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SummaryDuring the winter months, extreme cold temperatures exacerbate the challenges faced by individuals experiencing homelessness, making it crucial that our Drop-In center extend its hours to ensure safety and access to critical services. This role will support the operations of our winter program hours. The Drop-In Program Worker works with the drop-in team to ensure the smooth operation of the Drop-In program and its related services to PARC members (a member is defined as any or all of the following: psychiatric survivor, marginalized, homeless/under-housed or socially isolated person).&nbsp;ResponsibilitiesDrop-In Program Worker carries out a variety of duties during drop-in operations direct/personal member support, crisis interventions, responding to member concerns and making recommendations for further support activity and running small group activities and recreational programs as assigned. Drop-In Program Worker carries out various assigned tasks supporting different aspects of the weekend or weekday drop-in program on a shift by shift basis.&nbsp; &nbsp;Drop-In Program Worker provides support and friendly contact for all members using the centre. The Drop-In Program Worker upholds safety and the preservation of a healthy space and access to PARC for all members.&nbsp;Drop-In Program Worker will assist in the development of community resources, use creative strategies to address systemic issues, and contribute to public education and awareness.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;The practice of the Drop-In Program Worker is guided by the agency’s standards (policies &amp; procedures) and relevant legislation, including the Mental Health Act and professional standards and ethics.Qualifications:&nbsp;<ul><li>Minimum of 2 years direct experience in a community mental health or community development setting with marginalized people, socially isolated adults, psychiatric survivors and homeless/under-housed people;</li><li>Post-secondary education in a related field or combination of education and experience.</li><li>Sound knowledge of the issues presented by psychiatric survivors &amp; marginalized people who have been homeless or under-housed and pertinent legislation. Broad experience with individual, family, and systems advocacy. Counselling, crisis prevention and intervention experience.&nbsp; The ability to demonstrate sound judgment;</li><li>A justice-based analysis of social service provision, experience in navigating systemic barriers to resources and experience providing personal support for high need /high-risk populations, gained either through life experience, front-line work, social work education or some combination of the above;&nbsp;</li><li>Excellent communication skills, organizational skills, written skills, and computer skills;</li><li>Possess the ability to work effectively in a high-stress environment with a diverse team;</li><li>Experience with supporting and overseeing the work of member workers, students and volunteers;</li><li>Experience with system navigation about our members experience including housing-especially eviction prevention, legal, food security, diversity/inclusion and income security;</li><li>Experience with advocacy or community organizing.&nbsp;</li></ul>Hours of Work: The work schedule for the Part-Time Drop-In Program Worker &nbsp;to April 15, 2025. Shifts are Monday to Thursday, from 12:30PM to 6:30 PMPARC is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from people who are reflective of the diverse communities we serve. We strongly encourage applicants with lived experiences, from Indigenous communities, people of all races, ethnic origins, religions, disabilities, and sexual orientations to apply. We recognize that equitable access to employment is an agent in social change.We thank all applicants for their interest and advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.If you have any requirements for accommodation due to disability, please advise Human Resources during the recruitment and selection process. We will work with you to best meet your needs as per resources available to us.

Parkdale Activity Recreation Centre

Parkdale Activity - Recreation Centre

Drop-in Worker -  Part Time, Contract

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

Moms Stop The Harm

Youth Coordinator

November 17, 2025&nbsp;Internal/External Job Posting:&nbsp;Seniors’ ACS (Afro Caribbean Seniors) Program Worker (6 mth. Parental Leave contract; 7 hrs per week -Thursdays)&nbsp;Posting Number: 2025-23Davenport-Perth Neighbourhood and Community Health Centre (DPNCHC) is a multi-service community agency committed to furthering community development/capacity building and health promotion activities for all ages. A United Way Agency, the Centre specializes in programs ranging from early years to youth, isolated adults, health, and seniors. The Seniors’ ACS Program Worker will assist the team to plan, develop, promote, implement, and evaluate activities and events for the Afro Caribbean Seniors Program. The program runs on Thursdays every week.Responsibilities: • Plan, develop, and implement activities for the Afro Caribbean Seniors Program, • Plan and carry out activities for the Afro-Caribbean Seniors group using a community development approach, • Assist in developing and implementing a Seniors’ Service Model that includes Best Practices and uses a client-centered, community development model, • Participate in a constructive, collaborative, and cooperative manner within the seniors' staff team in the planning and implementation of the seniors’ program activities, • Carry out program planning and delivery within the context of DPNCHC's mission statement,&nbsp; • Keep updated program registration forms, waivers, and program attendance,&nbsp; • Support and integrate any volunteer and student placements connected to Seniors Services,&nbsp; • Assist with needs assessments and program evaluations.Qualifications: • 1.5 years of experience providing programming to marginalized or isolated and culturally diverse seniors – preferably those who identify as African, Black, Caribbean, • Experience working with seniors, with a focus on Black, African, Caribbean community, • Current CPR and First Aid certificates, • Demonstrated group facilitation skills, • Good English language – verbal and written language, • Good computer literacy (WORD, Excel, email, database programs), • Knowledge of, and commitment to, health promotion, cultural competency, and community development, • Experience working with and supporting volunteers, • Knowledge of the Davenport-Perth neighbourhood is an asset, • Available to work on Thursdays.Start Date: Dec 11, 2025 to May 21, 2026. Hourly range: $21.990 - $23.927 per hour plus statutory benefits and Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP). This position is part of the bargaining unit.Resume &amp; cover letter to: Posting No. 2025-23 at <a href="mailto:hire@dpnchc.ca" target="_blank">hire@dpnchc.ca</a> or mail to 1900 Davenport Rd, Toronto, ON M6N 1B7.Application Due Dates: Internal: 5pm, Nov. 25, 2025. External: 5pm, Nov. 28, 2025.Davenport-Perth Neighbourhood and Community Health Centre encourages applications from Black candidates, as well as individuals from diverse backgrounds including culture, race, language, religion, class and gender/sexual orientation. Reasonable accommodation or any other special needs will be provided in all parts of the hiring process. If you require any accommodation, please advise Human Resources. As a condition of employment all new hires must show proof of COVID-19 vaccination (2 doses) with vaccines approved by Health Canada, unless they have an exemption from vaccination under the Human Rights Code. Also required to undertake a Vulnerable Sector Screening with Police Services. Only applicants selected for interviews will be contacted. No phone calls please. DPNCHC is a perfume free environment.

Davenport-Perth Neighbourhood and Community Health Centre

Program Worker,  Afro-Caribbean Seniors

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