Share Email Opening Title Communications Assistant  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 Contract Position to March 31, 2022 (with the possibility of an extension or becoming permanent) The Communications Assistant is a key member of the YSSN’s Communications Team, responsible for planning and coordinating communications activities for YSSN’s Communications Team. In this role, you will work closely with YSSN’s Office Manager and the Communications Team to successfully support our communications objectives. We are seeking candidates who have versatile experience in communications-related activities, and in particular those who have a creative background. This position may provide a number of important supports to our work from creating dynamic presentations and materials to developing key website and intranet content to posting on social media. Must be a self-starter and able to independently move projects forward, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines. Main Responsibilities Develop, coordinate, disseminate and support various communication efforts, to help plan events, create promotional materials and messages to key stakeholders (e.g., presentations, videos, email campaigns, templates, direct mail pieces, brochures, social media campaigns, internal communication campaigns, etc.) Maintain and update content on websites and intranet (WordPress and SharePoint experience would be definite assets) Collaborate with Communications Team to coordinate various promotional campaigns     Position Requirements A higher education degree that includes formal communications training Minimum 2 years communications experience Working knowledge of email marketing software (e.g.,Constant Contact) Proficiency in Microsoft Office and preferably Office 365 (including PowerPoint, Word, Teams, OneNote, SharePoint, Excel and Publisher) Working knowledge of WordPress, web analytics and SEO an asset Good understanding of social media channels, metrics, best practices Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills Strong organizational and project management skills, attention to detail Ability to use independent judgement and to be self-directed, but able to work as part of a team Bilingual (French/English) would be an asset The successful candidate will be required to provide a police clearance that meets agency standards A valid G driver’s license, business use insurance and a reliable vehicle are required for this position   Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time   Position Communications Assistant   Close Date 10/15/2021   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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