HOURS - Up to 22.5 hours weekly- flexible schedule required for weekdays, evenings and occasional weekends

Who We Are

At Good Shepherd, we are committed to providing hope and enhancing dignity and self-determination for individuals and families. To learn more about Good Shepherd, visit our website at www.goodshepherdcentres.ca

This opportunity is with our Good Shepherd -Women's Services, Outreach Services for Women and Children.

How You Will Make an Impact

The Wellness Facilitator is responsible for building a dynamic and innovative program that benefits the health and wellness of women, trans and non-binary people who have experienced violence and abuse. At times, the Wellness Facilitators will work closely with the Child and Youth and transitional housing support worker teams to offer joint programming and supports for the family unit. Wellness Programming will be delivered through program coordination, developing and maintaining community partnerships, individualized wellness assessments, goal planning, public education awareness, and group facilitation. The incumbent must be able to work independently in residential and non-residential settings, including the second stage housing program, Dorothy Day program and emergency shelters.

Observe all health and safety rules and work in compliance with the provisions of the occupational Health and Safety Act and its regulations

What You'll Bring to Our Team

• Post-secondary education in social services or a related field is required
• Have strong knowledgeable of, experience working with a range of issues impacting women, and families including homelessness, violence against women and children, immigration, poverty, mental illness and substance use
• Understand issues related to gender-based violence and holist health and wellness models
• Understand and be comfortable working from a person-centered, trauma-informed approach
• Demonstrated experience in program development and co-ordination, group facilitation and counselling are required.
• Fluency in a 2nd language is an asset
• CPR certification or willingness to be certified is required
• Valid G license required
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, interpersonal skills, organizational skills and ability to prioritize workload also required
• Committed to anti-racist/anti-oppressive practice and to the mission and values of Good Shepherd

What We Offer

• Be a part of a caring TEAM THAT SUPPORTS OUR LOCAL COMMUNITY
• Support for continuing EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
• Staff recognition programs along with access to self-care supports and EMPLOYEE /
• FAMILY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (EAP)
• POSITIVE and ENCOURAGING atmosphere
• Make a difference and provide HOPE

Join our team and be part of a group that values hard work, dedication, and the importance of maintaining a positive environment for everyone.

Good Shepherd, a ministry of the Hospitaller Order of St. John of God, is an equal opportunity employer operating within an anti-racist and anti-oppression framework. We strive to establish workplaces that reflect and are enhanced by the rich diversity of the community we serve.

Good Shepherd welcomes and encourages applications from all people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. If you need accommodations, please contact Human Resources at 905-528-5877.

Good Shepherd has a mandatory verification of COVID-19 vaccination policy. More information on the full policy requirements and accommodation allowances will be provided to those selected for an interview.