SUMMARY STATEMENT:

To support people who have an intellectual disability to achieve their personal goals, as they relate to work and alternative options.  Facilitate relationships, skills and roles which promote their effective participation in the typical and valued life of the community.

POSITION (Classification):

SUPPORT WORKER, PART TIME

REPORTING TO:

Supervisor

HOURS:

Up to 30 hours per week with the ability to pick up additional shifts

Days, Evenings, Overnights, Weekends

HOURLY RATE RANGE:

Part Time: $20.74-$22.14
Overnight Rest: $18.93

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum of two years experience working with people who have an intellectual disability preferred
• DSW or equivalent preferred
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
• Ability to support behavioral needs and protocols
• Previous experience providing support to people who have a mental health diagnosis, and dealing with high anxiety situations
• Ability to work independently providing one-to-one support and as a team in a group living setting

• Experience in providing respectful personal care
• Training in dispensing medication
• Ability to operate large vehicles such as an accessible mini-van
• Good written and verbal communication scales
• Ability to engage with and captivate people that do not use words to communicate
• Ability to maintain accurate documentation
• Experience caring for individual with medical and physical needs
• Current Standard First Aid, CPR-C
• Valid driver’s license, insurance, and reliable vehicle
• Current Vulnerable Sector Screening within the last 5 months

GENERAL DUTIES:

• Supporting a person with an intellectual disability to participate in their community
• Engaging with the person and providing them with various options for community & recreational activities and outings that will interest them
• Assisting the person to participate in activities of their preference and choice

Community Living Central York is an equal opportunity employer which welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities.

We are committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Please let us know if you require accommodation at any stage of the hiring process.

COVID-19 Considerations:

We require all new staff to be vaccinated for COVID-19 as a condition of hire. Should any candidate be unable to vaccinate for a bona fide human rights related reason, Community Living Central York will investigate whether accommodation is possible without undue hardship based on the position.

New employees will be fully trained on all IPAC measures, including Personal Protective Equipment and precautionary measures the organization has put in place to protect employees and the individuals we support from Covid-19.

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Reports To: Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Posting Date: August 20, 2024
Closing Date: September 31, 2024

Community Living Central York (CLCY) is seeking a progressive-minded Director of Fund Development and Marketing to support the growth of its programs and services across central York Region and the greater Toronto area. Founded in 1954, CLCY is a non-profit, charitable organization which provides support to people who have an intellectual disability. The organization supports youth and adults with developmental support needs by delivering residential, social, transitional and employment services. We focus on creating long relationships founded on a shared passion, mutual respect, and accountability. We aren’t afraid to show heart, empathy, and genuine compassion for the people and causes we believe in. CLCY works under the direction of a volunteer Board of Directors consisting of people who receive support, family members and other members of the community. As the Director of Fund Development and Marketing, you will be part of this socially innovative and inclusive organization, inspiring people of all ages and abilities to enrich their lives.

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Accountability for increasing the organization’s capacity to grow revenues and meet/exceed specific, measurable fundraising goals (over and above core recurring revenues).
• Development of an annual, tactical fund development plan with defined action steps, a realistic timeline, and clear goals for presentation to the CEO.
• Preparation of budgets and metrics related to the fund development plan.
• Design and implementation of all fundraising plans for annual giving, capital giving, and other fund development projects.
• Participation in organizational programming, operations, budget planning and management as a member of the Senior Management Team.
• Be the sole lead in the implementation of a fund development plan.
• Develop public relations, advertising, marketing, and communications strategies, plans and collateral that support revenue generation efforts.
• Independently manage all 3rd party marketing contractors including Social Media platforms
• Manage and oversee of all cultivation, solicitation, and donor/sponsor/partner relations strategies and activities.
• Oversee organizational communication strategies
• Manage a portfolio of major gift prospects/donors and oversee staff and Board portfolios to ensure appropriate acquisition, cultivation, and stewardship of all prospect/donors.
• Manage and oversee successful fundraising events
• Develop an innovative and dynamic approach to strategic corporate partnerships.
• Oversee corporate fundraising campaigns to achieve and exceed goals where required.
• Oversee grant development including research, proposal writing, and reporting requirements.
• Build community relations and serve as a community liaison when necessary.
• Foster the growth of best practices in gift processing, data management and donor communications.
• Lead, manage and actively engage in extraordinary stewardship of partners, sponsors, and donors, creating positive and enduring relationships that produce reciprocal benefits.
• Develop and implement fundraising training for Board Directors and other key volunteers.
• Maintain a solid knowledge of current best practices, rules, policies, guidelines, and procedures related to fund development activities, and ensure that all development office conduct, activities, systems, and procedures strictly adhere to the highest ethical, accounting, reporting and any other applicable standards.
• Implement fund development client relations management systems to support all fund development projects and operations.
• Oversee the production of all revenue development-related publications and collateral and website content.
• Abide by the Code of Ethics and Professional Standards of the Association of Fundraising Professionals, Canada.

Qualifications:

• A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in a related field CFRE accreditation is preferred.
• 7-10 years of professional experience including corporate sponsorships, fund development, sales, fundraising, with increasing levels of responsibility.
• Proven experience in managing all aspects of revenue development.
• Strong business acumen and knowledge of not-for-profit best business practices.
• Proven and consistent track record of meeting sales and revenue development goals.
• Experience in developing and maintaining professional, productive working relationships with Board members, donors, volunteers, and community stakeholders.
• Demonstrated success in major gifts solicitations.
• Previous special events, capital campaign, and planned giving experience.
• Knowledge of communications/marketing, social media, public relations, and advertising as it relates to fund development.
• Strong experience with information systems (donor databases, CRM systems).
• Strong leadership skills balanced with being an effective team player.
• Emotional maturity, good judgment, professionalism, respect for confidentiality and the ability to make wise decisions and always represent the organization with honour and integrity.
• A warm, dynamic, and engaging interpersonal style, with a strong ability to grow and nurture relationships within the community. Outstanding listening and presentation skills. Including excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills, and ability to prioritize duties and multi-task
• Computer proficiency, including the Microsoft Office suite, fundraising databases, Internet searches, website navigation and social media.
• Proven expertise in Social Media Marketing

How to Apply:
Jessica Feitler, Jessica.feitler@clcy.ca Recruitment and Training Coordinator. Please include your salary expectations for this role.