Job Opportunities
Co-op Manager (Full-time)
Tapscott Village Housing Co-operative
Tapscott Village Housing Co-operative is a 83 unit housing co-op funded under the Federal Section 95 program. The co-op consists of seven three-storey walk-up apartment buildings
We are looking for a Manager for 35 hours per week to oversee and manage the day-to-day operations, under the direction of the Board of Directors. The co-operative is currently working with the Agency for Co-operative Housing to obtain additional financing for capital repairs.
Responsibilities include:
- Financial Management including arrears management and cash flow
- Property Management
- Government and Corporate Relations
- Legal Issues, Arrears and Subsidy Administration
- Working with the Agency for Co-operative Housing
- Membership and Community Development
Qualifications:
- The successful candidate will have a minimum of 3 years experience working in the non-profit housing sector. Experience coordinating and managing the operations of a housing co-operative is preferred but not required.
- Strong organizational, written and oral communication skills.
- Experience in supervising staff and overseeing contractors.
- Experience in the management of finances and operational pla
- Proficiency in word-processing, spreadsheets, database and knowledge of NewViews accounting program.
- Knowledge of property management and co-op administration is preferred.
- Knowledge of the Section 95 program.
- Experience in acting as a resource and support for the Board of Directors, for committees, and for community development work.
- Ability to work with volunteers in a diverse community.
Tapscott Village Co-op offers a competitive salary and a benefit package.
Application deadline: Tuesday, May 20, 2008
Start Date: June 30, 2008
Please send a cover letter and resume to: tapscottvillage@yahoo.com
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Shelter Support Worker- Employment and Education Counsellor(Full-time)
YWCA Toronto, 1st Stop Woodlawn
There are five main components to the service delivered by 1st Stop Woodlawn Shelter. The program provides 22 shelter beds to young women (16 – 25 years of age); 22 shelter beds to women 26 years and older; 6 rooms in Second Stage Supportive Housing for mature and/or senior women and 6 second stage rooms for young women not ready for independent living.
The Housing Help program provides advocacy referral and support to residents in the shelter and to those who have moved into the community. The Transitional Support program provides aftercare to residents and their children providing support through group work, counselling and connecting women to supports.
The Ministry of Health Rent Supplement Program provides housing and support for women with mental health issues.
Reporting to the Manager of 1st Stop Woodlawn Shelter, the Shelter Support Worker-Employment and Education Counsellor, as a specialist in the assessment, support and referral to employment and education and barriers that homeless women face to reach their goals, is responsible for working within a collaborative team to provide meaningful and relevant services within a theoretical feminist framework that includes a working knowledge of the dynamics and effects of trauma and oppression.
She acts as a resource to staff and clients and is responsible for providing a full range of services which includes crisis counselling and the development, implementation and evaluation of workshops.
You will have:
- in-depth knowledge of an academic discipline normally acquired through completion of a clinically supervised undergraduate degree (e.g. BSW);
- an analytical framework that identifies clients' relation to social systems and the demonstrated practical application of this framework;
- completion of workshops and courses pertaining to employment and education counselling; 1 to 3 years experience in client centered counselling to at risk and/or homeless women with a focus on employment and educational support and motivational techniques; completion of Toronto Hostel’s Training Certificate (T.H.T.C.) or equivalent; demonstrated knowledge of harm reduction principles and practice;
- demonstrated knowledge of community resources and supports focused on employment and education;
- in-depth knowledge of the dynamics of woman abuse and trauma within an anti-oppression framework;
- Life Skills Certificate or equivalent; demonstrated experience in the development, delivery and evaluation of employment and education workshops and groups;
- experience delivering culturally sensitive services in a multicultural environment; excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
- proficiency in Microsoft Word, e-mail and Internet skill;
- knowledge and understanding of mental health, substance use/addictions, advocacy, refugee and immigration issues and homelessness;
- a certificate in trauma counselling would be an asset;
- knowledge of a second language and/or culture would be an asset. Core Competencies: engage in a self reflective and collaborative practice that is non-judgmental and compassionate and reflects the mission of YWCA Toronto;
- incorporate principles of anti-oppression and equity in responding to the service needs of women and children and work toward removing systemic barriers to independence and wellbeing;
- demonstrate respect, consideration and acceptance of the opinions of others while expressing her own expertise and effectively utilizing relevant resources and specialists; consistently collaborate with team members, sharing ideas and differences openly;
- be receptive to new ideas and adapt to change as necessary;
- value the contribution of others and take action to strengthen partnerships and support others to achieve effective outcomes;
- take action to avoid or solve problems and create opportunities for positive change; demonstrate commitment to ongoing personal and professional development.
The hours of work for this position are 35 hours per week, rotating shifts;
- on call responsibilities (may be required to work occasional overnights).
The salary for this position is $45,201 per annum (Level 6), plus comprehensive benefits.
Please note: A police reference check is required by the successful candidate prior to hiring. YWCA is a unionized workplace. Staff are represented by CUPE Local 2189. This position is within the Bargaining Unit. For internal applicants, this position is not secondable.
Submit cover letter and résumé to:
Pam Gawn, Manager of 1st Stop Woodlawn Shelter.
YWCA Toronto. 80 Woodlawn Avenue East, Toronto, ON, M4T 1C1.
FAX: (416) 923-1950
Internal Deadline: Thursday, May 8, 2008 External Deadline: Monday, May 12, 2008
YWCA Toronto promotes the principles of anti-oppression and adheres to the tenets of the Ontario Human Rights Code. We encourage applications from women of all races, colours, ethnic origins, religions, abilities and sexual orientations. While we thank all candidates for their interest, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No telephone enquiries please.
YWCA Toronto is a perfume free environment.
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Shelter Support Worker – Mental Health Counsellor (Full-time)
YWCA Arise
With a 27 bed capacity, YWCA Arise is a twenty-four hour staffed emergency shelter that provides safe refuge, crisis counselling, and specialized support to abused women and their children who are fleeing violence.
Reporting to the Manager of YWCA Arise and Choices for Living, the Shelter Support Worker
– Mental Health Counsellor is a specialist in the area of mental health support. This position works within a collaborative team to provide meaningful and relevant services within a theoretical feminist framework that includes a working knowledge of the dynamics and effects of trauma and oppression. She acts as a resource to staff and clients and is responsible for providing a full range of services which includes crisis counselling and the development, implementation and evaluation of workshops.
You will have:
- in-depth knowledge of an academic discipline normally acquired through completion of a clinically supervised undergraduate degree (e.g. BSW);
- an analytical framework that identifies clients' relation to social systems and the demonstrated practical application of this framework;
- completion of workshops and courses pertaining to mental health and trauma;
- 1 to 3 years experience in counselling and mutual-aid group work focused on mental health issues and trauma with clients at risk and its effects on women and children;
- working knowledge of harm reduction principles and practice;
- knowledge of community resources and supports focused on mental health;
- in-depth knowledge of the dynamics of woman abuse and trauma;
- demonstrated experience in the development, delivery and evaluation of workshops and groups;
- experience delivering culturally sensitive services in a multicultural environment; excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
- proficiency in Microsoft Word, e-mail and the Internet;
- knowledge and understanding of mental health issues, advocacy, refugee and immigration issues, child development and parenting;
- a certificate in trauma counselling would be an asset; knowledge of a second language and/or culture would be an asset.
Core Competencies:
- engage in a self reflective and collaborative practice that is non-judgmental and compassionate and reflects the mission of YWCA Toronto;
- incorporate principles of anti-oppression and equity in responding to the service needs of women and children and work toward removing systemic barriers to independence and wellbeing;
- demonstrate respect, consideration and acceptance of the opinions of others while expressing her own expertise and effectively utilizing relevant resources and specialists; consistently collaborate with team members, sharing ideas and differences openly;
- be receptive to new ideas and adapt to change as necessary;
- value the contribution of others and take action to strengthen partnerships and support others to achieve effective outcomes;
- take action to avoid or solve problems and create opportunities for positive change; demonstrate commitment to ongoing personal and professional development.
The hours of work for this position are 35 hours per week- rotating shifts (day, afternoon, evening and weekend shifts);
- shares on-call duties.
The salary for this position is $45,201 per annum (Level 6), plus comprehensive benefits.
Please note: A police reference check is required by the successful candidate prior to hiring.
YWCA is a unionized workplace. Staff are represented by CUPE Local 2189. This position is within the Bargaining Unit. For internal applicants, this position is secondable.
Submit cover letter and résumé to:
Silvia Samsa, Manager of YWCA Arise and Choices for Living.
YWCA Toronto. P.O. Box 68 Station P, Toronto, ON, M5S 2S6.
FAX: (416) 929-2297
Internal Deadline: Friday, May 9, 2008 External Deadline: Monday, May 12, 2008
YWCA Toronto promotes the principles of anti-oppression and adheres to the tenets of the Ontario Human Rights Code. We encourage applications from women of all races, colours, ethnic origins, religions, abilities and sexual orientations.
While we thank all candidates for their interest, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No telephone enquiries please.
YWCA Toronto is a perfume-free environment.
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Beech Hall Co-op
summer Student Assistant GroundsKeeper (30 hrs per week)
Beech Hall Housing Co-op is a senior’s co-operative comprised of 16 two story buildings in a three acre park-like setting. We are looking for a summer student, to assist our full-time maintenance staff with grounds keeping. Student must be 16 yrs. and over
Skills, Experience, Interest Required
- Demonstrated ability to communicate well with staff and take direction
- Experience in gardening/outdoor work including pruning, grass cutting, planting, etc.
- Enhancing community activity by encouraging seniors to participate together in planning/planting gardens
The position is for 10 weeks and will pay $10.00 per hour for a 30 hour week.
Please submit a resume and covering letter by May 9/08 to:
The Personnel Committee
Beech Hall Housing Co-operative
2 Humber Blvd., Suite 2
Toronto, On M6N 2H3
You may E-mail to:
beech.hall@yahoo.ca
Phone: (416) 769-4119
Fax: (416) 769-4110
Please be prepared to bring three written references to the interview.
No phone calls please. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted
Suppot Supervisor (Full-time)
HouselinkCommunity
Houselink Community Homes is a leader in the field of supportive housing and recovery for people living with Mental Illness. We have the following opening:
The Support Supervisor is responsible for the delivery of support and program services within the Supportive Housing program. This includes: providing leadership to a team; liaising with community agencies, hospitals, landlords and other project partners; supervising and scheduling front-line staff; ensuring residents are receiving the appropriate services from a variety of sources both within and outside the agency; and related administrative tasks. You will be required to work flexible hours.
Skills, Knowledge and Experience Required
- Demonstrated leadership and supervision skills.
- Experience & knowledge of the mental health, homelessness, housing, poverty and relevant community resources
- Experience in program development and coordination
- Degree or Diploma and/or experience in related field
- Demonstrated written and verbal communication
- Strong administrative, time management and organizational skills
- Good interpersonal and team skills
- Problem identification (practical, individual and interpersonal) and related problem solving skills
- Experience in community development and networking
- Ability to liaise effectively and develop collaborative relationships
- Experience in record keeping and file management
- Experience in practical assistance, basic life skills counselling, supportive counselling, crisis intervention, advocacy, and group work, including mediation and conflict resolution
- Awareness of building maintenance and life safety systems
- Commitment to anti-oppression and working in a recovery framework
- Basic computer skills. Knowledge of the CDS, and Pirouette an asset.
- Current certification in CPR and First Aid an asset
Starting Salary is $47,391 per annum with a benefit package
For more information about this position, see the complete job description at: www.houselink.on.ca/careers Apply in writing by April 29, 2008, Quoting File # SS222 to:
Hiring Committee
Houselink Community Homes
805 Bloor Street West
Toronto, ON M6G 1L8
No phone calls please. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Applications are encouraged from psychiatric survivors, Aboriginal people, people with disabilities, people of colour, women, gays and lesbians.
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Maintenance Worker (Full-time)
Bellamy Co-op
Job Description:
Reports to the Property Manager and is responsible for the following duties:
- Maintenance of common areas & apartments.
- Garbage and recycling maintenance.
- Cleaning of all common areas and vacant units.
- Test fire alarm systems.
- Mechanical and electrical Maintenance.
- Snow removal and salting common areas.
- Landscaping
- Basic Repairs to units and building.
- Filter changes (units and building)
- Assisting and organizing Contractors, Trades, and Annual reviews.
- Inventory, Maintaining and repairing Building equipment.
Skills:
- Good communication skills
- W.H.M.I.S. Certificate.
- People person.
- Experience in Building Maintenance and upkeep.
- Plumbing
- Electrical
- Carpentry
- Painting
- Heavy lifting
Please fax, mail or E-mail your resume along with salary expectations to:
bellamyhousingco-op@rogers.com
Bellamy Housing Co-operative
130 Bellamy Rd. North
Scarborough Ontario
M1J 2L2
Attn. Hiring Committee
Fax: 416 439-5165
No Phone calls please
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Maintenance Co-ordinator (Full-time)
Lakeshore Village Artists Co-op
Lakeshore Village Artists Co-op Inc. (LVAC) is a live and work housing Co-op for Artists’ and their families. LVAC is seeking a motivated energetic person to fill a vacancy on their staff team.
Position: Maintenance Co-ordinator - For - four low-rise buildings, 92 studios in total. Located in South Etobicoke. (Near Islington and the Lakeshore)
Work Week: 35 hours, including occasional evening and emergency work
Remuneration: Commensurate with qualification and experience, comprehensive benefits package included following successful probationary period.
Role: Under the Board of Directors, and working as a member of a staff team, On Call, Gardening Committee, and Workshop Committee. Maintenance Co-ordinator will be responsible for the maintenance, security and inspection of the buildings, and grounds.
The co-op manager may at times require the maintenance co-ordinator to perform tasks, which fall within the framework of this job description.
Confidentiality: The maintenance co-ordinator will keep complete confidentiality about members and other staff.
Responsibilities: Preventive and Routine Maintenance, repairs, Material and Supplies and General – (Details of responsibilities will be presented at the interview).
Qualification:
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- Minimum of 3-5 years related experience
- Knowledge and understanding multi-residential building systems and equipment
- Familiarity with Health and Safety standards and WHMIS standards
- Basic skills in electrical, mechanical, plumbing, carpentry, painting, locks, doors and appliances.
- Self-starter, able to work with minimal supervision
- Willing to take direction from Manager
- Excellent inter-personal skills; cooperative and respectful; professional
- Articulate and communicative
- Good problem solving ability
- Fluent English language skills
- Bondable
- Must posses valid driver’s license and vehicle
Closing date: Friday, April 25th, 2008
To apply for this position, please fax cover letter and resume to Board of Directors at:
416 255 9405
We regret that only those selected for an interview will receive a response. NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE. PDF
Administrative Assistant ( 28 hours per week )
Robert Cooke Co-op
The successful candidate will have proven organizational ability and strong communication skills. Experience in the co-operative housing or non-profit sector is preferred. Computer proficiency in word processing and bookkeeping is an asset.
A detailed job description is available upon request.
- Duties will include assisting the Manager with:
- General Office Administration
- Member Selection Administration
- Housing Administration
- Rent Supplement Administration
Terms of Employment as determined by the Co-operative’s agreement with Universal Workers Union L.I.U.N.A. Local 183 which includes a generous salary and benefits package.
Deadline for Applications: Friday, April 25, 2008 at 5:00 pm.
Thank you to all those who apply, however, only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
Submit resume and covering letter by email or fax to the attention of the Hiring Committee:
robertcooke@ rogers.com or (416) 255-2490 PDF
Co-op Coordinator
Homestarts Incorporated
Homestarts Incorporated is a non-profit, community based organization. Founded in 1978, we offer management, maintenance, consulting and development services to housing co-operatives and non-profit housing groups. Currently, we provide services to more than 39 co-op and non-profit clients located in cities throughout southern and south western Ontario.
We are currently looking to fill the position of Co-op Housing Coordinator for an apartment co-op in downtown Toronto. This position is for three to five days per week. Applicants must have experience in and knowledge of co-op housing management including:
- Administration
- Property management
- Marketing
- Financial management
- Rent-geared-to-income subsidy
- Community development, governance and organization
The successful applicant will have excellent interpersonal as well as verbal and written communication skills, along with the ability to work independently by continuously re-evaluating priorities and handling stress in a very busy work environment. You must be proficient with computer software programs, including Word and Excel while experience in NewViews and HMWorx software would be an asset.
Please contact Nicky Maloney, Manager Human Resources & Administration by email at:
nmaloney@homestarts.org or by fax to: 905-858-5040
We thank all the applicants, however only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.
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Cooperative Internship
Homestarts Incorporated
Homestarts Incorporated is a non-profit, community based organization. Founded in 1978, we offer management, maintenance, consulting and development services to housing co-operatives and non-profit housing groups. Currently, we provide services to more than 38 co-op and non-profit clients located in cities throughout southern and south western Ontario.
We are currently looking to fill the position of Cooperative Intern who will be based at our head office in Mississauga, as well as assisting at various co-operative housing properties staffed by Homestarts. The position is full-time (35 hours per week) and has an hourly wage of $11 + 4% vacation pay. Due to specifics of the internship, which is co-ordinated through the Ontario Cooperative Association, applicants must fit all the following criteria:
- between 15 and 30
- out of school
- college or university graduate
- not on EI benefits
- Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person on whom refugee protection has been conferred
A brief job description follows:
1. Accountability
The Co-operative Intern will be accountable to the Manager, Human Resources & Administration.
2. Supervision and Reporting
The Co-operative Intern will be supervised by and report directly to the Manager, Human Resources & Administration.
3. Duties and Responsibilities
The duties of the Co-operative Intern shall include:
3.1 administrative support work at Homestarts’ head office in Mississauga;
3.2 temporary staff relief and administrative support work at client housing co-operatives located throughout the GTA, Halton, Peel and Hamilton/Niagara areas as required.
The responsibilities of the Co-operative Intern shall include: Wordprocessing, Spreadsheet preparation, sending and receiving faxes, photocopying, cerloxing proposals, telephone, reception, filing, internet research, ordering office supplies, record keeping, preparing bank deposits, preparing cheque requisitions and writing cheques, and other duties as assigned.
Should the above position be of interest, please email nmaloney@homestarts.org
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Agingcourt Co-op
Co-ordinator (Part time)
We are seeking a part time co-ordinator for 2 days a week 4 hours a day,
paying 20 dollars per hour location.
Please send your resume to:
Agincourt Housing Co-operative
4675 Sheppard Ave. East
Scarborough M1S 4R3
Fax 416293-5119
Phone 416293-6454
Bookkeeping services (3-4 hours per month)
Main-Gerrard Co-op
A bookkeeper experienced with Newviews to come in once each month for three to four hours to perform the following services:
- Monthly bank reconciliation
- Review subsidy calculations performed during the month
- Annually to prepare T4 and Revenue Canada report
- Assist with audit preparation and year end bookkeeping
Rate: to be determined
Position available beginning in May 2008
If you are interested, please forward your resume along with your current rates to:
Robert Wiseman, Manager
184 Main St.
Toronto, ON M4E 2W1
E-mail: maingerrardcoop@bellnet.ca or Fax: 416-691-9119
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JTM Inc. Property Services
Is seeking full time, part time, and hourly bookkeeping staff, to work throughout the GTA with flexible work hours and schedules.
Duties will include:
- Board Packages
- Maintain accounting systems including the general ledger, sub-ledgers and all journals;
- Monthly Bank Statements Reconciliation
- Monthly & Annual Financial Statements
- Payables & Receivables
- Prepare reports as required by the Funding Body to meet the obligations of the various programs
- Reconcile housing charge and subsidy programs preparing appropriate reports
- Other Duties As Assigned
The successful applicant will have:
- 5 years co-op and non-profit experience
- Working Knowledge of New Views, HMWorx, Word and Excel programs
- Excellent communication and writing skills
- Ability to work independently
- Must Be Bondable
Please send resume and cover letter with salary expectations to
Frank Melo
JTM Inc.
Property Services
Cell: 647-285-3130
Fax: 416-649-0249
E-mail: jtm.inc@rogers.com
Web: www.jtm-inc.ca
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