Community Inclusion Facilitator
About The Position
Goodwill is hiring a Community Inclusion Facilitator for a 12-month parental leave contract. This role involves supervising clients regarding their Individual Program Plan, educational plan, and employment goals. The Community Inclusion Facilitator contributes to Goodwill's mission by supporting the donated goods retail business, creating jobs and opportunities, and promoting environmental sustainability. The organization welcomes individuals with a passion for thrifting, community impact, helping people, and the environment. No prior experience is necessary as training, coaching, and support will be provided. Newcomers to the region are encouraged to apply, with opportunities for career, skill, and personal growth.
Requirements
- Minimum DSW diploma and grade 12 education.
- Experience working with people with disabilities and barriers to employment or candidates with a social service background.
- Must be cleared by a police reference check for “Working with Vulnerable Persons”.
- Enthusiastic attitude: excited to work with other people and teams.
- Flexibility: able to work at different times, including days, evenings, and weekends.
- Communication: clear and effective interacting with team members and customers to create a positive workplace.
- Problem solving: finding solutions to problems, being accurate, and using simple math i.e. counting, adding and subtraction.
Responsibilities
- Supervise all clients, regarding their Individual Program Plan, educational plan and employment goals.
- Contribute to Goodwill's mission by supporting the success of the donated goods retail business, helping to create jobs and opportunities within the community, and promoting environmental sustainability through the reuse and recycling of donated goods.
- Promote community inclusion, independence and self-determinism for the individuals supported.
- Demonstrated understanding of support requirements specific to individuals with developmental challenges.
- Ability to lead individuals through a process of self-evaluation and goal setting, assist with implementation of same.
- Follow Goodwill’s Policies and Health & Safety guidelines.
- Contribute to teamwork with added activities.
Benefits
- Benefits (dental/health) available for full-time and some part-time positions (based on hours worked).
- Registered Pension Plan opportunity for various roles.
- Special employee sale days and discounts.
- Equitable access to skills training & coaching, scholarships, and educational credentials.
- Individual personal and professional development support with Life Coach & Employee Assistance Program.
- Work-life balance with scheduling flexibility.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
