About the Job:

Reporting to the Community Development Manager, the Wellness Coordinator will be responsible for the ongoing research, development, and facilitation of programs that directly support the community. The individual will be responsible for promoting overall wellness and sustaining positive group work to maximize the wellbeing of clients, relationships with partners, and Company strengths.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop, promote, and sustain community workshops, events, programs, and activities in collaboration with external partners
• Collect, analyze, and compile data on programming
• Coordinate projects (MOU’s, budgets, inventory of services, etc.)
• Promote wellness and self-management within KW region and the community
• Develop new and exciting strategic partnerships
• Co-chair community outreach committee
• Train and support student and community volunteers
• Write grants to support activities and programming
• Partner with clients and their families as members of the health care team
• Perform additional duties as required/delegated by Management

Qualifications:

• 3+ years’ experience in project planning and/or working in the mental health field

• Excellent proven relationships with the external partners

• Post-Secondary education in Health Promotion, Community Development, or equivalent

• Experience in working with seniors

• Effective decision making skills and the ability to assess a comprehensive range of variables to be able to interpret analyze and solve problems

• Leadership and a collaborative approach is critical to this position

• Ability to advocate on behalf of clients and is comfortable with the self-help role

• Ability to work independently and as a member of a multi service team

• Excellent time management, communication, people management, etc.

• Able to work with minimal direction or supervision

• Highly flexible, with solid interpersonal skills that allow one to work effectively in a diverse working environment

• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft software (e.g. Excel, Word, etc.)

• Must be certified in CPI, CPR and First Aid

• A valid Ontario Class “G” Driver’s license and a vehicle with adequate insurance coverage

Reporting Function:

The Wellness Coordinator will report directly to the Community Development Manager. They will work with both internal and external customers and will interact with all levels within the organization. They will be a support system, resource, and an advocator for the team and Company.

Role Details

• New Position
• Union Affiliation - CUPE 5588

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:

• Day shift (Monday – Friday) with the ability to work excess/overtime hours were required
• Able to sit for prolonged periods of time
• Able to answer and communicate telephone calls and general computer use
• Able to lift up to 20lbs (product, documents, etc.)
• Vehicle travel to sites for visits/walk-throughs

Ship Values

• Dignity and Respect
• Information Sharing
• Partnership and participation
• Collaboration

SHIP Values:

• Compassion, Hope, Inclusive, Respect, Professional

“SHIP strives to be equitable and inclusive in all that we do. Equity is a core value, and we are committed to providing an inclusive selection process. We encourage applicants from equity deserving communities including women, Black, Indigenous, other racialized groups, 2SLGBTQ+ persons, individuals with disabilities and others who will contribute to and enrich the organization and its values. We are committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment, selection processes, and work environments. Please advise the People and Culture Department of any accommodations needed in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code to ensure you have access to a fair and equitable process”.

Please note that we use automated screening tools as part of our recruitment process and are reviewed to support fair and equitable hiring practices

Monday - Friday | 8:30am - 4:30pm
UNION | 37.5 hours per week