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Baycrest is working to defeat dementia and change the future of aging. Become a volunteer today and support our work to help older adults make their later years the best years of their lives. As a volunteer, you may:<ul>	<li>Experience working within a healthcare setting</li>	<li>Interact with clients, healthcare workers, and researchers</li>	<li>Access unique volunteer opportunities and learn new skills</li></ul>Every volunteer assignment is diverse and meaningful, reflecting the volunteer’s passion and expertise. Some volunteers spend time socializing with clients, others provide eating assistance, participate in art, music and recreational activities and even participate in research projects.&nbsp;Here is a small sample of volunteer roles:<ul>	<li>Assisting with Therapeutic Recreational Programs</li>	<li>Memory Care Community - Program Assistant</li>	<li>Palliative Care Volunteer</li>	<li>Friendly Visiting</li>	<li>Assisting with Special Events and Outing</li></ul>Apply online today:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.baycrest.org/Baycrest-Pages/Get-Involved/Volunteer/Becoming-a-Volunteer" target="_blank">www.baycrest.org/volunteer</a>&nbsp;or via email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:volunteer@baycrest.org?subject=Information%20on%20Volunteering" target="_blank">volunteer@baycrest.org</a>&nbsp;or by phone 416-785-2500 ext. 2572.

Baycrest Volunteer Services

Volunteer Opportunities

Baycrest is dedicated to defeating dementia and transforming the future of aging. Consider becoming a volunteer today to support our mission to help older adults make their later years the best years of their lives. As a volunteer, you will have the opportunity to:<ul>	<li>Gain experience in a healthcare setting</li>	<li>Interact with clients, healthcare professionals, and researchers</li>	<li>Access unique volunteer opportunities and learn new skills</li></ul>We are currently recruiting Palliative Care Volunteers. Palliative Care focuses on relieving suffering and enhancing the quality of living and dying for individuals with life-limiting terminal illnesses, as well as supporting their families. This care aims to help individuals live as comfortably and thoroughly as possible. The end of life is a significant stage in a person's journey, often filled with many emotions and thoughts. One of the volunteers' most valuable contributions is to be a listener. This supportive presence is part of the patient and family’s team without being a medical team member. Volunteers offer companionship, emotional support, encouragement, comfort, and assistance to individuals facing death and their families. To schedule your interview, please complete the following steps: 1. Submit your online application and register for an orientation. 2. Attend a Baycrest Volunteer Orientation. 3. Complete the online eLearning modules. A link will be emailed to you after the orientation session. The modules cover:<ul>	<li>Accessibility and the Customer Service Standards</li>	<li>Accessibility and the Human Rights Code</li>	<li>Infection Prevention and Control for Volunteers</li>	<li>Managing Responsive Behaviors</li>	<li>Patient Safety</li>	<li>Privacy for Volunteers</li>	<li>Workplace Violence, Workplace Harassment, and Domestic Violence</li></ul>4. Obtain a signed reference form, which can be downloaded from our website. 5. Submit a completed and physician-signed immunization record, also downloadable from our website. 6. Provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination (two doses). 7. If you are 18 or older, submit a police check, including a vulnerable sector screening. For forms and more information, please email or call volunteer services. You will be reimbursed for this cost after six months of volunteering. 8. Submit proof of a current flu vaccine if you wish to volunteer between December 1 and April Apply online today:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.baycrest.org/Baycrest-Pages/Get-Involved/Volunteer/Becoming-a-Volunteer" target="_blank">www.baycrest.org/volunteer</a>&nbsp;or via email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:volunteer@baycrest.org?subject=Information%20on%20Volunteering" target="_blank">volunteer@baycrest.org</a>&nbsp;or by phone 416-785-2500 ext. 2572

Palliative Care Volunteer

Region :&nbsp;Across CanadaVolunteer opportunity conditions :&nbsp; &nbsp;<ul><li>Location :&nbsp;In-person and/or virtual. The majority of preparedness and response work is performed in the community, in an office environment or through virtual means such as by telephone or video conference&nbsp;</li><li>Regions&nbsp;or cities :<ul><li>Newfoundland and Labrador :&nbsp;Grand Falls-Windsor, St. John's, Labrador City, Corner Brook and Area.</li><li>New Brunswick :&nbsp;Tracadie, Edmundston, Grand Falls, Campbellton,&nbsp;Bathurst, Miramichi, Sussex and&nbsp;Fredericton.</li><li>Nova Scotia :&nbsp;Antigonish, Truro, Pictou, Bridgewater, Yarmouth and Sydney.</li><li>Prince Edward Island:&nbsp;Charlottetown and&nbsp;Summerside.</li><li>Saskatchewan: Northern Saskatchewan, Northwest Saskatchewan, Yorkton, Prince Albert,&nbsp;Kindersley and Rosetown.</li><li>Manitoba:&nbsp;Thompson, Flin Flon, The Pas,&nbsp;Swan River, Dauphin, Brandon, Steinbach, Portage La Prairie, Gimli, Peguis, Morden/Winkler.</li><li>Nunavut&nbsp;</li><li>Northwest Territories: Yellowknife, Ft Simpson and Hay River.</li><li>Alberta:&nbsp;Fort McMurray, Slave Lake, Cold Lake, Lac La Biche, Grande Prairie, High Level, Peace River, High&nbsp;Prairie,&nbsp;Medicine Hat, Brooks, Lethbridge, Taber, Stand Off.</li><li>British Columbia :&nbsp;Castlegar, Creston Area, Nelson, Nakusp, Salmo,&nbsp; Penticton, Summerland, Oliver, Osoyoos, Keremeos, Princeton, North West - Burns Lake to Prince Rupert,&nbsp;North Central - Prince George and Area,&nbsp;NorthEast - Chetwyn to Fort Nelson,&nbsp;North South – Cariboo and&nbsp;Bella Coola Area.</li><li>Ontario :&nbsp;&nbsp;Fort Erie, Port Colborne, Welland, Town of Pelham, Wainfleet, Niagara Falls, Niagara on the Lake, St. Catharines, Thorold, Grimsby, Town of Lincoln, West Lincoln, Windsor, Essex, Tecumseh, Leamington, Amherstburg, Sarnia, Chatham, Wallaceburg, Northumberland County, Port Hope, Cobourg, Colborne, Brighton, Hastings, Campbellford, Owen Sound, Chatsworth, Meaford, Markdale, Dundalk, Kincardine, Port Elgin, Southampton, Chesley, Hanover, Tobermory, Lion's Head, Wiarton, Paris, Brantford, St George, Six Nations (Ohsweken), Haldimand, Norfolk, Simcoe, Hagersville, Dunnville, Goderich, Clinton, Exeter, Blyth, London, Dorchester, Ilderton, Lucan, Mount Brydges, Parkhill, Strathroy, Huron County, Perth, Stratford, St. Marys, Mitchell, Listowel, Oxford, Woodstock, Ingersoll, Tillsonburg, Tavistock, Simcoe County, District of Muskoka, City of Kawartha Lakes, County of Haliburton, Dufferin County, District of Algoma, City of Sudbury, Sudbury District, District of Manitoulin, District of Kenora, District of Thunder Bay, District of Rainy River, District of Cochrane, District of Timiskaming, James Bay Coast, District of Nipissing, Parry Sound, Renfrew County, Stormont Dundas &amp; Glengarry, Prescott Russell, Leeds &amp; Grenville, North &amp; South Frontenac, St Thomas, Lambton Shore, Plympton-Wyoming, Petrolia, Oil springs, Kettle Point, Aylmer, Belmont, Port Stanley, Port Burwell and Southwold.</li></ul></li><li>Minimum age :&nbsp;18 years or older. &nbsp;</li><li>Minimum volunteer hours/period :&nbsp;Ideally you have the ability to volunteer during regular hours and/or during non-traditional hours (evenings and weekends), accept an on-call shift rotation and/or respond to unplanned emergency/disaster related requests periodically.&nbsp; Hours will vary by location and frequency of response activity&nbsp;</li><li>The potential exists for responding in disaster areas, as well as difficult conditions. If working at a response site, health and safety considerations will be outlined prior to the assignment&nbsp;</li><li>You can identify a preference to respond in your local community and/or outside of your community. &nbsp;</li><li>In exceptional circumstances, our volunteers may be offered the opportunity to deploy away from home to a large-scale response in their province or in Canada, as required and available, anywhere from 7 to 21 days.&nbsp;</li></ul>The Canadian Red Cross (Red Cross) – an inspirational not for profit organization, helps people and communities in Canada and around the world in times of need and supports them in strengthening their resilience. We are committed to having an accessible, diverse, inclusive, and barrier-free working environment. Emergency Management Teams across Canada are looking for volunteers to be a part of their mission. Because of our wide-reaching network of highly trained volunteers, Canadanadians who have found themselves impacted by disaster big and small, are able to turn to the Canadian Red Cross for relief and support.&nbsp; As a volunteer in this role, you will:&nbsp;<ul><li>Work collaboratively as part of an experienced team of trained EM volunteers and respond to emergencies in your community, or province or across Canada according to your schedule and availability.</li><li>Learn about Red Cross assistance including emergency shelter, clothing, food, personal services, registration, family reunification and safety and wellbeing requirements.</li><li>Assess needs with those affected by an emergency event and provide approved goods and services.</li><li>Support the wellbeing of beneficiaries by providing care, comfort and referrals to partner agencies and other community-based groups for services.</li><li>Prepare, inventory and manage response supplies to ensure they are stocked and ready&nbsp;</li><li>Contribute to the overall health, safety and security of the team you work with.</li><li>Participate in Red Cross team building, training, planning and readiness exercises.&nbsp;</li><li>Contribute to community-based risk reduction and emergency preparedness activities.</li><li>Apply for leadership roles to supervise, mentor and lead other EM volunteers and manage the delivery of required services.</li></ul>You bring these essential talents:&nbsp;<ul><li>Commitment - to the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.redcross.ca/about-us/about-the-canadian-red-cross/red-cross-fundamental-principles" target="_blank">Fundamental Principles of the Red Cross Movement</a>&nbsp;and the core competencies of team excellence, service excellence, accountability and results focused.</li><li>Customer Service Skills - dedicated to supporting those affected by emergencies.</li><li>Language fluency - to deliver services in English; French and additional languages are an asset&nbsp;</li><li>Communication skills - attuned to supporting with active listening and the ability to explain and confirm understanding.</li><li>Attention to detail - when making notes, maintaining logs, completing forms, providing statistics and tracking financial disbursements.</li><li>Computer use – including the ability enter data into a database or spreadsheet and use email&nbsp;</li><li>Teamwork values - sharing information, helping team members, respectful of diversity, approachable, building relationships.</li><li>Ability to remain calm during a crisis - express empathy, remain focused and respond decisively.&nbsp;</li><li>Dependable and reliable.</li></ul>A satisfactory Enhanced Police Information Check or equivalent is mandatory for all personnel volunteering or working with the Red Cross.&nbsp; <a href="https://humanit.redcross.ca/emergency_management_en" target="_blank">Apply now</a>Live in Quebec? Please click&nbsp;<a href="https://humanit.redcross.ca/?nd=user_volunteer_application&amp;entry_point_id=129&amp;entry_point_type=global_entry_point&amp;_ga=2.47628068.2096331197.1715189518-1443874423.1706905275&amp;_gl=1*zkggu6*_ga*MTQ0Mzg3NDQyMy4xNzA2OTA1Mjc1*_ga_376D8LHM0R*MTcxNTM0Njc4NS4xMTYuMS4xNzE1MzQ3MTgxLjAuMC44NzE2ODA1NzI.*_fplc*dk1zdGk4VjElMkZlNmZ4VEtDd2g1cHNLa1FtczRLT0lQZFpVODZ0THlKbTElMkI2MzhyYWdPMXViRk41d3c2anoyTmJ0ZkZQYXZDTUtzS1lHaDNhVVNCSlNZSzNXM1BIRkJOdXNJVEs0RHlvY2ZDWkhTT3NFYkhkb0RZUlVFZ0dOUSUzRCUzRA.." target="_blank">HERE</a>

Canadian Red Cross Society

Emergency Management Volunteer

The Marketing Communications Specialist will support the marketing needs of Global Peace Network, with a focus on creative content development. The position will be responsible for the creation, &nbsp;implementation and management of GPN marketing materials including quarterly newsletters, social media posts, advertisements, &amp; the organizational website. The position will also share responsibility of connecting with partnering organizations for content creation &amp; development.&nbsp;Core Expectations:<ul><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills&nbsp;</li><li>&nbsp;Experience with design/layout of content for wide-variety of media, including web, collateral, online/digital media&nbsp;</li><li>Proven ability to write compelling copy</li><li>Own and update content as needed, including presentations, infographics, web content, etc.&nbsp;</li><li>&nbsp;Maintain marketing materials and templates&nbsp;</li><li>&nbsp;Experience of digital marketing, including web, video and email&nbsp;</li><li>Able to work well in a fast-paced environment, on deadline&nbsp;</li><li>Able to attend meetings as needed</li></ul>Core Requirements<ul><li>MS Office skills, including Word, Excel, PPT and Outlook</li><li>Google Drive skills, including Docs, Sheets, Slides &amp; Gmail</li><li>Graphic programs, such as Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign or similar&nbsp;</li><li>&nbsp;Experience with HTML and Marketing Automation softwares is a plus</li><li>Bachelor’s degree in marketing, marketing communications, journalism or market management is a plus</li></ul>

Global Peace Network

Marketing Communications Specialist

***Open to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada only***Assignment Type: Canadian International VolunteerAssignment ID: VA-106922Assignment Title: Communications and Visibility AdvisorPartner: Tea Association of Malawi LimitedCountry: MalawiDuration: 4 to 5 monthsTime Commitment: Full-time<h2>Assignment Context</h2>Are you passionate about improving economic opportunities for young women globally? Do you have communications strategies and tools development skills to share?As the Communications and Visibility Advisor with the Tea Association of Malawi in Blantyre, Malawi, you will assist to increase the visibility of the tea sector gender mainstreaming program.Apply today to make an impact in the empowerment of women in the Malawi tea sector!<h2>Roles and Responsibilities</h2><ul><li>Review and enhance the current social media strategy to improve reach and engagement, and support the development and scheduling of high-quality, consistent content</li><li>Guide the monitoring of communication reach and impact through data collection and analysis, providing actionable recommendations for adapting strategies and work plans</li><li>Conduct a comprehensive review of the organization's website in collaboration with the team and develop a work plan to improve its content, usability, and relevance</li><li>Work with the team to highlight the association's success stories, showcasing the impactful work and achievements of both individual member estates and smallholder farmers</li><li>Emphasize efforts in gender equality and women’s empowerment, celebrating key milestones and transformative initiatives</li><li>Support to promote the Malawi Tea, capturing its role in driving sustainable development and uplifting the tea sector in Malawi</li><li>Consistently apply a gender equality lens in all communication activities, ensuring women’s stories and perspectives are highlighted prominently</li><li>Incorporate an environmental sustainability and climate action lens in developing success stories and updating website content</li><li>Participate in pre-assignment training</li><li>Participate in at least 3 public engagement initiatives with Canadian audiences before, during, or within 6 months after the end of the assignment. Volunteers will be equipped with the tools, training, funds, and support to achieve these goals. Volunteers must also report on each of their public engagement activities through our Volunteer Information Portal. Virtual chats and individual check-ins can be booked with the Senior Public Engagement Officer throughout the course of their assignment and during the 6 months following its completion to seek guidance and support with their public engagement activities.</li><li>Canadian volunteers are required to do at least one activity that contributes to meeting a fundraising target of $1,500. The minimum requirement is met by each volunteer using our Volunteer Information Portal to report having sent one message to their network about their volunteer assignment that includes the link to the WUSC Shared Impact Fund webpage. This message also counts as one of their three required public engagement activities. Volunteers will be supported with the tools, training, and resources to achieve the fundraising goal.</li><li>Submit reports as required by the partner organization and by WUSC.</li></ul><h2>Experience and Qualifications</h2><ul><li>Degree in communications, public relations, digital marketing, or other related field</li><li>Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing communications strategies and work plans</li><li>Knowledge of digital communications marketing, social media tools, trends, and best practices</li><li>Minimum two (2) years relevant professional experience in your field of expertise</li><li>A commitment to gender equality, youth inclusion, and international volunteering</li><li>Flexibility, adaptability, excellent interpersonal skills and cultural sensitivity</li><li>Experience with group facilitation and trainings, including content development</li><li>Experience living and working internationally considered an asset</li><li>Written and oral fluency in English.</li></ul><h2>Project Description</h2>Volunteering for development is one of the important ways in which WUSC pursues its mission. The IGNI+E project, funded by Global Affairs Canada, supports over 70 partner organizations to advance gender equality and the economic empowerment of 1.2 million youth around the world. IGNI+E harnesses the knowledge, capacity and expertise of skilled Canadians through volunteer assignments and public engagement activities to assist partners in improving their performance, advocating for gender equality, and implementing more sustainable, innovative and inclusive initiatives and services for poor and marginalised youth, particularly young women. Overseas, our volunteers collaborate with a wide variety of partners, including enterprise and social enterprise development incubators, skills training centres, women’s organizations, and youth groups. In Canada, WUSC works with institutions and individuals to identify, prepare, and support volunteers who travel overseas to support our partners. Our network in Canada also works with WUSC to raise awareness among Canadians to inspire greater action on global development issues. Our collective focus is on sustainable and inclusive changes to create a better world for youth.<h2>Partner Description</h2>The Tea Association of Malawi (Ltd) is the representative body of all tea estates, tea companies, producers and processors, and it represents the interests of tea growers and producers in Malawi. Responsible for promoting all aspects of the tea industry and addressing all matters of potential concern by coordinating and communicating the interests of the Tea Industry in Malawi’s economy and maintains linkages with national and international associations.The Tea Association also disseminates information and assists members in answering questions about the industry and in working out any problems that they may encounter. Membership affords the opportunity to keep abreast of the latest tea trends and keep up-to-date on important governmental matters. To enable sustainable growth of the Malawian tea market as a whole, while guiding our membership through an ever changing external environment; it has created practices and mechanisms for issues relating to hired labor and smallholders that have significantly improved the terms and conditions on which the estate sector engages with both groups<h2>Support Package</h2><ul><li>Support and guidance from the WUSC Volunteer Mobilization Team prior to departure and from WUSC Country Team while on assignment</li><li>Pre-departure training to learn about the volunteering for development program, gain practical skills for living and working in an intercultural context and network with other volunteers</li><li>In-country orientation upon arrival in country of assignment</li><li>Language training in country of assignment, where required</li><li>Modest monthly living and accommodation allowance</li><li>Airfare to and from the assignment country</li><li>Visa/work permit</li><li>Pre-departure medical exam</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Vaccinations and antimalarial medication</li><li>Criminal record verification</li><li>Vacation leave entitlement</li><li>Debriefing after completion of assignment</li><li>An incredible opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to global development, enhance your professional skills and participate in an experience of a lifetime!</li></ul>

World University Service of Canada (WUSC)

Communications and Visibility Advisor | Malawi | Volunteer Internationally 

Come be a guest speaker at Alberta Senior Health Association's special events. You will be talking about any topic related to seniors' well-being. Official volunteer hours will be given.

Alberta Senior Health Association

Guest Speaker at Seminar (seniors' health related)

Vengeance Foundation is a Toronto-based arts and STEM charity that empowers emerging artists and inspires youth through exhibitions, workshops, and community programs. We create platforms where new voices can be seen, celebrated, and supported.The Volunteer Recruiter helps keep our programs running smoothly by ensuring each team has the volunteers they need. This role involves:<ul><li>Working with program managers to identify open volunteer roles</li><li>Posting opportunities on volunteer platforms and social media</li><li>Reaching out to networks and community groups to attract candidates</li><li>Screening and onboarding volunteers to match them with the right positions</li><li>Maintaining communication with both program managers and new recruits</li></ul>This position is perfect for someone who enjoys connecting with people, building community, and helping others find meaningful ways to contribute.

Vengeance Foundation

Volunteer Recruiter

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:<ul>	<li>Call/visit identified clients at least once a week.</li>	<li>Establish rapport and develop a friendly, supportive relationship with the client. Be sensitive to individual needs.</li>	<li>Assess for health deterioration and refer appropriately within the organization.</li>	<li>Call for crisis services if needed.</li>	<li>Document in the client information systems.</li>	<li>Complete Orientation &amp; Training.</li></ul>Technical and Behavioral Competencies Required:<ul>	<li>Experience supporting seniors.</li>	<li>Must be reliable and trustworthy, be comfortable working one on one, unsupervised.</li>	<li>Possess good interpersonal and communication skills.</li>	<li>Compassionate, respectful, patient and sensitive to the needs of clients</li>	<li>Possess good judgement and manage personal boundaries well.</li>	<li>Transferable work/volunteer experiences providing companionship and support to vulnerable people is an asset</li>	<li>Knowledge of issues impacting seniors is an asset.</li>	<li>good problem-solving skills,</li>	<li>able to work independently and as part of a team,</li>	<li>able to work collaboratively with community resources,</li>	<li>knowledge of and sensitivity to gender, race, sexual orientation, age and multicultural issues,</li></ul> NOTE:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Reconnect requires a criminal background check for all employees, volunteers, and students. Workplace Requirements:<ul>	<li>Will generally provide consistent weekly availability of minimally 1.0 hours.</li>	<li>Hours may vary depending on the needs of the client.</li>	<li>Must be willing and able to work flexible hours.</li></ul>

Reconnect Health Services

Friendly Visiting Volunteer (Remote)

Coordinator, Downtown Services and Drop In 


Location: Ottawa, Ontario 

Reports to: Assistant Director, Community Services 

Employment Status: Full-time Permanent 

Bargaining Unit Status: Included 

Annual Salary: $74,838.40 - $88,545.60 

Language requirements: English is essential; French is essential 

Bona Fide occupational requirement (BFOR): N/A 

Reference Number: 25-108 

Closing Date: September 30, 2025 

Vacancy: Yes 

Posting Stage: Internal 


Job Summary: 

Founded in 1960, the Youth Services Bureau of Ottawa (YSB) is one of the largest and most 

comprehensive non-profit agencies in Ottawa and a registered charity. It provides mental health 

services, employment programs, emergency shelter, community, health and housing services, and justice 

programs to youth in the Ottawa area, serving between 2,500 and 3,000 at-risk individuals aged 12+ and 

their families every month. YSB employs 400 caring professionals in a unionized environment in over 21 

locations across Ottawa. 

Under the general supervision of the Director and with the immediate guidance of the Assistant Director, 

the Coordinator is responsible for the overall functioning and operation of the Downtown Services and 

Drop-In programs in accordance with the policies and procedures established by the Youth Services 

Bureau. 


Principal Duties: 


Staff &amp; Program Related: 

 • Support the effective recruitment, supervision, evaluation and training of unit staff and student 

placements as assigned 

 • Oversee and ensure the smooth day to day operations of the unit including the delegation of and 

coordination of essential daily activities 

 • Ensure timely preparation of staff schedules 

 • Facilitate unit staff meetings to assess program and client needs and outcomes 

 • Support Youth Engagement staff to effectively work with youth teams to achieve work plan 

outcomes 

 • Help to continue the development of effective peer supporter/adult staff working relationships, 

processes and procedures 

 • Continue to develop by-youth-for-youth programming at the drop-in 

 • Assist with the continued integration of on-site service partners (Health clinic staff; school staff; 

Wabano case management) with drop-in services 

 • Assign work to staff as appropriate 

 • Liaise with other services within Youth Services Bureau 

and within the community and participate in meetings as required 

 • Contribute to program evaluation &amp; service development including the identification of trends 

with program area 

 • Contribute to Quality Assurance activities and reports and participate in research activities as 

required. 

 • In conjunction with Director, work with Program Funders on program related activities 

 • Regularly scheduled or periodical on call services are required 

 • Ensure compliance with Agency policies and procedures, program policies, collective agreement 

and relevant legislation. 

 • Ensure safe working practices are followed and established by the Youth Services Bureau and 

the program 

 • Coordinate all assigned project activities 

 Clinical/Client 

 • Oversee and participate in admission/discharge planning as required 


 • Oversee Imminent Risk assessments and ensure proper safety plans and follow up plans are in 

place 

 • Provide direct services to clients as required 

 • Oversee planning of program defined celebrations and/or special events 

 • Oversee access and referrals to appropriate services within Youth Services Bureau and 

or Community 

 Central Services/ Administration: 

 • Ensure all administrative tasks are completed on time and in accordance with unit &amp; Youth 

Services Bureau policies, including preparation of schedules, shift summaries, discrepancy 

reports, submission of payroll, approvals of time off requests and data entry 

 • Prepare reports &amp; statistical report documentation or other reports as required by director or 

program funders 

 • Ensure electronic files maintained and current within established guidelines 

 • Support the administration of budget &amp; be accountable for spending 

 • Prepare for licensing and accreditation as required 

 • Maintain inventory supplies 


 Job Specifications/Qualifications: 

(The qualifications are appended to the job description and are not intended to be part of the job 

description) 

 • Diploma or degree in Social Work or relevant field 

 • Minimum 5 years’ experience in a related setting 

 • Minimum 2 years’ experience in a supervisory role 

 • Must have knowledge of drop-in-services and Housing First for Youth 

 • Proven organizational and administrative skills. 

 • Strong written and verbal communication skills. 

 • Demonstrated decision making and problem solving skills. 

 • Experience creating and delivering presentations 

 • Experience working with budgets 


 • Knowledge of ministries, guidelines, legislations, regulations and requirements 

 • Knowledge of Youth Services Bureau Programs and Activities as well as Policies and Procedures 

 • Knowledge of Community partnerships and available services 

 • Computer skills 

 • Experience working in a non-profit environment 

 • Knowledge of mental health issues in adolescents 

 • Experience in behavioural issues 

 • Knowledge of various therapeutic approaches as well as intervention strategies and techniques 

 • Availability to work flexible hours and assume on call responsibilities as required 

 • Oral and written fluency in English &amp; French is essential 

Additional Qualifications: 

 • Successful applicants will be required to provide a clear Criminal Record Check, Vulnerable 

Sector Check or Broad Police check obtained within the past six (6) months, as a condition of 

employment with YSB. 

 • To confirm language proficiency required for this position, successful candidates may be 

requested to undergo an oral and written assessment conducted by a third-party provider, 

arranged by YSB. Candidates must meet the minimum required linguistic profile before their 

employment start date. Formal education may be considered as sufficient demonstration of 

language proficiency, but is subject to review. 

 Disclaimer: 

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not 

designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of 

the incumbent. Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required. 


What we offer: 

 • An opportunity to join a vibrant team and be part of truly meaningful and rewarding work; 

 • 15 days of annual vacation + 1 personal day; 

 • 100% YSB-paid group health benefits; 

 • Pension plan from Day 1; 

 • A team where you get to be yourself everyday and where you have the freedom to innovate. 


Join us! 

If you think this vacancy is a good fit, we would love to hear from you. Please visit the career section of 

our website to submit your resume and one-page cover letter. Don’t just tell us what we want to hear, 

tell us your story and why you would make a great addition to our team. 


We know applying to a job takes time and thank all candidates for their interest. While we are not able 

to get back to every candidate, we will ensure shortlisted applicants are aware of their status and will do 

our best to provide feedback if that can be helpful. Please be advised that although ADP has embedded 

AI functions YSB does not use this AI function to make hiring decisions. All recruitment decisions 

including the screening of applications are made by our hiring team, who review each application with 

care and consideration. We value the individuality and potential of each applicant and strive to create an 

inclusive hiring experience. If you have any questions about our recruitment practices, we encourage you 

to reach out to our Talent Acquisition Coordinator. 


At YSB, we are committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of our community. We 

encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, racialized people, people with disabilities, people from 

the LGBTQ community and/or people with intersectional identities. Accommodation will be made 

available for applicants with a disability throughout the hiring process, kindly make your needs known in 

advance. 


All interested candidates are encouraged to apply. In the event a qualified candidate is not found, 

candidates that do not meet the qualifications indicated on the posting may be considered. Qualified 

candidates may be contacted at any time throughout the application window, upon the closing date. 


Résumé du poste : 

Sous la supervision générale du directeur et sous la supervision directe du directeur adjoint, le 

coordonnateur ou la coordonnatrice est responsable du fonctionnement général des services du centre-

ville et des programmes de halte-accueil, conformément aux politiques et procédures établies par le 

Bureau des services à la jeunesse. 

Personnel et programme : 

 • Soutenir le recrutement, la supervision, l’évaluation et la formation efficaces du personnel de 

l’unité et des stagiaires, selon les besoins. 

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 • Superviser et assurer le bon fonctionnement quotidien de l’unité, y compris la délégation et la 

coordination des activités quotidiennes essentielles. 

 • Assurer la préparation ponctuelle des horaires du personnel. 

 • Animer les réunions du personnel de l’unité afin d’évaluer les besoins et les résultats du 

programme et des clients. 

 • Soutenir le personnel de mobilisation des jeunes pour qu’il travaille efficacement avec les 

équipes de jeunes afin d’atteindre les objectifs du plan de travail. 

 • Contribuer au développement continu de relations de travail, de processus et de procédures 

efficaces entre pairs aidants et personnel adulte. 

 • Poursuivre le développement de programmes par les jeunes et pour les jeunes au sein du centre 

d’accueil. 

 • Contribuer à l’intégration continue des partenaires de services sur place (personnel de la 

clinique, personnel scolaire, gestion de cas Wabano) aux services du centre d’accueil. 

 • Attribuer les tâches au personnel, selon les besoins. 

 • Assurer la liaison avec les autres services du Bureau des services à la jeunesse et de la 

communauté, et participer aux réunions, au besoin. 

 • Contribuer à l’évaluation et au développement des services, notamment en identifiant les 

tendances dans le domaine. 

 • Contribuer aux activités et aux rapports d’assurance de la qualité, et participer aux activités de 

recherche, au besoin. 

 • Collaborer avec le directeur du programme et les bailleurs de fonds sur les activités liées au 

programme. 

 • Des services sur appel réguliers ou périodiques sont requis. 

 • Veiller au respect des politiques et procédures de l’agence, des politiques du programme, de la 

convention collective et de la législation en vigueur. 

 • Veiller au respect des pratiques de travail sécuritaires et à leur mise en place par le Bureau des 

services à la jeunesse et le programme. 

 • Coordonner toutes les activités de projet assignées. 

Clinique/Client 

 • Superviser et participer à la planification des admissions et des sorties, selon les besoins. 

 • Superviser les évaluations des risques imminents et s’assurer que des plans de sécurité et de 

suivi appropriés sont en place. 


 • Fournir des services directs aux clients, selon les besoins. 

 • Superviser la planification des célébrations et des événements spéciaux définis par le 

programme. 

 • Superviser l’accès et l’orientation vers les services appropriés au sein du Bureau des services à la 

jeunesse et de la communauté. 

 Services centraux/Administration : 

 • S’assurer que toutes les tâches administratives sont effectuées dans les délais et conformément 

aux politiques de l’unité et du Bureau des services à la jeunesse, y compris la préparation des 

horaires, les résumés des quarts de travail, les rapports d’anomalies, la soumission des paies, 

l’approbation des demandes de congés et la saisie des données. 

 • Préparer les rapports statistiques ou autres rapports requis par le directeur ou les bailleurs de 

fonds du programme. 

 • S’assurer que les fichiers électroniques sont tenus à jour et conformes aux directives établies. 

 • Soutenir la gestion du budget et être responsable des dépenses. 

 • Préparer les demandes de licences et d’agrément, le cas échéant. 

 • Tenir à jour l’inventaire de fournitures. 

Description du poste/Qualifications : 

(Les qualifications sont annexées à la description du poste et ne sont pas destinées à en faire partie.) 

 • Diplôme en travail social ou dans un domaine connexe 

 • Minimum de cinq ans d’expérience dans un milieu connexe 

 • Minimum de deux ans d’expérience dans un rôle de supervision 

 • Connaissance des services d’accueil et du programme Logement d’abord pour les jeunes 

 • Compétences organisationnelles et administratives avérées 

 • Excellentes compétences en communication écrite et orale 

 • Compétences avérées en prise de décision et en résolution de problèmes 

 • Expérience en création et en présentation de présentations 

 • Expérience en gestion budgétaire 

 • Connaissance des ministères, des lignes directrices, des lois, des règlements et des exigences 

 • Connaissance des programmes et activités du Bureau des services à la jeunesse, ainsi que des 

politiques et procédures 


 • Connaissance des partenariats communautaires et des services offerts 

 • Compétences informatiques 

 • Expérience de travail dans un milieu à but non lucratif 

 • Connaissance des problèmes de santé mentale chez les adolescents 

 • Expérience des problèmes de comportement 

 • Connaissance de diverses approches thérapeutiques ainsi que des stratégies et techniques 

d’intervention 

 • Disponibilité à travailler selon un horaire flexible et à assumer des responsabilités sur appel, au 

besoin 

 • La maîtrise de l’anglais et du français, à l’oral comme à l’écrit, est essentielle

Youth Services Bureau Of Ottawa

Bilingual Coordinator, Downtown Services and Drop In

About The Career Foundation:The Career Foundation is a dynamic non-profit organization that offers a wide range of employment, training, and HR services to job seekers and employers. Since its inception in 1988, The Career Foundation has steadily expanded its services. Operating out of multiple locations, we now help thousands of people each year successfully accomplish their employment goals. Our team of dedicated professionals has described The Career Foundation as caring, compassionate, innovative, and team-oriented. For more information about us and our services, please visit our website at <a href="http://www.careerfoundation.com/" target="_blank">CareerFoundation.com</a>.Some of the benefits available to our employees include:&nbsp;<ul><li>Competitive compensation</li><li>Employee wellness initiatives</li><li>Paid days off for religious observance purposes </li><li>Paid days off for personal wellness purposes&nbsp;</li></ul>Program and Role Description:&nbsp;The Career Foundation’s Empowering Abilities Program (EAP) assists individuals with disabilities in overcoming barriers to employment by enhancing their employability to make a successful transition to employment or return to school to further their career goals. The program consists of up to ten weeks of pre-employment workshops, followed by twelve weeks of a wage subsidy job placement for participants.This Employer Relations Specialist/Job Developer position is available with our Empowering Abilities Program – York office. In this position, you will be an essential member of the team responsible for establishing relationships with employers to find appropriate job placement opportunities for program participants who have self-disclosed disabilities, coaching participants and employers to ensure job retention is achieved, and performing other important duties. You will be responsible for achieving individual targets assigned to you that contribute to the team’s collective ability to meet all contractual obligations with the program’s government funder.&nbsp;Position Type:&nbsp;Full-time (37.5 hours per week), contract until March 27, 2026, with excellent potential to lead to permanent.Base Location and Travel Requirements:This opportunity is based at The Career Foundation’s York office, located near Weston Rd. and Lawrence Ave. W., and requires frequent local travel to employer locations, partner sites, and other stakeholder locations to fulfill the core requirements of the role. The successful candidate should possess a valid Ontario G driver’s licence and a reliable vehicle to perform essential duties that require frequent local travel, including to locations not accessible by transit. This position also permits periodic work-from-home days on a rotational basis, contingent on program needs, operational requirements, and performance. The hybrid schedule requires a private work-from-home space with reliable, high-speed internet. A company laptop, cell phone, and other equipment will be provided.Vulnerable Sector Check:An offer of employment for this opportunity will be contingent on the incumbent providing an acceptable Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC)&nbsp;Start date:As soon as possibleReporting to:&nbsp;&nbsp;Program CoordinatorResponsibilities include:Job Development and Participant Coaching<ul><li>Develops relationships with 2–3 new employer contacts each week and 8–12 new employer contacts each month in a variety of industries to generate job placement opportunities for program participants</li><li>Regularly monitors personal performance against program targets to ensure the achievement of expected results.</li><li>Delivers enhanced employer services to a minimum of two companies per month.</li><li>Places program participants into job placements through successful employer outreach and job development initiatives, ensuring that milestone targets are achieved.</li><li>Develops accommodation plans with employers and utilizes appropriate support funds from the program’s budget to best serve participants.</li><li>Administers placement agreements with and without wage subsidies, including collecting required pay stubs and processing payment claims.</li><li>Conducts job retention functions with program participants and employers, including coaching participants on how to overcome barriers during their work placements and mediating issues that arise as needed.</li><li>Maintains relationships with employers to continuously develop job placement opportunities for program participants.</li><li>Completes personalized needs assessments with program participants, including evaluating and interpreting collected information to support them in targeting the most suitable employment opportunities based on their experience, education, and disability, as well as existing labour market factors.</li><li>Utilizes digital systems and technologies provided by The Career Foundation to further support program participants in achieving successful outcomes.</li><li>Collaborates with other team members to complete participant assessments using established assessment tools and interprets results pertaining to core job functions.</li><li>Ensures quality of work placements for program participants by appropriately matching each person’s skills with the job requirements and adhering to other program requirements for job placements.</li><li>Plans and delivers job search workshops, conducts cold calls to employers, and facilitates mock interviews to prepare program participants for position-specific interviews.</li><li>Works collaboratively with fellow team members to schedule approved short-term training to ensure that program participants are best prepared for the local labour market.</li><li>Participates in group intake functions and participant selection.</li><li>Maintains documentation of assigned participant files in online reporting systems, including records of service and participant progress reports.</li><li>Performs other relevant duties as assigned.</li></ul>Participant Outreach and Recruitment<ul><li>Attends networking events and hiring fairs to connect with new employers and promote the program.</li><li>Performs outreach to recruit eligible participants into the program from equity-deserving groups, including 2SLGBTQI+, racialized minorities, and others, through community events, job fairs, social media channels, and other outreach functions.</li><li>Presents the program to community partners and potential participants, ensuring that they understand the program objectives and time requirements.</li><li>Performs other relevant duties as assigned.</li></ul>Qualifications/ Skills Required:<ul><li>Post-secondary degree or diploma in marketing, business, human/social services, or another field relevant to the scope of the position is highly preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required.</li><li>Minimum of 2 years’ direct experience in job development, community outreach, job coaching, business development, or experience that is directly transferable to the responsibilities of the position is required.</li><li>Valid Ontario G driver’s licence and reliable vehicle to conduct essential work-related travel within the GTHA to meet the core deliverables of the position.</li><li>Prior experience serving persons with disabilities, utilizing the Disability Severity Assessment tool, and/or experience with government-funded employment programs are considered strong assets.</li><li>Candidates who possess the above qualifications, as well as existing relationships with employers that can be relied upon to provide employment opportunities for participants of the program, will be prioritized.</li><li>Ability to effectively apply principles of the sales process to generate job leads and secure positions for participants of the program.</li><li>Exceptional relationship-building skills with a proven ability to develop rapport with people from all stakeholder groups.</li><li>Proven track record in a results-driven environment with experience meeting assigned targets.</li><li>Professional and courteous approach to client service, with a high level of respect for the diversity of the people served.</li><li>High emotional intelligence, demonstrating patience, empathy, and connectivity when working with participants of various experiences, needs, and abilities.</li><li>Excellent verbal and written English communication skills. Bilingualism is considered an asset.</li><li>Exceptional customer service skills and the ability to uphold the organization’s service standards, policies, and core values.</li><li>High ethics and confidentiality standards, with proven experience maintaining sensitive information and exhibiting tact, diplomacy, and good judgment.</li><li>Excellent time management and organizational skills, with the ability to multi-task to meet deadlines and achieve targets and objectives.</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) and Office 365 applications, including Teams and SharePoint. Must possess the aptitude and willingness to learn and work with new online systems and technologies.</li><li>Willingness to occasionally work outside of normal business hours when needed to meet the needs of clients and the program.</li><li>Dedicated work ethic with demonstrated ability to remain flexible and resilient, adapting quickly to changing priorities while maintaining trust and positive working relationships.</li></ul>The Career Foundation’s Commitment:The Career Foundation is committed to diversity and inclusion and aims to create a healthy and rewarding environment for all. We welcome applications from qualified individuals who represent the diversity of the people we proudly serve, including, but not limited to, visible minorities, women, persons with disabilities, Indigenous peoples, and individuals of all genders and sexual orientation. The Career Foundation, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), is also committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. We will work with candidates requesting accommodation at any stage of the hiring process.

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