Social Project Coordinator

Position type: Two year contract, part-time (24 hours/week), hybrid flexibility 

Start date: May 6th, 2024 (flexible start date can be discussed)

Salary: $24/hour

Benefits: 

• 4% Vacation Pay 
• Extended health benefits 
• Access to Employee and Family Assistance Program 
• Paid leadership coaching training and other professional development opportunities 

Job Summary: 

Are you passionate about developing and leading innovative social projects in the DTES? Mission Possible is launching a two year pilot project to better connect low-income individuals with government benefits. The Social Project Coordinator will train and empower an outreach team of individuals experiencing barriers to employment to carry out this project, with support from an Outreach Assistant. The Social Project Coordinator will be responsible for training the outreach team, coordinating capacity building events and workshops, and developing partnerships with other organizations and social service agencies.   

Key areas of Responsibility:

• Lead the development of this pilot project’s implementation and ongoing operations
• Coordinate the training and work experience of individuals experiencing barriers to employment to successfully form an outreach team 
• Supervise the Outreach Assistant, who will be providing support with the outreach team’s duties and responsibilities
• Plan and coordinate the delivery of educational events and workshops on different benefits, financial literacy, and community resources 
• Develop partnerships with organizations, agencies, and government service providers to help connect low-income individuals to benefits applications, tax filing, and relevant supports 
• Oversee and report on project spending 
• Monitor and evaluate the project’s measures of success 
• Write reports and share key outcomes from the project 
• Engage in community-based knowledge sharing opportunities 
• Other responsibilities as assigned by the Director of Programs 

Our ideal candidate has:

• A passion for empowering people with an empathetic and supportive attitude
• Experience working with individuals with barriers to employment
• Experience working in social services or a non-profit organization
• Leadership or supervisory experience 
• Strong analytical and organizational skills 
• Creative problem-solving skills 

Education and Experience:

• Diploma or post-secondary degree in a related field (e.g. social work, sociology, psychology, community economic development) is an asset
• Experience working in the Downtown Eastside community is an asset
• Class 5 Driver’s License is an asset 
• Or the equivalent combination of related skills and experience

We value, support, and thrive in a diverse and inclusive workplace. Those with diverse abilities are encouraged to apply. Please note that our ideal candidate includes those who do not possess the qualities listed above, but have a strong motivation to gain the skills and experience needed for this position.  

Please apply by sending your resume and cover letter to careers@mission-possible.ca for consideration. While we appreciate all interested candidates, only those we wish to interview will be contacted.