Share Email Opening Title Community Engagement Project Coordinator  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 Position to January 2021 The Community Engagement Project Coordinator will be responsible for building upon the recent revitalization of YSSN's York Region on a Budget publication and support the development of the new online version of this valuable resource – the UpHub website. The successful candidate will use their prior experience leading groups to engage community stakeholders, clients and staff around these exciting new resources. This work will result in gathering insights and feedback to inform improvements, and will also create a shared voice to help ensure individuals are connected with the supports they need. They will also work with internal and external specialists to develop a formal report that identifies key next steps; including the formation of a marketing, communication and sustainability plan; as well as, providing outcome measurement strategies.   Position Requirements Post secondary education Previous community engagement and/or project management experience Experience with collecting and analyzing data preferred Knowledge of York Region's social service sector Excellent interpersonal, public speaking and communication skills Excellent analytical and problem solving skills Travel within York Region The successful applicant will be required to provide a police clearance that meets agency standards A valid G driver's license and regular use of a reliable vehicle   Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time   Position Community Engagement Project Coordinator   Close Date 10/24/2019   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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