Share Email Opening Title Communications Specialist  About the Organization Are you interested in making a difference? Are you looking to instill hope and inspire change? Your Support Services Network (YSSN) is a non-profit charitable organization that offers competitive compensation packages. We also know that a job is more than a pay cheque. We offer our staff the opportunity to work together to make a difference. When employees go home at the end of the day, they experience the satisfaction of knowing they've helped people with mental illness, developmental disabilities, complex support needs and their families or caregivers find meaningful connections to help them live their best life. Employees can take advantage of many opportunities: • A Hybrid work arrangement that blends work from home with time in community or the office and the ability to flex or compress your work hours. • A commitment to providing our employees with internal career opportunities through lateral position changes in our growing programs. • In-house training, and external training for courses related to employees' current positions or to prepare them for other roles within our organization. • A commitment to furthering our efforts in Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging through an active Steering Committee. • Recognition programs including long-term service awards and idea recognition. • An active Wellness Committee that promotes and organizes yoga sessions, mindfulness moments, fun contests, lunch-and-learn events and seminars. We didn't become one of Canada's top non-profit employers of choice without a lot of thought, care and consideration for our team. Our supportive and collaborative workplace balances engaging and challenging work with personal development and a commitment to wellness. If you are passionate about what you do and want to use your expertise to engage in meaningful and challenging work, please apply to join our team today.   Description Full-time (35 hrs/wk) Contract We are looking for a well-rounded communications professional for a short-term contract to March 31, 2019. This opportunity would be ideally suited for a freelancer or someone who is between communications careers and interested in showcasing their creativity and talent. The candidate we are seeking: possesses excellent writing skills to help us develop content and impactful messaging to reach a large and diverse audience; offers expertise in branding/program marketing to help with development of style guides, promotional materials, web content review and social media messaging; and has an intermediate knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite programs (InDesign, Photoshop, Spark, Premiere Cut Pro).   Position Requirements Post-secondary education in a related field Minimum of 2 years directly-related communications experience, preferably including a social services setting Previous website development/management experience Exceptional written, verbal, digital and presentation skills A valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle   Full-Time/Part-Time   Position Communications Specialist   Close Date 1/24/2019   Number of Openings 1   Location Aurora   EOE Statement At YSSN, we're committed to providing a healthy, safe and respectful workplace where diversity and inclusive approaches are recognized assets. We invite and welcome applications from equity deserving groups, Indigenous Peoples, People with Disabilities, persons of all sexual orientations and gender identities, and all people committed to meaningful work that makes a difference. We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you require accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact Human Resources. Our Vision A Meaningful Life for All: Relationships, Community, Well-Being. Our Mission Communicate. Connect. Collaborate. We thank all candidates for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.   This position is currently not accepting applications. To search for an open position, please go to http://YorkSupportServicesNetwork.appone.com WE ALSO RECOMMEND Other Jobs Within Same Category -- None found -- Other Jobs Within 60 Miles -- None found -- Follow us

 

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