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Who We Are

Recreational Respite is a national organization providing one-to-one in-person support across Canada (excluding Quebec and the Northern Territories). Our mission is to create inclusive opportunities that recognize the whole person and the barriers they face. Together, we set achievable short- and long-term goals that promote social, emotional, intellectual, physical, and spiritual well-being. By offering consistent support and tracking progress, we empower individuals to build independence and foster meaningful relationships with families, caregivers, and professionals.

The Role: Community Engagement Provider (CEP) As a Community Engagement Provider, you are a vital part of our team—the hands-on support for our clients in their homes and communities. CEPs work directly with individuals to help them achieve their goals, improve quality of life, and access opportunities for growth and connection.

If you are compassionate, empathetic, and eager to make a difference in the lives of others, we'd love to hear from you.

Education/Experience (preferred fields of study):

• Recreation Therapy / Recreation & Leisure Services
• Early Childhood Education or Educational Assistance
• Child and Youth Work
• Social Service Work or Social Work
• Developmental Service Work
• Disability Studies
• Psychology / Counselling
• Or another Human/Health Services program

Key Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one support to clients at home and in the community.
• Assess needs, abilities, strengths, and interests to adapt individualized programming.
• Collaborate with families and caregivers to ensure continuity of support.
• Monitor progress, evaluate outcomes, and adjust plans as needed.
• Apply evidence-based strategies to support physical, cognitive, emotional, and social well-being.
• Communicate effectively with the team via email and virtual platforms.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Excellent organization and ability to work independently.
• Accurate and professional documentation skills.
• Critical thinking, adaptability, and problem-solving abilities.
• Self-motivated with a collaborative spirit.
• Advanced computer and email proficiency.

Requirements

• Current Standard and/or Emergency First Aid & CPR certification.
• Vulnerable Sector Check (within the last 6 months).
• Reliable transportation (required).

Role Details

• This is an Independent Contractor position.
• Hours are flexible and based on the clients you choose to support.

Job Types: Part-time, Freelance

Pay: From $26.00 per hour

Expected hours: 3 – 15 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Mileage reimbursement

Experience:

• Working with persons with developmental disabilities: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:

• First Aid Certification (required)
• Vulnerable Sector Check- 6 months or less (required)
• Driving Licence (required)

Work Location: In person

Job Description

Community Engagement Officer

Why STARS

At STARS, we come to work every day with a purpose…to save lives.  Whether you work in the aircraft or at one of our six bases, everyone at STARS plays a vital role in helping to provide critical care, anywhere. Since flying our first mission in 1985, we have never lost sight of what is most important – our VIPS, or Very Important Patients. Each year, we fly over 3,000 missions, providing world-class critical medical care whenever and wherever we are needed, and every team member contributes to helping that VIP. We are a lifeline to the community when time and clinical expertise can make all the difference.

We are currently looking for a Community Engagement Officer  at our Regina or Saskatoon base in the Foundation department.

It takes a team to make a difference in people’s lives. When it comes to STARS’ life-saving mission, it also takes individuals, communities, industry and governments. As a member of our Foundation team, you will be on the front-line serving as an ambassador and fostering relationships with our allies. Be part of something bigger.  Be part of our team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Be public-facing in communities and represent STARS to donors and public; building support and awareness for STARS in Alberta
• Coordinating STARS presence at external community events
• Arrange and make presentations to various diverse audiences as required
• Cultivate new community fundraising events
• Support the efforts of the Fundraising team: Sponsorship, Donations, Programs

Qualifications & Requirements:

• A post-secondary education in business, marketing, communications, or a related field
• Capable of establishing effective and professional relationships with volunteers and donors
• Experience using Raisers Edge and/or other relational databases
• Demonstrated ability to work well under pressure, manage multiple projects simultaneously by utilizing successful organization skills

What we offer:

At STARS, every day we come to work with a purpose, to save lives. Maybe that’s your purpose too.

We provide a strong total reward offering inclusive of a salary tailored to your education and experience, comprehensive organization-paid health and dental benefits, free parking and more. But the real reward is joining a legacy – a legacy of lives saved, of hope in the fact of the unimaginable, and of pride in making a difference.

When you join STARS, you become part of a community that knows we’re stronger together. It takes a team to deliver the highest standards of care, and we need you to help us be our best.

Elevate your career. Be part of something bigger. Be part of STARS.

How to Apply/ Deadline to apply:

If you are the person we are looking for and would like to make a difference with your career, please make sure to apply by closing date: October 6, 2025

Want to learn more?

Interested in making a difference behind the scenes? Discover how our Foundation team drives support for life-saving missions across communities. (Learn More About Foundation)

By clicking "submit", you provide Shock Trauma Air Rescue Service (STARS) consent to collect, use and disclose your personal information for the purpose of evaluating, establishing and/or managing an employment relationship with you. You acknowledge that your personal information may be transferred outside Canada, and may be accessible to law enforcement and national security authorities outside Canada. If you have questions about this consent, or wish to obtain further details about STARS' privacy practices, please contact our privacy officer at or review our privacy policy at -policy/ .

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Exceptional opportunity to work with a highly committed and talented fundraising team to make a significant difference for people living with Cancer!

Wellspring is a Canada-wide charity consisting of a network of community-based centres and online programs provided to anyone, with any type of cancer, at any stage in their journey. Wellspring charges no fees and receives no core government funding. Programs and operations are made possible only through the generosity of donors and funds raised through donations, sponsorships, and special events.

Wellspring is seeking a fundraiser to lead its annual and leadership giving portfolios. This role is based at Wellspring Westerkirk House, 105 Wellness Way, in Toronto, with an opportunity to work remotely up to two days most weeks. 

Responsibilities

- Lead Wellspring’s Annual Giving Campaign, including the following:

• Develop the overall strategy for the program
• Work with Communications Department to design and produce direct mail and direct digital mail solicitations
• Meet or exceed annual giving targets
• Provide regular reporting on the direct mail program
• Steward annual donors
• Manage and grow the monthly donor program
• Work with Communications Department to identify new digital giving strategies

 - Lead Wellspring’s Leadership Giving Program, including the following:

• Help to set and meet leadership giving ($1,000-10,000 gift level) targets and strategy
• Qualify, cultivate, and solicit donors
• Build and maintain the donor pipeline, including database tracking
• Write letters of intent and proposals; prepare packages, presentations, etc.
• Liaise with potential donors to identify alignments and targeted approaches for support
• Research prospective supporters, and participate in prospect identification meetings
• Use moves management techniques to support Wellspring’s comprehensive fundraising program including the major and planned giving streams
• Steward leadership donors
• Support cultivation and stewardship events

Requirements

• 2+ years of fundraising experience
• A strong understanding of direct/digital mail strategies
• Exceptional oral and written communications skills
• Effectiveness in building, nurturing and leveraging strong relationships with donors, volunteers, staff, colleagues and other stakeholders
• Commitment to the core values, cause and communities served by Wellspring
• A University/College Degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience

The salary range for this position is: $0,000- 75,000 plus a competitive benefits package.

If you have the above qualifications and would like to support Wellspring’s mission of helping individuals and families living with cancer, please apply to Eva Thurlow with cover letter and résumé at  No phone calls please.

Wellspring promotes diversity and adheres to the tenets of the Ontario Human Rights Code. We encourage applications from gender diverse people of all races, ethnic origins, religions, abilities and sexual orientations. Wellspring provides accommodation during all parts of the hiring process, upon request, to applicants with disabilities. If contacted, please advise us if you require any accommodation. While we thank all candidates for their interest, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest in this position and Wellspring Cancer Support Foundation; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Exceptional opportunity to work with a highly committed and talented fundraising team to make a significant difference for people living with Cancer!

Wellspring is a Canada-wide charity consisting of a network of community-based centres and online programs provided to anyone, with any type of cancer, at any stage in their journey. Wellspring charges no fees and receives no core government funding. Programs and operations are made possible only through the generosity of donors and funds raised through donations, sponsorships, and special events.

Wellspring is seeking a fundraiser to lead its annual and leadership giving portfolios. This role is based at Wellspring Westerkirk House, 105 Wellness Way, in Toronto, with an opportunity to work remotely up to two days most weeks. 

Responsibilities

- Lead Wellspring’s Annual Giving Campaign, including the following:

• Develop the overall strategy for the program
• Work with Communications Department to design and produce direct mail and direct digital mail solicitations
• Meet or exceed annual giving targets
• Provide regular reporting on the direct mail program
• Steward annual donors
• Manage and grow the monthly donor program
• Work with Communications Department to identify new digital giving strategies

 - Lead Wellspring’s Leadership Giving Program, including the following:

• Help to set and meet leadership giving ($1,000-10,000 gift level) targets and strategy
• Qualify, cultivate, and solicit donors
• Build and maintain the donor pipeline, including database tracking
• Write letters of intent and proposals; prepare packages, presentations, etc.
• Liaise with potential donors to identify alignments and targeted approaches for support
• Research prospective supporters, and participate in prospect identification meetings
• Use moves management techniques to support Wellspring’s comprehensive fundraising program including the major and planned giving streams
• Steward leadership donors
• Support cultivation and stewardship events

Requirements

• 2+ years of fundraising experience
• A strong understanding of direct/digital mail strategies
• Exceptional oral and written communications skills
• Effectiveness in building, nurturing and leveraging strong relationships with donors, volunteers, staff, colleagues and other stakeholders
• Commitment to the core values, cause and communities served by Wellspring
• A University/College Degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience

The salary range for this position is: $0,000- 75,000 plus a competitive benefits package.

If you have the above qualifications and would like to support Wellspring’s mission of helping individuals and families living with cancer, please apply to Eva Thurlow with cover letter and résumé at  No phone calls please.

Wellspring promotes diversity and adheres to the tenets of the Ontario Human Rights Code. We encourage applications from gender diverse people of all races, ethnic origins, religions, abilities and sexual orientations. Wellspring provides accommodation during all parts of the hiring process, upon request, to applicants with disabilities. If contacted, please advise us if you require any accommodation. While we thank all candidates for their interest, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest in this position and Wellspring Cancer Support Foundation; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

About NABORS

NABORS is an organization of people who want the world to be a place where all people, including people with disabilities, can live in inclusive community. We are dedicated to supporting people with physical and developmental disabilities to have rich and full lives in community and have control over their lives. Our circles of support are made up of our friends and families who freely give their time to assist us to make informed decisions, act on choices, manage our paid supports and feel safe.

The Role

The Community Support Worker will work to enrich the opportunities and daily life activities for a woman who lives with disability ("supported member"). This position is a one–to-one support work role for a woman who lives in a long term care home near the Jane and Eglinton area of Toronto.

Compensation

Daytime hourly wage starts at 22.66 an hour.

This position is also eligible to join our group health, dental and vision plan as well as our matching RRSP.

Hours

The total hours are daytime hours with occasional last minute relief work, needed shifts are Monday, Friday, Saturday, 2pm - 8pm roughly.

What does a successful candidate possess?

· Proactive problem solving

· Kind and empathetic listening skills

· Experience with gentle, compassionate guiding

· Respect for the dignity, autonomy and choices of the supported member

· An ability to maintain flexibility and calm under stress

· Comfort with occasional personal care support

Key Responsibilities:

· Assists the supported member to maintain a living space and home where she has maximum control over her environment, her activities, and her associations; where she can feel safe and secure; where she can welcome friends and family

· Supports the member's health needs including personal care, physical, and nutritional needs

· Assists in relationship building by the development of and support to natural relationships within the member's family, friends, and community

· Finds and encourages valued roles for the member within her home, co-operative living arrangements, and community life

· Supports the member in pursuing her goals with the assistance of the support circle

· Liaises with supported member's family, circle friends, support staff, medical personnel and others as required

· Supports the member with augmentative communication strategies

Preferred Experience:

· Experience supporting individuals with disabilities

· Knowledge of Acquired Brain Injury and Epilepsy

· Knowledge of Social Role Valorization (SRV)

· Understanding and appreciation of NABORS mission, vision and principles

· Knowledge of augmentative communication is considered an asset

· Flexibility as position requires varied support hours including potential overnight and weekend support

· Ability to implement creative strategies to help deescalate situations of potential conflict

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required

· Excellent organizational skills

Location: Jane and Eglinton

This position reports to the supported member's circle of family and unpaid friends.

The hiring is conditional upon clearing a Vulnerable Sector Police check. Emergency First Aid & CPR will be required.

NABORS is committed to being accessible and inclusive, and following barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know when we contact you and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Job Type: Part-time

Application question(s):

• Do you have 2 doses for the covid vaccine?

Work Location: In person

Job Description

Salary: $28 - $30

Position Summary

Do you thrive on connecting people, supporting volunteerism, and building community relationships? KCR Community Resources is seeking a Volunteer Community Engagement Facilitator to strengthen volunteerism across the Central Okanagan. In this role, youll be the first point of contact for VolunteerConnector program inquiries, support volunteer managers with capacity building, and promote meaningful volunteer opportunities.

Youll also contribute to fund and resource development through community outreach, support for the Okanagan Volunteer Fair, and sponsorship engagement ensuring that KCRs programs are visible, sustainable, and impactful for volunteers, partners, and the wider community.

Reporting Structure:

Community Services Manager

Prime Functions:

Volunteer Management

• First point of contact for all VolunteerConnector program enquiries
• Promote the VolunteerConnector program to businesses and community partners
• Provide information, resources and support to prospective volunteers
• Educate volunteer managers on capacity building, and promote the benefits of the VolunteerConnector program
• Support volunteer managers to enhance volunteer connection and longevity
• Maintain and upkeep the VolunteerConnector database
• Ensure effective and up to date communication is provided to the VolunteerConnector program partners and volunteers
• Manage volunteer records, track volunteer data and report monthly

Development Resource & Fund

• Support the Fund Development Facilitator with community outreach, connection and communication
• Resource grant opportunities that align with KCRs core competencies and mission
• Organize, facilitate and endorse the annual Okanagan Volunteer Fair, including sponsorship support
• Promote fee for service programs in line with annual targets

Qualifications:

• Experience with working and managing volunteers
• A motivated individual who thrives on making connections, networking, recognizing opportunities and engaging with others
• Experience working with fundraising database software is considered an asset
• Excellent time management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks
• Advanced verbal and written communication skills

Benefits:

• 3 weeks vacation
• Paid sick leave
• Group benefits include extended health, dental, and paramedical
• Health spending account
• Pension contribution
  

Application Process:

KCR Community Resources has a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion and encourages candidates from all backgrounds to apply. We will strive to provide reasonable accommodations, accessible formats, and communication support upon request to all candidates in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.

If you require accommodation as part of the application process, please contact the People and Culture at our main office at .

About KCR Community Resources:

KCR is a not-for-profit agency fostering diversity, collaboration, and resourcefulness by tailoring services to meet the community, family, and individual needs. We believe in a community where individuals and families are supported in leading healthy, productive, and fulfilling lives. We value inclusion and relationships built on mutual trust, recognizing each other's contributions, expertise, and opinions. We strive to create a safe and welcoming work environment where collaboration and valuing people's strengths are at the core of our day-to-day interactions.

Job Description

In the heart of The Kingsway, a dynamic Community in Jesus Christ Kingsway-Lambton United Church (“KL”) is an affirming church located in the heart of Toronto’s Kingsway neighbourhood. We are guided by our values: Belonging, Spirituality, Compassionate Service and Relevance. Our invitation to the community is “Whoever you are, wherever you’re at, you are welcome. Join us on the journey!”  The Church and Community Engagement Lead will play an essential role on the team that ensures that everyone who interacts with KL fully experiences this invitation and feels welcome.  Purpose The Church and Community Engagement Lead (“CCEL”) is a relationship-builder both within the KL faith-community and surrounding area.  Using your strong planning and people skills, you will ensure that church events are properly supported by enthusiastic volunteers.  You will look for opportunities to build and maintain strong relationships within the community, to maximize use of the church building and bring new people to KL.  We are looking for a self-starter with a passion for helping others and keeping a busy church growing!  Through this role, you will become an integral part of a long-standing church family. Major Responsibilities Community Engagement * Help grow KL by building and leveraging community relationships * Participates in large community events with the KL leadership team, using these events as an opportunity to transition one-time visitors into other church activities * Identifies opportunities to bring new activities and information to the KL community, through events like guest speakers, books studies, etc. * Seeks new opportunities to make use of the church building, increasing rental revenue in partnership with property management staff, the Church Coordinator and Property Ministry Lead  Marketing and Communications * Creates content and seeks to use social media and other tactics to promote church events and activities, increasing attendance and growing the KL community * Partners with event volunteer coordinators to use social media to promote church activities * Partners with Church Coordinator and Financial Administrator to share content between church social media accounts, the church website and digital signage Church Engagement    * Interacts and engages with the congregation before and after worship services and church activities * Plans and communicates effectively so that church events are supported by the appropriate number of volunteers * Partners with the ministry team to support new activities and programs for the KL faith-community, through events like guest speakers, books studies, etc. * Collaborates with volunteer leaders of large community events like the Art Show, Live Nativity, Pageant and Flea Market to ensure the events are properly supported * Provides orientation and training to volunteers as required * Manages volunteer and church personnel coverage for the nursery, KL Kids and other key Sunday activities * Thinks and plans strategically to build an appropriate pipeline of volunteers, including, participating in succession planning for key (volunteer) leadership positions within the church * Contributes to the rolling 12-month calendar of events in partnership with the Lead Minister, Church Council, the UCW, and the Church Coordinator with appropriate spacing to avoid volunteer burnout * Ensures volunteers who are working with children, youth and the elderly have up to date Vulnerable Sector Screening checks. Working with the Church Coordinator, ensures these records are retained and kept up to date Other Responsibilities * Creates and manages a volunteer database for the church (in consultation with Lead Minister, Church Council, and ministry and committee leaders) * Participates in the weekly KL staff meeting and provides updates during Council Meetings * Other duties as assigned Working Conditions * This is a full-time contract role – the hours of work are a minimum of 35 hours per week (not generally 9-5 as our CCEL will regularly work evenings and weekends as indicated below) * It is expected that the CCEL will generally work on-site at KL located at 85 The Kingsway, Etobicoke, ON. This position is not remote.  The CCEL may be required to attend meetings at other locations in the course of their duties. * This individual contributor role will report the KL Communications Ministry Co-Leads * Weekend and evening work is required in support of church events- (ie. Flea Market, Art, Show, Pageant, Council Meetings, etc), with compensating time off or flexibility to rearrange hours to ensure work/life balance * Subject to frequent interruptions * During the Christmas and Easter seasons and during times of large church events, vacation should be avoided (personal circumstances will be considered) * A clear Vulnerable Sector Screening check must be provided as a condition of employment and every three years thereafter Qualifications Education/Experience * College diploma or higher in a related field or 4 – 5 years of relevant experience in the not-for-profit sector working in disciplines such as Volunteer Management, Marketing Communications, Engagement Skills and Competencies * Community and Church Engagement: Skilled at building relationships with diverse stakeholders, including volunteers, church members, and local organizations * Communication & Influence: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire others, navigate and resolve conflict and align the efforts of diverse groups behind common goals.    * Resilience, Problem-Solving & Adaptability: Ability to manage multiple priorities, navigate challenges, and remain flexible in a fast-paced environment. Resilience, professionalism and an unwavering demonstration of our Christian values is key * Volunteer Coordination: Ability to recruit, train, and manage volunteers effectively * Technology Proficiency: ** Strong command of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) ** Experience with volunteer management software, CRM systems, or church database tools is an asset ** Knowledge of graphic design programs (e.g., Canva, Adobe Suite) for event promotions is a plus ** Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain a high degree of accuracy ** Ability to leverage social media (Facebook, Instagram, etc.) to market and communicate church activities ** Utilize various tactics and mediums to engage with community (ie. Zoom, Live Stream, photos, etc.) * Event Coordination: Strong organizational skills with experience planning and executing events of various sizes * Judgment & Discretion: Ability to handle sensitive information with tact and professionalism. * Multitasking & Collaboration: Works well both independently and within a team, maintaining a positive and solutions-oriented mindset * A self-starter who takes initiative and brings creativity, energy and enthusiasm to all activities Reporting Structure: This position will report to the Lead Minister and a member of council (to be named in May)