Community Development & Education Worker

Community Development & Education Worker

Status: Temporary Full-Time, Bargaining Unit Position

Classification/Wage: As per Schedule A of the Collective Agreement

Department: Operations

Reports to: Operations Manager

Location: Office-based with outreach across Simcoe County and Muskoka

Hours: Full-time, with scheduling in accordance with the Collective Agreement

SUMMARY

The Community Development & Education Worker reports to the Operations Manager and supports the entire centre. This support includes, but is not limited to, increasing awareness and knowledge of Gilbert Centre within the community using various methods such as social media, delivery of training, or outreach.  This position is front facing with the public and office based. This is a temporary position within our bargaining unit covering a leave of absence expected to run until September 4, 2026, with the possibility of extension.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Social Media & Communications

• Curate and oversee the organization’s social media accounts, including content creation, scheduling, and engagement.
• Monitor social media trends and adjust strategies to maximize reach and impact.
• Respond to comments and messages on social media platforms in a timely and professional manner.
• Monitor general 'info' email account and the centre's main voicemail and triage information requests.

 Presentation Curation & Delivery

• Design and deliver educational programs, workshops, and presentations on HIV/AIDS & HCV prevention, treatment, and care pathways, including safer sex practices.
• Provide training and capacity-building support to community partners, volunteers, and staff on HIV/AIDS & HCV prevention, treatment, and care pathways, including safer sex practices.
• Develop and distribute educational materials, including brochures, pamphlets, and online resources as well as safer sex and safer substance use equipment.

 Community Building

• Develop and implement outreach strategies to engage the community in education, treatment and prevention of HIV/AIDS & HCV.
• Build and maintain relationships with community partners, stakeholders, and organizations to foster collaboration and support.
• Organize and participate in community events, health fairs, and other activities to promote HIV/AIDS & HCV education, testing and treatment services available in Simcoe Muskoka.
• Charitable Donner relations and communications

Event Planning & Execution 

• Plan, coordinate, and execute community events, workshops, and campaigns related to HIV/AIDS & HCV education, testing and treatment services available in Simcoe Muskoka, including but not limited to World AIDS Day and International Harm Reduction Day events and promotion.
• Ensure all events are well-organized, inclusive, and effectively communicate the organization's mission.
• Collaborate with other staff and volunteers to ensure successful event execution.

 Other Responsibilities

• Provide emergency support to Gilbert Centre participants as needed.
• Any other duties that may be assigned
• Follow all Health & Safety protocols

 QUALIFICATIONS

• Formal education in a relevant field of study (social science, health promotion, social work, adult education, or any related fields) and/or the equivalent combination of education, work, and lived or living experience.
• At least one year experience working in the HIV/STBBI, 2S-LGBTQ+, or health promotion fields is required.
• A comfort in working with, and an understanding of health and social issues and factors relevant to people living with HIV, HCV, queer and trans masculine men, men who have sex with men, 2S-LGBTQ+ communities, people who use drugs, people who engage in sex work, those experiencing houselessness and newcomers is required.
• Comfortable delivering workshops and presentations to audiences of various size on topics such as sexual health, HIV, HCV, substance use, safer sex practices, etc. is required.
• Superior communication skills, including written and verbal presentation skills, diplomatic and effective liaison and interpersonal skills including proficiency in English is required. French is an asset.
• Demonstrated commitment to community development, engagement, accountability practices, social justice, diversity, equity, and anti-oppression principles.
• Experience overseeing and working with volunteers is an asset.
• Ability to speak openly and frankly about sexuality in a sex-positive, non-judgmental manner.
• Ability to work independently on a flexible schedule, and collaboratively – within and across teams is required.
• Excellent computer and presentation curation skills.
• Possess a valid ‘G’ driver’s license, a clean driver’s abstract and meet approval requirements of our corporate vehicle insurance policy OR use of your own reliable personal vehicle (mileage to be reimbursed).
• Ability to respond quickly to emergency, including opioid overdose is required

Compensation and Benefits

Hourly Rate: $25.03/hour  

Hours: 1.0 FTE  

Benefits: 6% in lieu of benefits during temporary posting

Paid Time Off: 3 weeks’ vacation, 3 weeks’ sick leave, and 1 week float (starting entitlements, pro-rated to start date) 

Schedule: Flexible scheduling to support work-life balance

Bargaining Unit: CUPE Local 1813.14 

Working Conditions 

• May involve walking or standing for periods of time during community-based activities, events, partner-agency visits, or collaborative outreach activities. 

• Lift up to 20 lbs.  

• May involve standing for extended periods during events, tabling, or community-based activities. 

• May occasionally require carrying program materials, harm reduction supplies, or educational resources, with appropriate support and equipment. 

• Frequent computer use. 
• Some evening and weekend work may be required in accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement. 
• The position may involve travel across Simcoe Muskoka and work in community-based and partner-agency settings, including shelters, drop-ins, correctional settings, community events, pop-up clinics, and outreach sites, as appropriate and in collaboration with existing outreach programs and partners.

How to Apply 

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and we encourage early submissions. 

As an equal opportunity employer, we value diversity and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. We encourage applications from people with all lived or living experiences. Accommodation is available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. 

We recognize that the “perfect candidate” doesn’t exist. If this role excites you and you meet most of the qualifications, we encourage you to apply. We are committed to building a team that reflects the communities we serve.