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TitleRISE Program Coordinator, OttawaThe CauseFounded in 2004, Apathy is Boring is a national, youth-led non-partisan, charitable organization that supports and educates youth to be active and contributing citizens in Canada's democracy.&nbsp;<a href="http://www.apathyisboring.com/" target="_blank">www.apathyisboring.com&nbsp;</a> The OpportunityThe Ottawa RISE Program Coordinator will report to the RISE Programs Manager, East and oversee 12 youth volunteers to create, implement and evaluate a local community project. They will also oversee the local hub, lead &amp; facilitate weekly meetings, coordinate volunteer schedules, support youth in co-creating, delivering and evaluating their community project and build relationships with local community organizations.This role will require someone who is an excellent facilitator, can multi-task in a fast-paced environment, has a strong work ethic, is connected to the community and has a background in building partnerships. The person for this position has to be available to work some evenings and weekends. The coordinator will travel inside Canada 2-4 times per year with all expenses covered.&nbsp; Responsibilities&nbsp;Ambassador Support (30%)&nbsp;<ul><li>Work with a group of youth volunteers (Ambassadors and Organizers) between the ages of 18 and 30 years old&nbsp;</li><li>Recruit Ambassadors and Organizers, assist in training, co-prepare duties and timelines, and track Ambassador hours&nbsp;</li><li>Support Ambassadors and Organizers, to plan, prepare, manage and implement a community project&nbsp;</li><li>Create and maintain relationships with community partners&nbsp;</li><li>Manage and resolve conflict as it arises&nbsp;</li><li>Support and Mentor Ambassadors in becoming leaders</li><li>Create and maintain relationships with Ambassadors, including individual check ins</li></ul>Coordination &amp; Facilitation (30%)&nbsp;<ul><li>Assist in creating a space that is welcoming and accommodating to Ambassadors and Volunteers&nbsp;</li><li>Manage files, record systems, office supplies and inventory in line with internal policies and procedures&nbsp;</li><li>Keep up to date with other tasks and responsibilities outside of hub meetings</li><li>Coordinate logistics for weekly gatherings including food, in-person meeting location, transportation support, and community partners to support full participation from youth volunteers&nbsp;</li><li>Design, plan and facilitate weekly meetings to support program curriculum and deliverables</li><li>Support program and organization evaluation through documentation, reporting, and staff and department meetings</li></ul>Budget Coordination (20%)&nbsp;<ul><li>Manage budget for community project&nbsp;</li><li>Manage budget for office supplies, program materials, food orders, as well as Ambassador and Organizer supplies&nbsp;</li><li>Track and file purchase receipts&nbsp;</li><li>Work closely with the Finance team to ensure budget deadlines and procedures are met and implemented&nbsp;</li></ul>Communications Coordination (20%)&nbsp;<ul><li>Manage social media accounts (FB, IG)&nbsp;</li><li>Work closely with the Communications team to ensure communications deadlines and procedures are met and implemented&nbsp;</li><li>Create engaging content and grow social media following</li><li>Create and maintain community partnerships&nbsp;</li></ul>Requirements&nbsp;&nbsp;<ul><li>1-2 years experience coordinating or facilitating youth or community programs.</li><li>Experience in leadership roles or capacities</li><li>Experience with anti-oppressive practices and creating safer and braver spaces</li><li>Knowledge of local youth issues and awareness of community and city's needs and resources</li><li>Excellent written and oral skills in English</li><li>Excellent knowledge of computer and spreadsheet/word processing software including G Suite and Microsoft Office Suite&nbsp;</li></ul>Qualities and Attributes<ul><li>Well developed interpersonal, and relationship building skills; ability to establish rapport through active listening</li><li>Observant and respectful of youth's varying needs and lived experiences&nbsp;</li><li>Proven ability to work effectively both independently and in a team based environment&nbsp;</li><li>Strong multi-tasking and organizational skills&nbsp;</li><li>Self-motivated and takes initiative</li><li>Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities</li><li>Demonstrated wide degree of creativity</li></ul>Assets<ul><li>Post-secondary education in Humanities or Social Sciences, or training and work experience in relevant fields is an asset</li><li>Experience developing and facilitating workshops an asset</li><li>Excellent written and oral skills in French an asset Application deadline: August 19th, 2025 Starting date: September 15th, 2025 or sooner if possible</li></ul>

Apathy is Boring

RISE Program Coordinator (Ottawa)

<h3>PURPOSE:&nbsp;&nbsp;</h3>As one of Ottawa’s largest child and youth-serving charitable organizations, BGC Ottawa provides FREE, subsidized, and cost saving Community-based services, and life-changing programs to an annual average of 5,000 young Members each year. We provide safe, supportive places where all kids and teens, of all backgrounds, can experience new opportunities, overcome barriers, and develop confidence and skills for life. From anti-Racism to Reconciliation to LGBTQ2S+, food security to scholarships to job readiness, our programs battle systemic issues with systemic solutions—equity, acceptance, support, opportunity.&nbsp;&nbsp;As a growing team that embraces different ways of thinking, abilities, and experiences we aim to make our staff feel safe. We want you to feel heard, respected, and empowered. We believe in our diverse shared power as being the key to serving our members, volunteers, community, and each other with the utmost care.&nbsp;BGC Ottawa is about building positive and inclusive environments for all.&nbsp;<h3>﻿﻿﻿﻿GENERAL SUMMARY</h3>BGC Ottawa is seeking applications for a full-time Youth Development and Program Specialist. The successful candidate will be working out of Tomlinson Family Foundations Clubhouse. The Youth Development &amp; Program Specialist contributes to the management and supervision of Critical Hours programming for children and youth aged 6-18 years, provides leadership to part-time staff and volunteers in conjunction with the Clubhouse Manager, and provides guidance and role-modeling throughout programming.<h3>RESPONSIBILITIES / ACTIVITIES</h3>Major Responsibility 1: Provide oversight and supervision to part-time staff and volunteers in conjunction with the management team and provide guidance and role-modeling throughout programming<ul><li>Oversee the development and delivery of programming to members which are in line with Boys and Girls Club of Ottawa (BGCO) Programs Policies and Procedures Manual and Employee Handbook</li><li>Be a positive role model for youth workers, volunteers and youth</li><li>Act as on-site contact in absence of the manager</li><li>Support and promote teamwork across BGCO</li><li>Report any concerns regarding staff to manager, Communicate relevant information to manager</li><li>Supervise staff appropriately throughout programming</li><li>Any other duties as required by the BGCO Manager</li></ul>Major Responsibility 2: Community Development<ul><li>Work positively in partnership with other agencies</li><li>Liaise with other services where a young person may require additional and/or more specialist support, encouraging appropriate referrals of young people into relevant services</li><li>Perform public relations and promotion of the Boys and Girls Club of Ottawa</li><li> Community Outreach</li><li>Develop and maintain community contacts</li></ul>Major Responsibility 3: Assist in the design and implementation of systems to monitor and evaluate programs<ul><li>Positively engage with young people during Critical Hours</li><li>Identify gaps in service and work with the manager and other colleagues to seek funding to address these gaps</li><li>Promote and oversee Boys and Girls Club of Ottawa guidelines and policies including confidentiality, child protection &amp; equal opportunities</li><li>Actively encourage young people to participate in programs offered</li><li>Maintain regular contact with lead Senior Youth Workers</li><li>Provide feedback to staff and volunteers regarding their performance in programming</li></ul>Major Responsibility 4: Professional Development of Self and Others<ul><li>Responsible for upkeep of professional skills and development</li><li>Attend Boys and Girls Club of Ottawa full time staff meetings and planning sessions</li><li>Assist in the co-ordination and development of the ‘in house’ training of staff</li><li>Align programming with BGCO strategic direction</li></ul>Major Responsibility 5: Financial and Systems Analysis and Reporting<ul><li>Perform administrative record keeping and reporting as required</li><li>Manage budgets in conjunction with manager</li><li> Complete monthly reports</li><li>Maintain updated database</li><li>Submit Human Resource and financial forms in a timely manner</li></ul>Perform other related duties as required<h3>QUALIFICATIONS:&nbsp;</h3>Required Education, Training and Experience<ul><li>Completed degree or diploma in a child and youth related studies</li><li>3-5 years’ experience designing and leading social recreation programs with children and youth</li><li>Recognized certification in first aid</li><li>HIGH FIVE certificate is an asset</li><li>Experience working in the not-for-profit sector an asset</li></ul>Demonstrated Skills and Abilities:<ul><li>Excellent communication skills</li><li>Demonstrated leadership skills</li><li>Ability to build meaningful, constructive relationships with children and youth in groups and on an individual basis</li><li>Ability to work as part of a team</li><li>Effective communication skills including report writing and presentations</li><li>Knowledge of issues that affect children and youth</li><li>Knowledge of various aspects of child development</li><li>Experience of working with marginalized/’hard to reach’ youth</li><li>Experience of planning and developing child and youth programs</li><li>Ability to monitor and evaluate a wide range of interventions with children and youth</li><li>Knowledge of child protection act</li><li>Knowledge of anti-discriminatory practice</li><li>Experience of managing and supervising part-time staff and volunteers</li><li>Proficient in using IT including email and Microsoft Word</li><li>Experience of multi-agency working suggestion: experience in community development approached</li><li>Multilingualism is an asset</li></ul>Please note: the following are required for this position:<ul><li>Current Police Records check (vulnerable sector).</li><li>Ability to work evenings.</li></ul><h3>WORKING CONDITIONS</h3>These are the physical requirements necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation can be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the described essential functions.Example: The majority of the work is performed in an environment that is mostly, clean and comfortable. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, reach with arms and hands, climb or balance, and to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Vision abilities required by this job include close vision on a computer screen for a large part of the working day. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate.BGC Ottawa is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We are committed to providing equal opportunities in employment and to providing a workplace which is free from discrimination and harassment. This means that all job applicants, employees and volunteers receive equal treatment regardless of race, colour, ethnic or national origins, sex, marital status, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion or belief.BGC Ottawa welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. &nbsp;

Bgc Ottawa

Youth Development Program Specialist

The volunteers of Ottawa Bluesfest and CityFolk “Volunteers Behind Bluesfest” (VTBB) in Ottawa, ON Canada are a remarkable team of hardworking, dedicated, outgoing individuals that contribute to our community each summer and fall to ensure a world class experience at our live events.CityFolk Festival is a non-profit, charitable organization. Located at Lansdowne Park, CityFolk is a multi-day celebration of music, dance, and community featuring an eclectic mix of musical performances on various stages. We are youth-friendly, community and visitor-focused, culturally-diverse and committed to sustainability and eco-friendly initiatives. Positions from backstage, to beverage services to fundraising and more - something for everyone! &nbsp;<h2>Our Mandate</h2><ul><li>Provide performers who represent a broad spectrum of musical genres with a space in which creativity, imagination, and exploration are celebrated as fundamental to personal expression.</li><li>Embrace the participation of visual artists and craftspeople as an integral component of the artistic community at the festival.</li><li>Treat our volunteers and staff, who are the heart of our organization, with respect and care, and provide them with opportunities for personal and professional growth.</li><li>Consider our sponsors and friends as valuable members of our organization, whose presence, ideas, and feedback are essential to the ongoing vitality of the festival.</li><li>Enhance the cultural life and contribute to the economic activity of the local community, the city, and the region; and encourage a sense of community in all who participate in shaping the festival, while challenging ourselves to uphold the values the festival promotes.</li></ul>

Ottawa Bluesfest

Various Positions with CityFolk (Music Festival)

<h2>Job description</h2>Company OverviewCounselling and Family Services (CFS Ottawa) has been a cornerstone of the Ottawa community since 1940, dedicated to providing accessible counseling and support services to individuals, couples, and families. As a non-profit charitable organization, we pride ourselves on our commitment to inclusivity and non-discrimination in all our programs.SummaryWe are seeking an Intake Counselor to join our team at Counselling and Family Services. This position combines two integrated roles: (1) providing short-term counselling through CFS Ottawa’s Employee Assistance Program (EAP) pilot in collaboration with Family ServicesOttawa; and (2) a secondment to the Ottawa Nurse Practitioner-Led Clinic (ONPLC) to deliver trauma-informed services as part of an inter-professional primary care team. The successful candidate will deliver high-quality, client-centered counselling and contribute to system navigation and practical support in both settings.ResponsibilitiesIntake Counsellor (1 day/week)<ul><li>Deliver short-term, solution-focused counselling to individuals accessing services through employer contracts</li><li>Support basic program development and implementation tasks as required</li><li>Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance with program standards</li><li>Collaborate with administrative and communications teams to support outreach and quality assurance</li></ul>Ottawa Nurse Practitioner-Led Clinic (ONPLC) Secondment (2 days/week)<ul><li>Provide trauma-informed counselling to adult clients with complex health, mental health, and social needs</li><li>Work collaboratively within an inter-professional primary care team</li><li>Participate in care planning and case discussions with NPs and social work colleagues</li><li>Support system navigation for clients facing barriers to access</li><li>Offer practical support to connect clients with appropriate community-based services</li><li>Maintain clinical documentation in the clinic’s Client Record Management System EMHware</li><li>Coordinate care with CFS and FSO to ensure continuity of service</li></ul>Additional combined responsibilities:<ul><li>Provide in-person and community-based services as the primary mode of delivery, with flexible working arrangements as outlined by CFS policies and applicable guidelines.</li><li>Utilize Evidence-Based Interventions: Implement various evidence-based interventions, such as trauma-informed, narrative and solution-focused brief therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).</li><li>Community Collaboration: Engage with community organizations to ensure continuity of care and refer clients to appropriate resources and services.</li><li>Perform outreach duties for the organization, as approved by your supervisor.</li><li>Supervise the work of placement students, as determined with your supervisor.</li><li>Maintain Confidentiality: Ensure all client information is handled with the highest level of confidentiality and professionalism.</li><li>Documentation: Keep accurate and timely records of client sessions and progress, etc. In client management software system.</li><li>To engage in regular supervision and evaluation process.</li><li>To provide a minimum of sixty-five (65%) of work hours in direct service.</li><li>To fulfill the administrative requirements of the job including weekly schedules, outlook calendars, petty cash, expense claims, leave requests etc.</li><li>To participate in staff and team meetings of Agency.</li><li>Ensure that conduct represents the agency’s values and upholds the Ontario Human Rights Code.</li><li>To represent the organization in all aspects of this position</li><li>To perform other duties consistent with the purpose of this position, as deemed necessary.</li><li>The flexibility to provide client services a maximum of two evenings a week.</li><li>Ability to exercise independent judgment and initiative</li></ul>Requirements<ul><li>Professional Registration: Must be a registered member of the College of Social Workers or College of Registered Psychotherapists.</li><li>Experience: Minimum of 2 years of experience in a counselling setting.</li><li>Ability to demonstrate empathy and professionalism in supporting clients</li><li>Demonstrated experience providing short-term and trauma-informed counselling</li><li>Community Resources: Comprehensive understanding of community resources and services available to support individuals and families.</li><li>Demonstrated knowledge of professional standards and ethical guidelines for social workers and psychotherapists.</li><li>Commitment to understanding and applying an intersectional and feminist, antiracist, anti-oppressive, anti-homophobia, anti-transphobia, disability justice and First Nations, Métis and Inuit justice and reconciliation lens.</li><li>Experience in working with diverse populations based on, among other things, culture, race, socio-economic status, gender identity and expression, and sexual orientation.</li><li>Fluency in English and French (written and spoken) required</li><li>Additional language skills are a strong asset</li><li>Proven ability to work with complex issues.</li><li>Strong organisational and planning skills</li><li>Computer and technical skills, including MS 365 and client databases.</li><li>Ability to set goals and prioritize multiple tasks.</li><li>Ability to work independently and take initiative</li><li>Have the authority to work in Canada</li></ul>If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals and families, we invite you to apply for the Intake Counselor EAP &amp; ONPLC position at Counselling and Family Services. Join us in our mission to provide compassionate support to our community! Please send your Cover letter and resume to Tammy at <a href="mailto:tlarouche@cfsottawa.ca" target="_blank">tlarouche@cfsottawa.ca</a>Job Type: Full timePay: $64,323.37 per year pro ratedExpected hours: No more than 21 per weekBenefits:<ul><li>Company pension</li><li>Dental care</li><li>Extended health care</li><li>Life insurance</li><li>On-site gym</li><li>On-site parking</li><li>RRSP match</li></ul>Schedule:<ul><li>Monday to Friday</li></ul>Work Location: Hybrid remote in Vanier, ON K1L 7K3Application deadline: 2025-09-02

4 Community & Social Services Jobs in Ottawa, ON, Canada