intensive Housing Case Manager

Are you passionate about making a difference in your community? Would you like to volunteer some free time to make Brampton more sustainable? THE OPPORTUNITY Brampton Biosphere Eco-City (BBEC) is seeking new members for a team that is developing a Database of Sustainability Projects. The database allows residents to have an overview of the many interesting sustainability projects in their city. To see the current database visit Brampton.BioEcoCity.org. BACKGROUND A Biosphere Eco-City (BEC) is an urban-centred region where teams educate and engage people in activities to develop a culture of sustainability. BEC Canada (BECC) is a national charity that supports development of BECs. ORGANIZATION OF THE DATABASE The framework of the database is the 10 BEC Themes of Sustainability – Transportation, Energy, Design, Habitat, Food, Natural Capital, Waste, Health, Recreation, and Sense of Place. These are broad areas of direct action for sustainability. Organizing the database by Theme allows viewers to focus on areas that interest them most. TASKS OF A DATABASE TEAM MEMBER To find a sustainability project in urban or rural Brampton a team member will conduct an internet search using one of the Themes of Sustainability or a related keyword, along with "Brampton" and "sustainability." They will review project descriptions and select relevant ones to add to the database. Next, they will write a concise description using a project template. Once completed, they will contact the project owner to verify the description. Additionally, team members are expected to attend monthly team meetings. The time expectation for volunteers is a flexible 3-4 hours per week. A team leader will provide training material and advice to team members. If you are interested in this volunteer opportunity, please send your resume or questions to <a href="mailto:Debra@BioEcoCity.org" target="_blank">Debra@BioEcoCity.org</a>.

Database Volunteer Brampton Biosphere Eco-City

Biosphere Eco-Cities Canada (BECC) is looking for two volunteers to update and manage an electronic document system on Google Drive. The result will be a simple and rational system that BECC members (about 40 volunteers) can use. &nbsp; The Biosphere Eco-City (BEC) approach engages people in sustainability through projects that educate and involve them. BECC coordinates eight projects in Toronto, Brampton, Edmonton, Vancouver. Ottawa BEC manages its projects independently. More information is available on the national website (<a href="https://BioEcoCity.org" target="_blank">https://BioEcoCity.org</a>) and websites for BEC cities (e.g., Toronto.BioEcoCity.org, Edmonton.BioEcoCity.org etc.). &nbsp; THE TASK 1. National Folders/Files (1 st priority) Review the current document system on the BECC G-drive. Consult the BECC President on details and needs Liaise with leaders of national teams (Project Development, Fundraising) Propose a better folder/file system to the BECC board Provide training and assistance on files for members. &nbsp; 2. BEC Cities Folders/Files (2 nd priority)Review and assist development of document systems for 4 BEC Cities DESIRED ABILITIES Ability to organize accurate electronic records Knowledge of document management systems Ability to create a template for restricted access to some folders &amp;amp; flies Ability to create a document retention policy Ability to develop a method to archive or dispose of older files Communication skills to assist volunteers to input and access files Analytical and detail oriented. &nbsp; REPORTING RELATIONSHIP The team lead and team member would report to the BECC Director of Administration. &nbsp; COMMITMENT A commitment of 4-5 hours per week for 6 months is requested for this position. &nbsp; CONTACT If interested, please send your resume to <a href="mailto:naval@BioEcoCity.org" target="_blank">naval@BioEcoCity.org</a>

Document Management Volunteer

<h2>Position Summary:</h2>The&nbsp;Mental Health and Addiction Peer Support Worker&nbsp;is responsible for providing peer support to people who have been released from jail; harm reduction education, overdose prevention information/tools, community accompaniment, connecting clients to community support, informal counseling, follow-ups and advocacy. If appropriate and/or possible, may provide direct client services at the Maplehurst Correctional Institution to assist with release.Specific Peer Support as it applies to this position:&nbsp;someone with lived experience of incarceration and/or substance use, and/or mental health.<h2>Job Accountabilities</h2><ul><li>Connect directly with individuals released from custody to provide immediate support, conduct brief needs assessments, and make referrals accordingly.</li><li>Establish and maintain supportive relationships with people engaging with the program</li><li>Share lived/living experiences with individuals engaged with our services when this is of service to them</li><li>Manage a caseload of up to 20 clients</li><li>Advocate with and, if necessary for, individuals engaging in the program </li><li>Act as a role model in demonstrating the ways you support yourself</li><li>Provide reassurance and support when there are experiences of crisis or distress</li><li>Support the exploration of choices and options with people engaging with our services</li><li>Support inbound referrals and intake processes &nbsp;</li><li>Attend community meetings and assist with data collection as&nbsp;needed.</li><li>Present information about the agency and its programs as a representative of John Howard Society of Peel-Halton-Dufferin in public settings as&nbsp;directed.</li><li>Actively participate in formal supervision sessions on a regular basis (e.g.: every four weeks) as well as daily de-briefing sessions as&nbsp;required.</li><li>Cooperate and collaborate with Probation and Parole Officers, community partners, and stakeholders in a professional&nbsp;manner.</li><li>Accompany service users on public transit to referral destinations, medical appointments, etc.</li><li>Produce and maintain logs, files, records or statistical information through the use of sufficient written and computer&nbsp;skills.</li><li>Ensure client confidentiality, as per agency policy.</li><li>Ensure ongoing and open communication with colleagues and supervisor, to afford the best outcomes for clients.</li><li>Identify deficiencies in current program practices and make recommendations for improvements.</li><li>Perform other duties as assigned by the senior management team.</li></ul><h2>Working Conditions and Environment</h2><ul><li>Maintain workplace confidentiality and work within the policies and procedures&nbsp;as outlined, while respecting the mission, vision and principles of the&nbsp;agency</li><li>Conduct self with integrity and respect as it applies to the role of an&nbsp;employee representative of the&nbsp;agency</li><li>Work collaboratively with team members, and in a spirit of congeniality with all staff</li><li>Maintain a current understanding of resources/services available in the community&nbsp;which could be of assistance to the&nbsp;clients</li><li>Ability to comply with deadlines as directed by&nbsp;management</li><li>Demonstrate effective time management and an ability to refocus after interruptions&nbsp;from co-workers, clients and management</li><li>Participate in team meetings and other committees as&nbsp;needed</li><li>Participate in relevant training opportunities to keep skills and&nbsp;outlook current/effective</li><li>Provide supervision for student placements and/or volunteers as requested by manager</li><li>Represent the agency at community events, public speaking engagements, etc. at&nbsp;the direction of&nbsp;management.</li></ul><h2>Qualifications:</h2><ul><li>Formal education in relevant degree/diploma programs in Social Work/Human&nbsp;Services </li><li>Personal lived experience in the areas of incarceration and/or substance use, and/or mental health </li><li>Knowledge of local community resources across the city of Peel-Halton-Dufferin, especially in the area housing/homelessness/mental health and&nbsp;addiction.</li><li>Must display a non-judgmental and anti-oppressive attitude.</li><li>Familiarity and ability to support harm reduction approaches for people who use substances.</li><li>Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are required to work in a one-on-one context and within a team&nbsp;environment.</li><li>Strong personal/professional boundaries, crisis intervention, de-escalation and problem-solving skills to intervene in conflict&nbsp;situations.</li><li>Be committed to continuous learning through the receipt of training on harm reduction, HIV/AIDS, Hep C and sexually transmitted infections, reintegration strategies and other relevant topics for people who were in&nbsp;jail.</li></ul>

Peer Support Worker

Food Rescue Coordinator and DriverRegeneration Outreach Community is a community of caring persons who, as an expression of Christian love in action, are continually striving to provide dignity to the lives of all those in need. We operate seven days a week bringing healing, personal growth and spiritual awareness to those in need within a safe and caring environment. Our values of Love, Hope, Hospitality and Integrity are core to what we do as we live our Matthew 25:34-46 and Micah 6:8.Regeneration’s food procurement is a robust program that fosters relationships with local members of the food system to ensure that all quality consumer products are distributed to those in need in our community.Our Food Rescue Coordinator and Driver will maintain excellent donor relations with timely and efficient pickups; the safe and effective collection, transportation and delivery of essential donated goods; and will ensure safe operation of vehicles and equipment at all times. This person will reflect our core values of Love, Integrity, Hope and Hospitality in all aspects of their role. Strong teamwork and professionalism is a critical part to this position in order to establish unity amongst our staff and many volunteers.ResponsibilitiesFood Rescue Transportation &amp; Logistics<ul><li>Operate a straight truck equipped with a reefer.</li><li>Perform pickups and deliveries across the GTA, providing exceptional customer service.</li><li>Work in collaboration with Logistics Manager to meet food rescue objectives</li><li>Load and unload shipments onto the truck, which may include manual lifting or “hand- bombing”.</li><li>Inspect orders to ensure proper skid stacking/wrapping.</li><li>Adhere to cold chain management and food handling safety regulations and report any safety concerns to the Logistics Manager.</li><li>Donation receiving/sorting/storage, and procurement assignments</li><li>Accept and record all donations, and product transactions</li><li>Reflect our core values of Love Integrity Hospitality and Hope in all aspects of the role Adminstrative</li><li>Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors and partners.</li><li>Perform pickups and deliveries across the GTA, providing excellent customer service.</li><li>Load and unload shipments, including manual lifting (“hand-bombing”) when required.</li><li>Adhere to food handling and cold chain management standards, reporting any safety concerns.</li><li>Follow assigned routes and schedules, adapting as needed and communicating effectively with the Logistics team.</li><li>Conduct daily vehicle checks (fuel, cleanliness, pre- and post-trip inspections) to ensure safety and compliance.</li><li>Track and document incoming shipments.</li><li>Coordinate and oversee pickup schedules and driver assignments.</li><li>Attend food procurement team meetings and staff meetings when necessary.</li><li>Work alongside Logistics Manager to ensure that incoming and outgoing inventory are properly recorded.</li><li>Comply with all MTO regulations and safety standards during operation.</li><li>Report any unsafe practices or equipment issues to the Logistics Manager.</li><li>Participate in ongoing training and professional development to stay updated on industry standards.</li></ul>Other Duties as Assigned or RequiredEducation and Experience<ul><li>3-5 years of experience in a logistics environment preferred</li><li>Ability to manually lift up to 50lbs</li><li>Ontario Food Handler’s Certificate is an asset</li><li>Commercial truck driving experience is an asset</li><li>Class G driver’s license – Class D license is an asset</li><li>Clean Driver’s Abstract and CVOR is an asset</li></ul>Key Skills and Qualities<ul><li>Excellent customer service skills and demonstrated ability to work as part of a team</li><li>Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment, and to adapt to rapidly changing priorities</li><li>Reliable, self-motivated team player with strong organizational skills.</li><li>Excellent communication skills and ability to work with staff, volunteers, and community partners.</li><li>Strong time management skills with the ability to multitask and adapt to changing priorities.</li><li>Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment.</li><li>Enthusiastic, flexible, and committed to Regeneration’s mission and values.</li><li>Proven ability to self-supervise, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines</li></ul>Role DetailsRelationship- Report to Logistics ManagerPosition Type – Full-Time Evenings and weekends as required.Location- Regeneration Marketplace &amp; Warehouse, 253 Queen St. E, Brampton, ON

Regeneration Outreach Community

Food Rescue Coordinator and Driver

Position: 1 Full-Time&nbsp;(35hr/Week)&nbsp;Anti-Human Trafficking Crisis&nbsp;Counsellor/NavigatorPosition&nbsp;Type:&nbsp;Contract&nbsp;ending&nbsp;March&nbsp;31,&nbsp;2026Salary&nbsp;Range: $55,000Reports&nbsp;to: Manager&nbsp;of&nbsp;the&nbsp;Sexual&nbsp;Assault and&nbsp;Anti-Human&nbsp;Trafficking&nbsp;ProgramsApplication&nbsp;Deadline:&nbsp;Application&nbsp;Process: October&nbsp;24th&nbsp;2025<h2>Submit&nbsp;resume&nbsp;and&nbsp;cover&nbsp;letter&nbsp;to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:resumes@vspeel.org" target="_blank">resumes@vspeel.org</a></h2>***PDF&nbsp;FORMATONLY***&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Applications&nbsp;in&nbsp;formats&nbsp;other&nbsp;than&nbsp;PDF&nbsp;will&nbsp;not&nbsp;be&nbsp;opened.Victim Services of Peel (VSOP)&nbsp;is a registered charity dedicated to providing comprehensive,&nbsp;trauma- informed, culturally responsive, 24/7 support to individuals and communities in Brampton and Mississauga, helping them cope with the impact of crime or sudden tragedies.<h2>Position&nbsp;Summary</h2>Anti-Human Trafficking Crisis Counsellors/Navigators work with community stakeholders, including Peel Regional&nbsp;Police,&nbsp;to&nbsp;provide immediate&nbsp;crisis&nbsp;counselling,&nbsp;emotional&nbsp;and&nbsp;practical&nbsp;supports&nbsp;and&nbsp;short-term crisis case management and navigation services to human trafficking victims and other victims of crime and tragic circumstances who may be at risk of being trafficked in Brampton and Mississauga.<h2>RESPONSIBILITIES:</h2><h2>Client&nbsp;Services</h2><ul><li>Accompany&nbsp;(as&nbsp;required)&nbsp;Peel&nbsp;Regional&nbsp;Police on&nbsp;probe&nbsp;investigations.</li><li>Respond immediately to requests for services from the Peel Regional Police, community agencies, and survivors to provide crisis intervention, emotional support, and practical assistance&nbsp;to&nbsp;victims&nbsp;of&nbsp;human&nbsp;trafficking&nbsp;by&nbsp;attending&nbsp;the&nbsp;scene,&nbsp;safe&nbsp;location&nbsp;within the community, or providing assistance by phone.</li><li>Conduct&nbsp;client&nbsp;needs&nbsp;assessments&nbsp;and&nbsp;provide&nbsp;referrals&nbsp;or&nbsp;linkages&nbsp;to&nbsp;long-term&nbsp;case&nbsp;management programs.</li><li>Assess&nbsp;safety&nbsp;concerns&nbsp;and&nbsp;critical&nbsp;care&nbsp;needs,&nbsp;develop/update&nbsp;individualized&nbsp;safety&nbsp;plans.</li><li>Identify&nbsp;organizations&nbsp;offering&nbsp;vital&nbsp;services&nbsp;to&nbsp;HT&nbsp;victims for&nbsp;partnership&nbsp;development.</li><li>Advocate&nbsp;for&nbsp;services&nbsp;and&nbsp;resources&nbsp;and&nbsp;liaise&nbsp;with&nbsp;other&nbsp;community agencies&nbsp;to&nbsp;provide wraparound support.</li><li>Attend&nbsp;bail&nbsp;court&nbsp;(when&nbsp;in-person&nbsp;service resumes)&nbsp;as&nbsp;required to&nbsp;advocate&nbsp;for&nbsp;victims.</li><li>Complete&nbsp;applications,&nbsp;reconciiati&nbsp;on,&nbsp;and&nbsp;uploading&nbsp;require&nbsp;d&nbsp;d&nbsp;ocuments/&nbsp;receipts&nbsp;for&nbsp;the&nbsp;Victim&nbsp;QuickResponse&nbsp;Program&nbsp;Plus&nbsp;(VQRP+)&nbsp;in&nbsp;support&nbsp;of&nbsp;human trafficking clients.</li><li>Work&nbsp;from&nbsp;a&nbsp;client centred&nbsp;approach,&nbsp;trauma informed,&nbsp;harm&nbsp;reduction,&nbsp;and&nbsp;anti–oppressive frameworks.</li><li>Participate&nbsp;in&nbsp;regular&nbsp;monthly clinical&nbsp;consultation.</li><li>Maintain&nbsp;confidential&nbsp;client&nbsp;files,&nbsp;accurately&nbsp;documenting&nbsp;intervention/case&nbsp;notes&nbsp;in&nbsp;database.</li><li>Accompany&nbsp;clients&nbsp;to&nbsp;appointments&nbsp;in&nbsp;the&nbsp;community&nbsp;as&nbsp;needed. Complete&nbsp;all&nbsp;required&nbsp;agency reporting&nbsp;including&nbsp;quantitative&nbsp;and&nbsp;qualitative&nbsp;data.</li><li>Participate&nbsp;in evaluation&nbsp;processes.</li></ul><h2>Community&nbsp;Advocacy</h2><ul><li>Represent&nbsp;VSOP&nbsp;at&nbsp;a&nbsp;variety&nbsp;of&nbsp;community/stakeholder&nbsp;committees.</li><li>Participate&nbsp;in&nbsp;workshops,&nbsp;seminars,&nbsp;and&nbsp;training&nbsp;sessions to&nbsp;maintain&nbsp;and&nbsp;develop&nbsp;job-related&nbsp;skills.</li><li>Actively&nbsp;engage&nbsp;in&nbsp;periodic fundraising&nbsp;events,&nbsp;representing&nbsp;the&nbsp;agency&nbsp;and&nbsp;supporting&nbsp;the&nbsp;event.</li><li>Attend&nbsp;and&nbsp;present&nbsp;at&nbsp;periodic&nbsp;community&nbsp;events,&nbsp;education&nbsp;sessions, training&nbsp;of&nbsp;new&nbsp;police&nbsp;recruits &amp; agency fundraising activities.</li></ul><h2>EDUCATION:</h2><ul><li>College&nbsp;or&nbsp;university&nbsp;diploma/degree&nbsp;in&nbsp;social&nbsp;or&nbsp;human&nbsp;services field&nbsp;including,&nbsp;but&nbsp;not&nbsp;limited to Social Work, Social Service Worker.</li></ul><h2>EXPERIENCE&nbsp;AND&nbsp;KNOWLEDGE:</h2><ul><li>Strong&nbsp;preference&nbsp;will&nbsp;be&nbsp;given&nbsp;to&nbsp;those&nbsp;with&nbsp;lived&nbsp;experience&nbsp;as&nbsp;a&nbsp;human&nbsp;trafficking&nbsp;survivor.</li><li>One to two years experience working within a community agency providing crisis intervention and emotional support along with client advocacy services, preferably with gender-based violence and human trafficking survivors.</li><li>Knowledge&nbsp;and&nbsp;ability&nbsp;to&nbsp;work&nbsp;from&nbsp;a&nbsp;client-centered, anti-oppression&nbsp;framework&nbsp;that&nbsp;incorporates trauma-informed practice.</li><li>Strong&nbsp;assessment,&nbsp;interviewing&nbsp;and&nbsp;crisis&nbsp;intervention&nbsp;skills,&nbsp;including&nbsp;suicide risk&nbsp;assessment&nbsp;and safety planning.</li><li>Knowledge&nbsp;of&nbsp;the&nbsp;legal&nbsp;system&nbsp;(both&nbsp;criminal&nbsp;and&nbsp;family&nbsp;law),&nbsp;human&nbsp;trafficking,&nbsp;and&nbsp;trauma.</li><li>General&nbsp;knowledge&nbsp;of&nbsp;the&nbsp;social&nbsp;service system&nbsp;and&nbsp;Anti-Human&nbsp;Trafficking&nbsp;community&nbsp;resources&nbsp;in the Region of Peel.</li><li>Bilingualism&nbsp;and/or&nbsp;ability&nbsp;to&nbsp;speak&nbsp;languages predominant&nbsp;in&nbsp;the&nbsp;Region&nbsp;of&nbsp;Peel&nbsp;will&nbsp;be&nbsp;considered&nbsp;a strong asset.</li></ul><h2>SKILLS&nbsp;AND&nbsp;COMPETENCIES:</h2><ul><li>Ability&nbsp;to&nbsp;maintain&nbsp;confidentiality,&nbsp;act&nbsp;with&nbsp;diplomacy and&nbsp;professionalism&nbsp;while&nbsp;exercising&nbsp;sound judgement in work with clients and external agencies.</li><li>Flexibility,&nbsp;time&nbsp;management&nbsp;and&nbsp;multi-tasking&nbsp;skills.</li><li>Exceptional&nbsp;interpersonal&nbsp;and&nbsp;communication&nbsp;skills</li><li>Excellent&nbsp;interpersonal&nbsp;skills&nbsp;with&nbsp;the&nbsp;ability&nbsp;to&nbsp;use&nbsp;conflict resolution&nbsp;skills&nbsp;as&nbsp;necessary.</li><li>Comfort&nbsp;working&nbsp;in&nbsp;a&nbsp;fast-paced&nbsp;environment&nbsp;which&nbsp;at&nbsp;times&nbsp;means&nbsp;working under&nbsp;pressure&nbsp;due&nbsp;to the nature of a crisis environment.</li><li>Computer&nbsp;proficiency&nbsp;including&nbsp;Microsoft&nbsp;Office&nbsp;and&nbsp;experience&nbsp;working&nbsp;with&nbsp;a&nbsp;client&nbsp;database.</li></ul><h2>WORKING&nbsp;CONDITIONS:</h2><ul><li>Position&nbsp;will&nbsp;require&nbsp;working from&nbsp;the&nbsp;VSOP&nbsp;offices,&nbsp;attending scenes&nbsp;or&nbsp;another safe&nbsp;location&nbsp;in&nbsp;the community,&nbsp;and&nbsp;attending VSOP court office as required and scheduled.</li><li>May&nbsp;be&nbsp;required&nbsp;to&nbsp;work&nbsp;evenings,&nbsp;weekends&nbsp;and&nbsp;statutory&nbsp;holidays.</li><li>Successful&nbsp;completion&nbsp;of&nbsp;a&nbsp;Peel&nbsp;Regional&nbsp;Police&nbsp;detailed&nbsp;criminal background&nbsp;check&nbsp;and&nbsp;annual renewal check is required to secure and maintain employment.</li><li>Shifts on a rotating&nbsp;basis including&nbsp;evening, weekend,&nbsp;occasional overnight and statutory&nbsp;holiday shifts.</li><li>Access to a car/driver’s license,&nbsp;Class&nbsp;‘G’ License will be a strong asset.&nbsp;Minimum $1&nbsp;million auto insurance&nbsp;policy&nbsp;with&nbsp;public&nbsp;liability/property&nbsp;damage&nbsp;coverage-submit&nbsp;proof of&nbsp;insurance&nbsp;annually.</li></ul>Submit&nbsp;resume&nbsp;and&nbsp;cover&nbsp;letter&nbsp;to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:resumes@vspeel.org" target="_blank">resumes@vspeel.org</a>

Victim Services of Peel

Anti-Human Trafficking Crisis Counsellor/Navigator

Regeneration Outreach Community is a community of caring persons who, as an expression of Christian love in action, are continually striving to provide dignity to the lives of all those in need. We operate seven days a week bringing healing, personal growth and spiritual awareness to those in need within a safe and caring environment. Our work at Regeneration “begins where the guest is” by working to assess the areas of need, and to develop, implement and to facilitate groups.&nbsp; The role will focus on relationship building - beginning with our guests and volunteers, and also within the professional community, to promote and inform about Regeneration and the services provided.&nbsp;&nbsp;A Community Service Worker will demonstrate empathy, resourcefulness and professional boundaries. They will have strong advocacy and communication skills. A successful candidate will see the importance of teamwork and collaboration.&nbsp; &nbsp;This person will reflect our core values of Love, Integrity, Hope and Hospitality in all aspects of their role.&nbsp;&nbsp;Job Responsibilities&nbsp;<ul><li>Building therapeutic relationships that empower our guests to meet their personal goals&nbsp;</li><li>Facilitating essential care programs (ie, meal program, showers, laundry and clothing)&nbsp;</li><li>Ensure safety of all guests, volunteers and staff by holding people accountable and ensuring our rules boundaries are being followed&nbsp;</li><li>System navigation/referrals&nbsp;</li><li>Provide a safe and welcoming space for guests and volunteers&nbsp;</li><li>Co- facilitating groups, as well as facilitating social integration programs&nbsp;</li><li>Supporting guests with housing placement, housing loss prevention, income support applications, liaising with other resources&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Advocacy (ie. With Landlords, Ontario Works, Shelters, and other community agencies)&nbsp;</li><li>Working through crisis situations with guests&nbsp;</li><li>Collaborating with community partners to provide a wrap-around approach for guest support&nbsp;</li><li>Develop strategies with staff to help guests to improve their overall wellbeing&nbsp;</li><li>Maintain proper records on guests&nbsp;</li><li>Maintain and model appropriate personal boundaries with guests and volunteers and refrain from involvement with the personal affairs of guests or other business that may constitute a conflict of interest&nbsp;</li><li>Maintain positive relationships with service providers, guests, volunteers, staff and supporters&nbsp;</li><li>In collaboration with management, mentor and support placement students&nbsp;</li><li>Represent Regeneration when required (i.e. presentations, booths, etc.)&nbsp;</li><li>Collect Stories&nbsp;</li><li>Other duties as required&nbsp;</li></ul>Requirements and Qualifications&nbsp;<ul><li>Diploma or degree in Social Service field&nbsp;</li><li>Understanding of the complexities of addiction and/or mental illness&nbsp;</li><li>Crisis Intervention and de-escalation training is an asset&nbsp;</li><li>CPR/First Aid Training is an asset&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Effective time-management skills&nbsp;</li><li>Current Vulnerable Sector Check&nbsp;</li></ul>

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