Community And Family Engagement Coordinator - Permanent Part Time - 28 Hours/Week (E23-01-30)

The Macaulay Child Development Centre is a multi-service, child care and family support agency.

Established in 1932 as a non-profit, charitable organization, Macaulay promotes the optimal development of children in partnership with their family and community.

Macaulay programs share a common commitment to prevention, early intervention and inclusion of children with special needs.

Please explore our website to discover more about our programs - www.macaulaycentre.org

Community and Family Engagement

Coordinator (Parent Advocacy) Permanent Part Time

COMPETITION NUMBER: C/E 23-01-30

HOURS OF WORK: 28 Hours/Week (Monday- Thursday)

START DATE/TERM: Immediately

REPORTS TO: Supervisor, Community Support and Prevention

Position Summary

Provide leadership for a range of initiatives within the agency and in the community to support local leadership development and community engagement; enhance service user engagement with Macaulay and enhance opportunities for family engagement and network building. Provide information, resources and support for parents connected to Community Programs on a range of different topics.

Responsibilities

• Use a variety of strategies to increase community engagement.
• Provide support to families through the process of referrals and submitting applications including but not limited to: Ontario Autism Program, Speech and Language, Behaviour and Occupational Therapy services
• Participate in Agency and/or community task forces, committees, and /or work groups as needed.
• Coordinate and facilitate workshops with other Macaulay programs and community partner agencies to reach and meet the needs of families, including high risk/isolated families
• Maintain accurate and complete program statistics and records and prepare reports as required.
• Develop and maintain service navigation tool for all Community Programs channel
• Implement strategies to develop and support family engagement and network building.
• Create content, lead and facilitate in-person parent workshops.
• Provide leadership and mentoring to Macaulay staff on how to increase engagement of services users in agency/program processes.
• Attend Early ON programs on a daily basis and provide support, and guidance to Early ON staff on an as needed basis
• Maintain documentation of processes and activities.
• Develop and foster strong relationships with Macaulay families through weekly parent support groups, and in-person check ins at various Early ON sites.

Qualifications

• Computer literacy required together with proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite, Internet and email.
• Demonstrated understanding of issues related to working with marginalized low-income, and newcomer neighborhoods.
• Access to a vehicle is required.
• Minimum Bachelor’s level degree with 3 to 5 years of social work, adult education and/or community development work experience or related work experience.
• Acceptable Vulnerable Sector Police Check.
• Ability to work all shifts. Day, evening and weekend hours as required.
• Strong background in group facilitation and community engagement practices.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain effective work partnerships with families, colleagues and service providers of diverse backgrounds, abilities and identities.
• Ability to communicate effectively in more than one language an important asset.
• Excellent leadership, organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent time management skills and demonstrated ability to prioritize.
• Proof of full vaccination status against COVID-19.
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication and listening skills.
• Strong understanding of teamwork and independent practice with the ability to work effectively to contribute to high performing teams.

SALARY: Community Engagement Coordinator Salary Scale ($57,694- $62,071 per annum) (starting at $31.70/hour) with Competitive Benefits Package (health & dental), Define Pension plan, and paid time off entitlements (starting at 20 vacation days & 3 float days.)

THIS POSITION IS WITHIN THE BARGAINING UNIT

Interested candidate should apply through Macaulay Job Opportunities Page https://macaulaycentre.org/opportunities/job-opportunities/

Internal Application Period For Cupe Local 2563 Bargaining Unit

April 19, 2023- April 25, 2023

• Please note internal applicants should use their Macaulay email to apply**

DATE POSTED: April 19, 2023

The Macaulay Child Development Centre values the diversity of people and communities and is committed to excellence and inclusion. We welcome qualified individuals who contribute to the diversity of our staff group.

The Macaulay Child Development Centre offers accommodation for applicants with disabilities in its recruitment process. If you are contacted by the agency regarding a career opportunity, please advise if you require accommodation.

We thank all applicants for their interest in our organization, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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The Macaulay Child Development Centre is committed to service and employment equity.