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JOB DESCRIPTION - HEALTH PROMOTION SPECIALIST 
FULL-TIME CONTRACT POSITION (1 YEAR) 
 
Black Health Alliance is recruiting a dynamic individual who has a passion for 
engaging people, promoting health and well-being, and has experience working on 
large scale health promotion initiatives focused on Black communities. 
 
ABOUT THE BLACK HEALTH ALLIANCE 
The Black Health Alliance (BHA) is a community-led registered charity working to improve 
the health and well-being of Black communities in Canada. We centre Black communities in 
defining the barriers and challenges affecting our health and well-being. We provide a 
platform for Black people to establish a common voice around systemic problems and we 
work to mobilize the tools, skills and resources needed to co-design and implement 
solutions that improve health outcomes. 
 
ROLE OVERVIEW 
Reporting to the Manager of Health Promotion &amp; Community Engagement, the role of 
Health Promotion Specialist is to provide focused and strategic support to drive the 
implementation of Black Health Alliance’s community engagement and health promotion 
portfolios. 
 
Focus on Community Engagement and Health Promotion 
Stemming from the development of our 2022 - 2025 strategic plan, the Black Health 
Alliance is working to develop both its community engagement and health promotion 
models and portfolios. The organization will build on its local and regional success in 
Ontario, toward building a national presence. The Health Promotion Specialist supports the 
development and execution of the organization's overall strategy for community 
engagement and health promotion. 
 
Community Engagement 
The Black Health Alliance’s work related to engagement is focused on convening and 
collaborating with Black communities, both virtually and in person, amplifying their voices 
as it relates to their health and well-being, and building meaningful partnerships with 
communities in both English and French. 
 
Health Promotion 
The Black Health Alliance's work related to health promotion is focused on building and 
delivering on a model of health promotion, including knowledge exchange and knowledge 
translation, that is scalable, organization to organization, and focused on mental health, 
substance use health, and chronic conditions with an increasing focus on the social and 
structural determinants of health. Throughout our health promotion efforts we seek to 

 
192 Spadina Ave., Suite 112, Toronto, ON M5T 3A4 

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leverage insights from community engagements and our previous work to further address 
the impacts of anti-Black racism on the health and well-being of Black populations. 
 
ROLE SCOPE 
As Health Promotion Specialist your responsibility is to provide focused and strategic 
support to all aspects of health promotion and community engagement including but not 
limited to the following: 
 
Community and Stakeholder Engagement 

â Convene, engage, and collaborate with Black communities, service providers, public 
sector decision makers, technical &amp; marketing firms, and other stakeholders in 
communities across Canada 

â Provide a clear channel of communication and coordination between Black Health 
Alliance and community stakeholders, including across digital and social media 
platforms 

â Cultivate and maintain key partnerships to enhance and expand the project’s 
provincial reach 

â Plan and execute engagements, consultations, focus groups with community 
stakeholders as necessary 

â Communicate and disseminate key insights and learnings derived from community 
interactions 

â Support the development of the National Black Health &amp; Well-being Strategy 
 
Health Promotion 

â Support the development of local, provincial or national health promotion 
campaigns, both virtually and in person, and across digital and social media 
platforms 

â Support the development, implementation, coordination, analysis and evaluation of 
evidence-based health education programs or interventions 

â Conduct and support studies, environmental scans, needs assessments, and research 
regarding health promotion and risk reduction 

â Utilize innovative solutions and methods to enact knowledge transfer and exchange 
 
SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES 

â Post-secondary education in health sciences, public health, education, social 
sciences, or approved equivalent combination of education and related experience 

â An understanding of the social and structural determinants of health, anti-Black 
racism, healthcare and social services systems in Canada 

â Demonstrated expertise in engaging Black communities, particularly underserved 
communities (children, youth and their families, 2SLGBTQ+ communities, 
communities who engage in substance use, etc.) rooted in lived experiences 

â Demonstrated understanding and implementation of health equity principles 
â Understanding of preventative health strategies and risk reduction techniques 

appropriate for various age groups 

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â Understanding of current developments in the fields of health education, health 
promotion, healthy lifestyle risk reduction and lifestyle change 

â Understanding of the principles and methods for training and program development 
techniques and design, and curriculum and training design 

â Strong presentation skills and the ability to comfortably speak in client/project 
meetings is required 

â Ability to navigate a variety of project management and digital product creation 
tools (Asana, Slack, Miro, Canva, etc.) 

â Close attention to detail, the ability to prioritize and excellent time management 
skills to deliver high quality work for multiple accounts while meeting aggressive 
deadlines 

â Excellent organizational skills; ability to plan and manage numerous projects 
simultaneously in a fast-paced, iterative environment 

â Ability to engage in cross-sector coordination 
â Experience in project coordination and gathering business requirements is an asset 
â Previous work or volunteer experience in community development and social 

advocacy 
â Ability to speak multiple languages including but not limited to English and French 

is an asset 
 
INFORMATION ABOUT THE ROLE 
Work Conditions 

â Black Health Alliance is currently using flexible hybrid working model, where 
employees can work from home or in our offices 

â This role will require in-person interactions with stakeholders 
â The standard work week is Monday to Friday, some evening or weekend hours are 

anticipated, 37.5 hours per week 
â Changes to shift start and end times may be required based on operational needs 

 
Salary 

â Remuneration will be dependent on qualifications and experience 
â Annual Salary Range: $66,652 - $78,120 
â Black Health Alliance offers extended health benefits and a wellness spending 

account to all full-time employees 
 
Black Health Alliance Commitment to Equity 
The Black Health Alliance is committed to being an equitable employee and to creating a 
workplace culture of inclusiveness that reflects the diversity of the people that we serve. As 
an organization focused on improving the health and well-being of Black communities we 
strongly encourage and prioritize applications from persons that represent the diversity of 
Black communities including people living with disabilities, and people from gender, and 
sexually diverse communities to apply. 


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Accommodations and Accessibility 
The Black Health Alliance provides employment accommodation during the recruitment 
process. Should you require any accommodation, please indicate this on your application 
and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs. For any questions, suggestions 
or required documents regarding accessibility in a different format, please contact us at 
<a href="mailto:opportunities@blackhealthalliance.ca" target="_blank">opportunities@blackhealthalliance.ca</a> 
 
Application Process 
Qualified applicants should forward a cover letter and resume by September 5 2025, with 
“Health Promotion Specialist” in the subject line to: 
<a href="mailto:opportunities@blackhealthalliance.ca" target="_blank">opportunities@blackhealthalliance.ca</a> 

 
While we thank all individuals for their interest, only those selected for an interview will be 
contacted. 

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Black Health Alliance

Health Promotion Specialist

JOB DESCRIPTION - HEALTH PROMOTION SPECIALIST 
FULL-TIME CONTRACT (12 - 18 MONTHS - PARENTAL LEAVE) 
 
Black Health Alliance is recruiting a dynamic individual who has a passion for 
engaging people, promoting health and well-being, and has experience working on 
large scale health promotion initiatives focused on Black communities. 
 
ABOUT THE BLACK HEALTH ALLIANCE 
The Black Health Alliance (BHA) is a community-led registered charity working to improve 
the health and well-being of Black communities in Canada. We centre Black communities in 
defining the barriers and challenges affecting our health and well-being. We provide a 
platform for Black people to establish a common voice around systemic problems and we 
work to mobilize the tools, skills and resources needed to co-design and implement 
solutions that improve health outcomes. 
 
ROLE OVERVIEW 
Reporting to the Manager of Health Promotion &amp; Community Engagement, the role of 
Health Promotion Specialist is to provide focused and strategic support to drive the 
implementation of Black Health Alliance’s community engagement and health promotion 
portfolios. 
 
Focus on Community Engagement and Health Promotion 
Stemming from the development of our 2022 - 2025 strategic plan, the Black Health 
Alliance is working to develop both its community engagement and health promotion 
models and portfolios. The organization will build on its local and regional success in 
Ontario, toward building a national presence. The Health Promotion Specialist supports the 
development and execution of the organization's overall strategy for community 
engagement and health promotion. 
 
Community Engagement 
The Black Health Alliance’s work related to engagement is focused on convening and 
collaborating with Black communities, both virtually and in person, amplifying their voices 
as it relates to their health and well-being, and building meaningful partnerships with 
communities in both English and French. 
 
Health Promotion 
The Black Health Alliance's work related to health promotion is focused on building and 
delivering on a model of health promotion, including knowledge exchange and knowledge 
translation, that is scalable, organization to organization, and focused on mental health, 
substance use health, and chronic conditions with an increasing focus on the social and 
structural determinants of health. Throughout our health promotion efforts we seek to 

 
192 Spadina Ave., Suite 112, Toronto, ON M5T 3A4 

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leverage insights from community engagements and our previous work to further address 
the impacts of anti-Black racism on the health and well-being of Black populations. 
 
ROLE SCOPE 
As Health Promotion Specialist your responsibility is to provide focused and strategic 
support to all aspects of health promotion and community engagement including but not 
limited to the following: 
 
Community and Stakeholder Engagement 

â Convene, engage, and collaborate with Black communities, service providers, public 
sector decision makers, technical &amp; marketing firms, and other stakeholders in 
communities across Canada 

â Provide a clear channel of communication and coordination between Black Health 
Alliance and community stakeholders, including across digital and social media 
platforms 

â Cultivate and maintain key partnerships to enhance and expand the project’s 
provincial reach 

â Plan and execute engagements, consultations, focus groups with community 
stakeholders as necessary 

â Communicate and disseminate key insights and learnings derived from community 
interactions 

â Support the development of the National Black Health &amp; Well-being Strategy 
 
Health Promotion 

â Support the development of local, provincial or national health promotion 
campaigns, both virtually and in person, and across digital and social media 
platforms 

â Support the development, implementation, coordination, analysis and evaluation of 
evidence-based health education programs or interventions 

â Conduct and support studies, environmental scans, needs assessments, and research 
regarding health promotion and risk reduction 

â Utilize innovative solutions and methods to enact knowledge transfer and exchange 
 
SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES 

â Post-secondary education in health sciences, public health, education, social 
sciences, or approved equivalent combination of education and related experience 

â An understanding of the social and structural determinants of health, anti-Black 
racism, healthcare and social services systems in Canada 

â Demonstrated expertise in engaging Black communities, particularly underserved 
communities (children, youth and their families, 2SLGBTQ+ communities, 
communities who engage in substance use, etc.) rooted in lived experiences 

â Demonstrated understanding and implementation of health equity principles 
â Understanding of preventative health strategies and risk reduction techniques 

appropriate for various age groups 

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â Understanding of current developments in the fields of health education, health 
promotion, healthy lifestyle risk reduction and lifestyle change 

â Understanding of the principles and methods for training and program development 
techniques and design, and curriculum and training design 

â Strong presentation skills and the ability to comfortably speak in client/project 
meetings is required 

â Ability to navigate a variety of project management and digital product creation 
tools (Asana, Slack, Miro, Canva, etc.) 

â Close attention to detail, the ability to prioritize and excellent time management 
skills to deliver high quality work for multiple accounts while meeting aggressive 
deadlines 

â Excellent organizational skills; ability to plan and manage numerous projects 
simultaneously in a fast-paced, iterative environment 

â Ability to engage in cross-sector coordination 
â Experience in project coordination and gathering business requirements is an asset 
â Previous work or volunteer experience in community development and social 

advocacy 
â Ability to speak multiple languages including but not limited to English and French 

is an asset 
 
INFORMATION ABOUT THE ROLE 
Work Conditions 

â Black Health Alliance is currently using flexible hybrid working model, where 
employees can work from home or in our offices 

â This role will require in-person interactions with stakeholders 
â The standard work week is Monday to Friday, some evening or weekend hours are 

anticipated, 37.5 hours per week 
â Changes to shift start and end times may be required based on operational needs 

 
Salary 

â Remuneration will be dependent on qualifications and experience 
â Annual Salary Range: $66,652 - $78,120 
â Black Health Alliance offers extended health benefits and a wellness spending 

account to all full-time employees 
 
Black Health Alliance Commitment to Equity 
The Black Health Alliance is committed to being an equitable employee and to creating a 
workplace culture of inclusiveness that reflects the diversity of the people that we serve. As 
an organization focused on improving the health and well-being of Black communities we 
strongly encourage and prioritize applications from persons that represent the diversity of 
Black communities including people living with disabilities, and people from gender, and 
sexually diverse communities to apply. 


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Accommodations and Accessibility 
The Black Health Alliance provides employment accommodation during the recruitment 
process. Should you require any accommodation, please indicate this on your application 
and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs. For any questions, suggestions 
or required documents regarding accessibility in a different format, please contact us at 
<a href="mailto:opportunities@blackhealthalliance.ca" target="_blank">opportunities@blackhealthalliance.ca</a> 
 
Application Process 
Qualified applicants should forward a cover letter and resume by September 5 2025, with 
“Health Promotion Specialist” in the subject line to: 
<a href="mailto:opportunities@blackhealthalliance.ca" target="_blank">opportunities@blackhealthalliance.ca</a> 

 
While we thank all individuals for their interest, only those selected for an interview will be 
contacted. 

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Health Promotion Specialist [Parental Leave]

As a Peer Support Group Facilitator, you will guide and support group discussions, providing a safe and empathetic environment for participants to share their experiences and receive mutual support. Your involvement will play a crucial role in fostering a sense of community and promoting mental well-being.Major Responsibilities<ul><li>Facilitate weekly support group meetings, ensuring a respectful, warm, and inclusive atmosphere.</li><li>Encourage open dialogue and active participation among group members.</li><li>Provide emotional support and guidance while maintaining professional boundaries.</li><li>Address any conflicts or issues that arise within the group in a constructive manner.</li><li>Collaborate with our mental health professionals to ensure the group’s activities align with best practices.</li><li>Maintain confidentiality and adhere to MDABC’s privacy policies.</li><li>Complete any necessary training and attend regular supervision meetings.</li></ul>Qualifications<ul><li>Confidence when dealing with the public in person</li><li>Warmth and enthusiasm</li><li>Passing a criminal record check (at MDABC expense)</li><li>Desire to become very familiar with MDABC programs and services Training/Preparation</li><li>Must live anywhere in British Columbia to apply</li></ul>All MDABC volunteers have opportunities to attend Volunteer Training Sessions Self-study on computer to learn about the organization’s programs and services Dates and Location Various locations mainly within the Lower Mainland.Many Support Groups are held online over ZoomLength of CommitmentAll MDABC volunteers are asked to make a one-year commitment to any volunteer positionApplication or inquiriesTo fill out a volunteer application or for inquiries about facilitating, please apply to this listing

MDABC

Peer Support Group Facilitators and Co-Facilitator Volunteers 

Volunteers will support any upcoming Enroute 2 Success fundraising events by assisting with event setup, including tables, signage, and materials. They will greet guests and manage check-in at the entrance, provide information and directions to attendees, and support speakers, performers, or program staff as needed. Volunteers also help monitor the flow of the event, keep areas organized, and assist with cleanup and packing after the event to ensure a smooth experience for everyone.

EnRoute 2 Success

Event Support Volunteer

As a Chess Program Assistant with Enroute 2 Success, you’ll help with Wednesday evening youth chess lessons in Brampton. Tasks include setting up boards, pieces, and clocks before lessons, welcoming participants, recording attendance, assisting beginners as they learn from professional coaches (including a grandmaster), keeping score during games, tracking participant improvement, and packing up materials after lessons. Experience playing chess is a bonus and can help you better support participants during lessons and games.

Chess Program Assistant

363 Coventry, Ottawa ON K1K 2C5 T 613.228.6700 UnitedWayEO.ca 


100% LOCAL 
 

Share our passion for helping others and work with talented, dedicated people. 

Would you like to work with community leaders to improve people’s lives and make a positive impact 
in our city? Do you share a commitment to making East Ontario a better place in which to live, work 

and play? In a vibrant, diverse and family-friendly workplace, join us in a common desire to bring people 
and resources together to build a strong, healthy, safe community for all. 

Officer, Community Investment 

Competition #: 2025-19 Posting Period: August 14th - 22nd, 2025 
 

Department: Community Impact 

Unit: Community Investment 

Position Status: Contract until June 30th, 2026 

Salary: $52,143 

Level: 3 


Position Summary: 
Reporting to the Senior Director, Policy Planning and Investment, the Officer plays a key role in the overall 
stewardship of United Way East Ontario’s community investment in front line programs and services, 
community wide initiatives, and special gifts. 
 
This entails supporting the Community Investment team in accurate administration, tracking, and reporting of 
information related to community investment such as funding decisions, financial details, third party 
investments, agency/program site visit coordination, and application/program report data. It also includes the 
integration of information from the Research and Evaluation team to be used for internal planning purposes 
and external communication processes to various stakeholders. Finally, it includes accountability for the 
systems administration of our information and/or grant management systems. The Officer also provides 
administrative support to the Senior Director. 
 
The Officer will play a key role in the coordination of all aspects of the Call for Proposals (CFP) process 
including but not limited to responding to general questions about the Call for Proposals process, preparing 
and tracking funding agreements, tracking program reports, etc. 
 
This position is based in Ottawa but serves Prescott-Russell, Ottawa, Lanark, and Renfrew Counties. This is 
a hybrid position with two days per week on-site. 
 
 

Qualifications: 

Education: 

 • Post-secondary diploma/degree and/or equivalent combination of education and experience 
 

Experience: 

 • 3-5 years experience in office administration 
 • Sound knowledge of the social service sector in Ottawa 
 • Experience in project management 
 • 2+ years working with databases to track funding agreements and reporting 


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 • Experience communicating in a clear manner. 
 • Experience in dealing with difficult situations. 


Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: 

 • Excellent problem solving and people skills 
 • Demonstrated attention to details 
 • Ability to work effectively under pressure 
 • Accurate word processing and computer skills; proficient in Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Word, Excel, 

Outlook and SmartSimple 
 • Ability to administer an information/funding management application database 
 • Excellent communication, writing and proofreading skills 
 • Demonstrated commitment to completion of projects on a timely basis through organizational and time 

management abilities with the aptitude to prioritize workload 
 • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively 
 • Demonstrated diplomacy and tact when interacting with internal and external stakeholders 
 • Proven understanding and knowledge of the Ottawa non-profit sector, specifically program 

development, community boards, management issues, program evaluation and financial reporting 
 • Demonstrated knowledge and experience in program development 
 • Demonstrated knowledge and insight into the issues facing community agencies in Ottawa 
 • Experience monitoring program progress for demonstrated results 
 • Demonstrated skills in building and maintaining relationships with a variety of internal and external 

stakeholders 
 • Superior interpersonal and facilitation skills with the ability to utilize tact and diplomacy 
 • Strong presentation skills 
 • Creativity, problem solving and sound judgment 
 • Ability to manage projects to achieve organizational mandate 
 • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while remaining focused and flexible 
 • Demonstrated skills in building and maintaining relationships with a variety of internal and external 

stakeholders 
 • Demonstrated track record of maintaining confidentiality 
 • Willingness to learn new skills 
 • Creativity, problem solving and sound judgment 
 • Written and oral fluency in French and English essential 
 • Criminal and Credit Checks are required 
 


 
Interested and qualified candidates are invited to submit a detailed cover letter and a resume indicating their 
interest in the role in confidence by August 22nd, 2025 to <a href="mailto:employment@unitedwayeo.ca" target="_blank">employment@unitedwayeo.ca</a>. 
Please quote the competition number when submitting your resume. 
 
United Way East Ontario encourages qualified candidates from diverse backgrounds, including those who may 
need accommodation, to apply to join our staff team. Please advise if you require accommodation throughout the 
recruitment process. 
 

We thank all applicants for their interest but only those selected for 
further consideration will be contacted. 


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United Way East Ontario

Officer, Community Investment

About Ending Violence Association of BCThe Ending Violence Association of BC (EVA BC) is a dynamic, solutions-based provincial non-profit association that trains and supports close to 300 anti-violence programs and cross-sector initiatives across BC that respond to gender-based violence (GBV) including sexual and intimate partner violence.The programs we support include BC’s Community-Based Victim Services (CBVS), Stopping the Violence Counselling (STVC), STV Outreach (STV ORS) and Multicultural Outreach (STV MORS), and Sexual Assault Services (SAS) as well as a number of community coordination and prevention initiatives.We wish to respectfully acknowledge that our office is located on the unceded, ancestral, and traditional territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam),&nbsp;Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səl̓ilw̓ətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations.Position OverviewReporting to the Director of the Community Coordination for Survivor Safety (CCSS) Program, the Manager of Policy &amp; Projects is responsible for managing projects and policy-related initiatives. This position requires the ability to create and sustain relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including EVA BC’s membership, community and system partners, and government.&nbsp; The Manager or Policy &amp; Projects is part of the CCSS team and communicates and liaises with staff and contractors as needed.About YouThe ideal candidate must have a strong interest in working collaboratively to end gender-based violence. You will have the ability to work from a survivor-centred, trauma-informed, intersectional, gender-inclusive, anti-oppressive perspective, informed by the ongoing impacts of colonization and a commitment to reconciliation. You enjoy working in a fast-paced office environment with many competing priorities.Overview of Key ResponsibilitiesPlanning &amp; Aligning<ul><li>Manage and/or participate in the planning, facilitation and management of various initiatives including training and projects CCSS is involved in</li><li>Work with the Director of CCSS, and others as needed, to develop positions on legislation, policy and program issues on an as needed basis</li><li>Oversee the implementation of EVA BC’s Advocacy Strategy</li><li>Develop and contribute to the development of written resources such as program guides and training materials</li><li>Stay informed on issues, research, policy, and legislation in the field of gender-based violence Work with the Director of CCSS to write funding proposals</li></ul>Communication<ul><li>Contribute articles to EVA BC’s ReachOut newsletter</li><li>Develop funding deliverables, including reports</li><li>Represent EVA BC on various external committees for issues concerning anti-violence workers, community coordination, and gender-based violence</li></ul>Training<ul><li>Contribute to training projects as needed, including developing in-person and online training curricula and materials; facilitating training; and evaluating training for continuous improvement</li><li>Contribute to the development and delivery of training on community coordination, ICAT and TPR</li></ul>Collaboration<ul><li>Be an active contributing member to the overall work of EVA BC, taking a teamwork approach, whatever tasks may be required</li><li>Maintain relationships with EVA BC’s members, community and system partners, and other key stakeholders such as government</li><li>May support staff, students, and contractors as needed</li></ul>Other<ul><li>Stay updated on anti-violence and feminist issues, using a gender-based lens with relevant policies, and inclusion principles to effectively communicate EVA BC’s goals and initiatives</li><li>Stay informed on issues, policy, legislation and best practices that may affect or impact the areas/projects being managed</li><li>Support other tasks and work as needed</li></ul>Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities<ul><li>Minimum five years of experience working in the area of gender-based violence with a focus on intimate partner violence and sexual violence</li><li>Bachelor’s level by way of degree or combination of experience and training</li><li>Demonstrated ability to lead projects and initiatives, ensuring project deliverables and timelines are achieved, in accordance with the project plan and budget</li><li>Demonstrated excellence in written communication including experience developing briefing notes, bulletins, and other resources as needed,</li><li>Demonstrated experience working collaboratively with key stakeholders, organizations, and cross-sector partners to develop and deliver resources that meet the needs of diverse communities and sectors</li><li>Demonstrated understanding of gender-based violence, trauma, and the impacts of trauma</li><li>Demonstrated understanding of the perspectives and needs of diverse communities, including Indigenous communities, immigrant and refugee communities, people with disabilities, LGBT2SQ+ communities, sex workers, and isolated and rural communities</li><li>Knowledge of relevant legislation, public policy, and best practices that relate to gender-based violence in BC and other jurisdictions</li><li>Experience working directly with survivors of gender-based violence, communities impacted by GBV, and and/or community-based anti-violence workers an asset</li><li>Knowledge of BC’s Community-Based Victim Services, Stopping the Violence Counselling and Outreach,</li><li>Multicultural Outreach, and Sexual Assault Services programs an asset</li><li>Knowledge of Interagency Case Assessment Teams (ICATs) and Third Party Reporting (TPR) an asset</li><li>Ability to work from a survivor-centred, trauma-informed, intersectional, gender-inclusive, anti-oppressive perspective, informed by the ongoing impacts of colonization and a commitment to reconciliation</li></ul>Additional InformationWe strongly encourage applications from and prioritize hiring people with diverse backgrounds and experiences, including Indigenous people, racialized people, people with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQQIA+ folks. Should you need any accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know.<ul><li>The salary range for this position is $60,769.80 to $73,200.40.</li><li>This position normally works in a regular office environment, Monday to Friday, between the hours of 9:00 am to 4:30 pm.</li><li>This position will occasionally require working off site, extended travel and hours, and/or evenings or weekends</li></ul>Please visit our website’s “<a href="https://endingviolence.org/job-postings/why-work-with-us/" target="_blank">Why work with us?</a>” page to learn about employee benefits.

Ending Violence Association of BC

Manager, Policy & Projects

Join us at the annual Derek Gibson Memorial Golf Tournament this September!<ul><li>Date:&nbsp;Friday, September 12th | Time: 11:30AM - 6:00PM</li><li>Location:&nbsp;<a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/sqZtA5YkyuVm9BGJ7" target="_blank">Surrey Golf Club (7700 168 St, Surrey, BC V4N 0E1)</a></li><li>Roles:&nbsp;Registration, selling raffle tickets, on-course activities, and more!</li><li>Volunteers:&nbsp;7 volunteers spots available</li><li>Perks:&nbsp;Volunteer Acknowledgement Letter, BBGV Shirt, Refreshments and more!</li></ul>Sign up to volunteer through our Google Form <a href="https://forms.gle/fWTbS5aHVYmxVWAS6" target="_blank">here</a>.If you have any questions please don't hesitate to reach out to our team at <a href="http://volunteer@bbgvf.com/" target="_blank">volunteer@bbgvf.com</a>.Our mission at BBGV: To enable impactful mentoring relationships where children and youth can discover their power and potential, in collaboration with our local communities.

Big Brothers of Greater Vancouver

Big Brothers Derek Gibson Memorial Golf Tournament - Event Volunteer

Job Title&nbsp;Bilingual Counsellor - Relief QuebecShift ID RQR-0209-RFB196RQR-0209-RFB197Location&nbsp;Remote - Quebec&nbsp;Start Date Shift DescriptionThe Relief counsellor must work a minimum of 4 shifts (20h) in a calendar monthThe Relief counsellor must be available to work at least 1 weekend shift per calendar month (between Friday 5:00pm to Monday 7:00am EST)Shift RotationSunMonTueWedThuFriSatWeek 1 Week 2 Salary:$31,36/hourJob Type:Relief PermanentJob Posting Close DateAugust &nbsp;27 2025 Kids Help Phone is on a transformational journey, one that will change the landscape of youth mental health in Canada.&nbsp; &nbsp;We cannot do it without a team who are willing to be game changers and help fuel that journey. We need team members that are passionate about making a real difference in young people’s lives.&nbsp;Unlock your potential. Carve out a career as unique as yourself. Grow with us.&nbsp;Presentation of the organization&nbsp;Kids Help Phone is a Canadian and world leader, known for their expertise and continuous innovation as Canada’s only 24/7 professional crisis support, counselling&nbsp;and information services for young people, in both French and English. Since 1989, we have offered kids, teens and young adults a critical lifeline of hope and support through our free, anonymous and confidential services.&nbsp; Young people reach out to Kids Help Phone’s professional counselors and trained volunteers from every corner of the country via phone, Live Chat and texting, and benefit from their database of local youth-serving programs.&nbsp; Kids Help Phone’s website is a widely recognized model of youth-focused design; offering therapeutic tools, games, information, and counseling.&nbsp;  &nbsp;To learn more about Feel Out Loud: the largest youth mental health movement in Canadian history:  &nbsp;<a href="https://kidshelpphone.ca/unlockhope/campaign-cabinet/" target="_blank">The Feel Out Loud Campaign Cabinet</a> –&nbsp;a group of extraordinary philanthropic and business leaders who are deeply committed to unlocking hope for all youth across Canada&nbsp;  &nbsp;<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wJEbpLfv5zs" target="_blank">What I Wouldn’t Do (North Star Calling)</a>, a star-studded anthem and video created by over 50 Canadian artists who united across the country to form the musical collective Artists for Feel Out Loud, with the sole purpose of amplifying the conversation around mental health and empowering young people to feel out loud. &nbsp;Job description and responsibilities:&nbsp;As a KHP counsellor, you will&nbsp;provide&nbsp;single session solution focused&nbsp;support to young people via&nbsp;anonymous phone and live chat. Sessions are offered on a first come first serve basis. You will be supporting young people with a variety of concerns such as: mental health anxiety, depression, family and relationships, school challenges and suicide. Support is provided through a person-centered approach and aligned with counselling best practices.&nbsp;What&nbsp;You’ll&nbsp;Bring:&nbsp;<ul type="disc"><li>Ability to support youth via phone and live chat based counselling services, moving between modalities on every shift.&nbsp;</li><li>Strong risk assessment and safety planning skills pertaining to youth risk and safety: Child Welfare, Suicide and Self-Injury, Substance Abuse, Threats against Others etc. &nbsp;</li><li>Ability to work independently and have sound judgement on situations that require escalation to management.&nbsp;</li><li>A strong work ethic, professionalism, and the ability to maintain boundaries, especially when addressing challenging calls that may involve individuals displaying strong emotions, including anger.&nbsp;</li><li>Reflexive practice; empowering and strengths-based, client-centered approach; non-judgmental; strong, professional boundaries; recognition of and advocate for service users’ autonomy in their journey; commitment to diversity, inclusion, equity and accessibility; ability to adapt to changing client needs.&nbsp;</li><li>The ability to communicate with empathy, curiosity and professionalism.&nbsp;</li><li>The ability to merge your own personality and counselling style with Kids Help Phone’s clinical model.&nbsp;</li><li>Active engagement in individual supervision, group supervision, clinical consultations, coaching, in-service training, team meetings, and other scheduled activities.&nbsp;</li><li>Participation in a positive workplace culture by engaging respectfully and collaboratively with colleagues while embodying Kids Help Phone’s values (Courageous, Collaborative, Innovative, Resilient, Trustworthy).&nbsp;</li><li>Ability to work in a high energy and dynamic environment.&nbsp;</li></ul> &nbsp;What&nbsp;You’ll&nbsp;Need:&nbsp;<ul type="disc"><li>Bachelor or Master's degree or diploma in social services (Social Work, Counselling, Psychology, Sexology, Child and Youth Care, etc.) or equivalent with experience in crisis work and counselling.&nbsp;</li><li>A minimum of 1-2 years experience in crisis intervention and/or counselling, including solid risk assessment and safety planning skills (practicum/placement experience is considered);&nbsp;</li><li>Outstanding communication skills in English (spoken and written) as well as French (for bilingual positions);&nbsp;</li><li>Sound knowledge of various national and provincial legislation related to youth at risk including making decisions regarding appropriate and relevant referrals to community authorities (i.e., emergency services and Child Protective Services as required);&nbsp;</li><li>Sound typing and written communication to counsel on our Live Chat service;&nbsp;</li><li>Stable and dedicated high speed internet (minimum 25 Mbps of download speed and 10 Mbps of upload speed to the device being used); a closed private workspace&nbsp;</li></ul>If you reside in the province of Quebec, bilingualism is required as the majority of our calls are in English and the nature of the work (crisis intervention) requires a high proficiency in both language to ensure positive outcomes for our clientele.Don’t meet every single qualification and requirement? Studies have shown that women and racialized people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At KHP we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles that our organization is recruiting for. New Hire Training Dates - 2025 English Training:&nbsp;October 6 to October 9 &nbsp;from 10:00am to 6:00pm EST andOctober 13 &nbsp;to October 16 from 12:00pm to 8:00pm ESTFrench Training:&nbsp;November 3 to November 6 &nbsp;from 10:00am to 6:00pm EST andNovember 10 to November 13 &nbsp;from 12:00pm to 8:00pm ESTEnglish Training: November 17 to November 20 &nbsp;from 10:00am to 6:00pm EST andNovember 24 to November 27 from 12:00pm to 8:00pm EST &nbsp;Applications for this position will close at the date at the top of the job postingThe Small Print:&nbsp;Accommodation Statement:Kids Help Phone welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities, as such reasonable accommodations are available upon request from a candidate with a disability, thus ensuring you can take part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process. If as a qualified job applicant, you request an accommodation, we will consult with you and provide reasonable accommodations according to your accessibility needs. If you wish to make a request, please provide a cover letter, when applying to this position. The successful candidate to this role will be asked to complete a background screen, which may include criminal, credit, employment, educational checks and/or COVID 19 vaccination checks. All offers of employment are conditional on the receipt of satisfactory results of any applicable check.Statement on Inclusion Diversity Equity Accessibility (I.D.E.A.):&nbsp;Kids Help Phone provides services in one of the most diverse countries in the world. The diversity of our communities takes many forms. It includes differences related, amongst others to race, ethnicity, national origin, gender identity, gender expression and presentation, sexual orientation, religion, age, ability, and socioeconomic status. We see diversity as an asset to our organization and communities and strive to be reflective of the communities that we serve. We commit ourselves to promoting better understanding and appreciation of our human diversity; a commitment which is best realized through our individual and collective effort.&nbsp;We are professionally and personally committed to celebrating the rich diversity, equity and inclusion of people who work in our company, to those who live in our communities, and to those who access our services and resources. We believe that it is critical that our services empower freedom of thought and opinion in an environment of mutual respect. All our activities and interactions are enriched by accepting each other as we are and by celebrating our uniqueness as well as our commonality. We are guided by the principle that celebrating diversity, equity and inclusion enriches and empowers the lives of all people. &nbsp;Message to Agencies:Kids Help Phone does not accept unsolicited telephone calls, referrals or resumes from any source other than directly from candidates. Kids Help Phone will not consider unsolicited telephone calls, referrals and/or resumes from vendors including and without limitation, search firms, staffing agencies, fee-based referral services and recruiting agencies. The submission of referrals or resumes by anyone other than a candidate directly to Kids Help Phone is not welcome. Unsolicited referrals and resumes sent to Kids Help Phone will be deemed gratuitous, and Kids Help Phone will not be obligated or bound in any way to pay a referral or any other fee if a person referred to us from a source other than a direct candidate is subsequently hired.#KDIND

Kids Help Phone

Bilingual Counsellor - Remote - Relief -  Quebec

Job Title&nbsp;Bilingual Counsellor - Part-Time - &nbsp;QuebecShift IDRQO-0406-PTB217 Location&nbsp;Remote - QuebecStart Date Shift Description26 average scheduled weekly hours; 22.5 average weekly paid hours.Shift RotationSunMonTueWedThuFriSatWeek 17:00pm&nbsp; to&nbsp; 3:30am EST7:00pm&nbsp; to&nbsp; 3:30am EST 7:00pm&nbsp; to&nbsp; 3:30am EST Week 27:00pm&nbsp; to&nbsp; 3:30am EST 7:00pm&nbsp; to&nbsp; 3:30am EST 7:00pm&nbsp; to&nbsp; 3:30am EST Salary:$31,36/hourJob Type:Part-Time PermanentJob Posting Close DateAugust 27&nbsp; 2025 Kids Help Phone is on a transformational journey, one that will change the landscape of youth mental health in Canada.&nbsp; &nbsp;We cannot do it without a team who are willing to be game changers and help fuel that journey. We need team members that are passionate about making a real difference in young people’s lives.&nbsp;Unlock your potential. Carve out a career as unique as yourself. Grow with us.&nbsp;Presentation of the organization&nbsp;Kids Help Phone is a Canadian and world leader, known for their expertise and continuous innovation as Canada’s only 24/7 professional crisis support, counselling&nbsp;and information services for young people, in both French and English. Since 1989, we have offered kids, teens and young adults a critical lifeline of hope and support through our free, anonymous and confidential services.&nbsp; Young people reach out to Kids Help Phone’s professional counselors and trained volunteers from every corner of the country via phone, Live Chat and texting, and benefit from their database of local youth-serving programs.&nbsp; Kids Help Phone’s website is a widely recognized model of youth-focused design; offering therapeutic tools, games, information, and counseling.&nbsp;  &nbsp;To learn more about Feel Out Loud: the largest youth mental health movement in Canadian history:  &nbsp;<a href="https://kidshelpphone.ca/unlockhope/campaign-cabinet/" target="_blank">The Feel Out Loud Campaign Cabinet</a> –&nbsp;a group of extraordinary philanthropic and business leaders who are deeply committed to unlocking hope for all youth across Canada&nbsp;  &nbsp;<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wJEbpLfv5zs" target="_blank">What I Wouldn’t Do (North Star Calling)</a>, a star-studded anthem and video created by over 50 Canadian artists who united across the country to form the musical collective Artists for Feel Out Loud, with the sole purpose of amplifying the conversation around mental health and empowering young people to feel out loud. &nbsp;Job description and responsibilities:&nbsp;As a KHP counsellor, you will&nbsp;provide&nbsp;single session solution focused&nbsp;support to young people via&nbsp;anonymous phone and live chat. Sessions are offered on a first come first serve basis. You will be supporting young people with a variety of concerns such as: mental health anxiety, depression, family and relationships, school challenges and suicide. Support is provided through a person-centered approach and aligned with counselling best practices.&nbsp;What&nbsp;You’ll&nbsp;Bring:&nbsp;<ul type="disc"><li>Ability to support youth via phone and live chat based counselling services, moving between modalities on every shift.&nbsp;</li><li>Strong risk assessment and safety planning skills pertaining to youth risk and safety: Child Welfare, Suicide and Self-Injury, Substance Abuse, Threats against Others etc. &nbsp;</li><li>Ability to work independently and have sound judgement on situations that require escalation to management.&nbsp;</li><li>A strong work ethic, professionalism, and the ability to maintain boundaries, especially when addressing challenging calls that may involve individuals displaying strong emotions, including anger.&nbsp;</li><li>Reflexive practice; empowering and strengths-based, client-centered approach; non-judgmental; strong, professional boundaries; recognition of and advocate for service users’ autonomy in their journey; commitment to diversity, inclusion, equity and accessibility; ability to adapt to changing client needs.&nbsp;</li><li>The ability to communicate with empathy, curiosity and professionalism.&nbsp;</li><li>The ability to merge your own personality and counselling style with Kids Help Phone’s clinical model.&nbsp;</li><li>Active engagement in individual supervision, group supervision, clinical consultations, coaching, in-service training, team meetings, and other scheduled activities.&nbsp;</li><li>Participation in a positive workplace culture by engaging respectfully and collaboratively with colleagues while embodying Kids Help Phone’s values (Courageous, Collaborative, Innovative, Resilient, Trustworthy).&nbsp;</li><li>Ability to work in a high energy and dynamic environment.&nbsp;</li></ul> &nbsp;What&nbsp;You’ll&nbsp;Need:&nbsp;<ul type="disc"><li>Bachelor or Master's degree or diploma in social services (Social Work, Counselling, Psychology, Sexology, Child and Youth Care, etc.) or equivalent with experience in crisis work and counselling.&nbsp;</li><li>A minimum of 1-2 years experience in crisis intervention and/or counselling, including solid risk assessment and safety planning skills (practicum/placement experience is considered);&nbsp;</li><li>Outstanding communication skills in English (spoken and written) as well as French (for bilingual positions);&nbsp;</li><li>Sound knowledge of various national and provincial legislation related to youth at risk including making decisions regarding appropriate and relevant referrals to community authorities (i.e., emergency services and Child Protective Services as required);&nbsp;</li><li>Sound typing and written communication to counsel on our Live Chat service;&nbsp;</li><li>Stable and dedicated high speed internet (minimum 25 Mbps of download speed and 10 Mbps of upload speed to the device being used); a closed private workspace&nbsp;</li></ul>If you reside in the province of Quebec, bilingualism is required as the majority of our calls are in English and the nature of the work (crisis intervention) requires a high proficiency in both language to ensure positive outcomes for our clientele.Don’t meet every single qualification and requirement? Studies have shown that women and racialized people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At KHP we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles that our organization is recruiting for. Please note our training dates below for the new year - 2025. Training is mandatory: English Training: August &nbsp;11 to August &nbsp;14 from 10:00am to 6:00pm EST andAugust 18 &nbsp;to August 21 from 12:00pm to 8:00pm ESTFrench Training: August 25 to August 28 from 10:00am to 6:00pm EST andSeptember 2 to September 6 &nbsp;from 12:00pm to 8:00pm ESTEnglish Training: October 6 to October 9 &nbsp;from 10:00am to 6:00pm EST andOctober 13 &nbsp;to October 16 from 12:00pm to 8:00pm ESTFrench Training: November 3 to November 6 &nbsp;from 10:00am to 6:00pm EST andNovember 10 to November 13 &nbsp;from 12:00pm to 8:00pm ESTEnglish Training: November 17&nbsp;to November 20 &nbsp;from 10:00am to 6:00pm EST andNovember 24 to November 27 from 12:00pm to 8:00pm EST &nbsp;Applications for this position will close at the date at the top of the job postingThe Small Print:&nbsp;Accommodation Statement:Kids Help Phone welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities, as such reasonable accommodations are available upon request from a candidate with a disability, thus ensuring you can take part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process. If as a qualified job applicant, you request an accommodation, we will consult with you and provide reasonable accommodations according to your accessibility needs. If you wish to make a request, please provide a cover letter, when applying to this position. The successful candidate to this role will be asked to complete a background screen, which may include criminal, credit, employment, educational checks and/or COVID 19 vaccination checks. All offers of employment are conditional on the receipt of satisfactory results of any applicable check.Statement on Inclusion Diversity Equity Accessibility (I.D.E.A.):&nbsp;Kids Help Phone provides services in one of the most diverse countries in the world. The diversity of our communities takes many forms. It includes differences related, amongst others to race, ethnicity, national origin, gender identity, gender expression and presentation, sexual orientation, religion, age, ability, and socioeconomic status. We see diversity as an asset to our organization and communities and strive to be reflective of the communities that we serve. We commit ourselves to promoting better understanding and appreciation of our human diversity; a commitment which is best realized through our individual and collective effort.&nbsp;We are professionally and personally committed to celebrating the rich diversity, equity and inclusion of people who work in our company, to those who live in our communities, and to those who access our services and resources. We believe that it is critical that our services empower freedom of thought and opinion in an environment of mutual respect. All our activities and interactions are enriched by accepting each other as we are and by celebrating our uniqueness as well as our commonality. We are guided by the principle that celebrating diversity, equity and inclusion enriches and empowers the lives of all people. &nbsp;Message to Agencies:Kids Help Phone does not accept unsolicited telephone calls, referrals or resumes from any source other than directly from candidates. Kids Help Phone will not consider unsolicited telephone calls, referrals and/or resumes from vendors including and without limitation, search firms, staffing agencies, fee-based referral services and recruiting agencies. The submission of referrals or resumes by anyone other than a candidate directly to Kids Help Phone is not welcome. Unsolicited referrals and resumes sent to Kids Help Phone will be deemed gratuitous, and Kids Help Phone will not be obligated or bound in any way to pay a referral or any other fee if a person referred to us from a source other than a direct candidate is subsequently hired.#KDIND

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