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The Sexual Assault Centre Kingston is a feminist organization committed to ending sexualized violence through education, advocacy and support.  Have a look at our mission, values, beliefs and goals to find out if we are a good fit for you. We are committed to hiring from an AR/AO framework and encourage BIPOC, 2SLGBTQ+ and persons with disabilities to apply. When available, jobs will be listed below.

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Conseiller en services linguistiques français

*Contrat temps partiel (8 heures/semaine)*

À propos de notre centre:

Le Centre d'aide aux victimes d'agression sexuelle de Kingston [Sexual Assault Centre Kingston] est une organisation féministe et à but non lucratif qui offre un soutien gratuit, confidentiel et sans jugement aux survivantes de violence sexuelle à Kingston, Frontenac, Lennox et Addington. Nous soutenons les survivants de tous les sexes, âgés de 12 ans et plus, qui ont été victimes de violences sexuelles récentes et/ou dans le passé.

Vue d'ensemble du rôle :

À titre de conseiller ou conseillère des services linguistiques français, vous fournirez des conseils collectifs et individuels en français et en anglais aux victimes de violences sexuelles et sexistes. Pour que la continuité des services soit assurée pour les survivants francophones, vous fournirez des conseils dans le cadre de nos deux programmes de conseil : Compétences et soutien et Réflexion et connexion.

Sous la supervision du directeur des services de conseil, vous allez:

fournir des conseils individuels en français et en anglais aux survivants de tous les sexes, âgésde 12 ans et plus, en respectant les lignes directrices du SAC Kingston en matière de conseil
réserver environ 8 à 10 séances de conseil individuelles par semaine
animer ou co-animer des groupes de conseil ou des ateliers de sensibilisation lorsque le besoin
est reconnu
maintenir des dossiers clients complets, précis et cliniquement utiles, ainsi que des statistiques
de conseil, conformément aux politiques du SAC Kingston, en utilisant notre base de donnéesélectronique pour les dossiers clients
collaborer avec les partenaires communautaires et donner des références aux survivants qui ont
besoin de services qui dépassent la portée et le mandat du programme de conseil
participer aux efforts de sensibilisation du public et de la communauté francophone du centre
en assistant à des événements communautaires, en siégeant à des comités pertinents et en
élaborant, animant et présentant des ateliers, selon les besoins
participer aux réunions hebdomadaires du personnel et de l'équipe de conseil, et assister aux
formations et aux possibilités de développement professionnel, selon les instructions
participer activement à la supervision clinique mensuelle en compagnie du directeur des services de conseil
maintenir des connaissances à jour en matière de pratiques et de tendances féministes intersectionnelles actuelles relatives au soutien des survivants de la violence sexuelle et sexiste
partager des informations avec les partenaires de la communauté et d'autres organisations lorsque cela est demandé et approprié
maintenir un engagement continu en faveur des pratiques intersectionnelles, antiracistes/antioppressives sur le lieu de travail, et contribuer de manière régulière aux objectifs du centre à travers une optique AR/AO
participer aux réunions et aux formations périodiques du personnel, selon les besoins
contribuer à la culture de SACK en vous engageant dans des activités internes, en partageant vos commentaires et en apportant une perspective de résolution de problèmes
accomplir d'autres tâches à la demande du directeur des services de conseil et/ou du directeur exécutif

NOUS SOMMES À LA RECHERCHE D'UNE PERSONNE QUI POSSÈDE :

une maîtrise en services sociaux, en conseil, en psychologie, en ergothérapie ou en soins

infirmiers; être membre en règle d'une profession de la santé réglementée qui est autorisée à
pratiquer l'acte contrôlé de la psychothérapie.

au moins 2 ans d'expérience en matière de conseil, de défense des intérêts et de services de
santé mentale
des compétences linguistiques de niveau avancé en français oral et écrit (niveau C1) et la
capacité de fournir des conseils en français et en anglais.
une connaissance approfondie des pratiques féministes intersectorielles tenant compte des
traumatismes et des difficultés particulières rencontrées par les victimes de violences sexuelles.
une expérience manifeste dans la promotion des objectifs organisationnels en matière d'équité,
d'inclusion, de lutte contre le racisme et l'oppression.
un respect manifeste de la diversité individuelle, culturelle, communautaire et
organisationnelle, y compris la capacité à identifier et à comprendre les problèmes
interdépendants liés au sexe, à l'âge, à l'orientation sexuelle, aux capacités et aux handicaps, à la race, à l'origine ethnique, à la situation socio-économique, à la religion et à l'identité sexuelle.
une discrétion avérée dans le traitement de questions confidentielles et de nature délicate, ainsi
que la capacité de réagir avec un bon jugement à des situations de crise, en sollicitant des
conseils, le cas échéant
de fortes compétences en communication verbale et écrite
de compétences informatiques adéquates, avec une connaissance utile de Microsoft Office, d*
GoogleSuite et de la base de données électronique relative aux dossiers des clients.
CPIC valide, autorisé de travailler auprès des secteurs vulnérables.

NOUS SERIONS RAVIS SI VOUS EN AVIEZ :

accès à un véhicule, avec un permis de conduire valide
compétences et expérience en matière d'animation des groupes
possibilité de travailler en soirée, selon les besoins des clients du centre

Régime de rémunération :

Contrat (15 h/semaine), début immédiat, jusqu'au 31 mars 2023, avec possibilité de renouvellement.

Plage salariale : 26,65 $ - 33,07 $ à taux horaire, en fonction des qualifications et de l'expérience.

Chez SACK, toutes les personnes contractuelles à temps plein bénéficient d'une subvention pour les prestations de santé. Les candidats potentiels ont la possibilité de bénéficier de ces subventions à l'issue de leur période d'essai. Afin de protéger la santé et la santé mentale de notre personnel, il existe également une politique généreuse en matière de congés de maladie et de congés personnels, à laquelle tous les employés ont droit à partir de leur premier jour de travail dans notre centre.

Processus de demande d’emploi :

Nous sommes conscients que les BIPOC et les autres membres de la communauté qui méritent l'équité sont touchés de manière disproportionnée par la violence sexuelle. Chez SACK, nous nous engageons à mieux représenter notre communauté et à prendre des mesures significatives pour éliminer le racisme et l'oppression systématiques. Conformément à cet engagement, il est fortement recommandé aux candidats qui s'identifient comme appartenant à des groupes tels que les BIPOC, les nouveaux arrivants, les personnes de sexe différent et d'autres groupes méritant l'équité de présenter leur candidature.

Les candidats potentiels doivent soumettre un CV (3 pages maximum) accompagné d'une lettre de motivation (1 page maximum) en format PDF à hiring@sackingston.com et cc director@sackingston.com avec pour objet « Conseiller SLF ». Les candidatures seront prises en considération sur une base continue. Nous remercions tous les candidats de leur intérêt, mais nous contacterons uniquement les candidats retenus pour un entretien.

SACK est prêt à fournir des mesures d'adaptation sur demande à toutes les étapes du processus d'embauche. Si vous avez besoin d'une mesure d'adaptation pendant le processus d'embauche, veuillez nous contacter à hiring@sackingston.com.

French Language Services Counsellor

*Contract – 8 hrs/week*

About Our Centre

The Sexual Assault Centre Kingston is a feminist, not-for-profit organization providing free, confidential, non-judgmental support for survivors of sexual violence in Kingston, Frontenac, Lennox & Addington. We provide support to survivors of all genders, ages 12 and up, who have experienced recent and/or historic sexual violence.

Roll Overview:

Working as our French Language Services counsellor, you will provide group and individual counselling in French and English to survivors of sexual and gender-based violence. To ensure continuity of services for Francophone survivors, you will provide counselling within both of our counselling programs: Skills and Support and Reflect and Connect.

Reporting to the Director of Counselling Services, in this role you will:

Provide individual counselling in French and English to survivors of all genders, ages 12 and
up, according to SAC Kingston's counselling guidelines
Book approximately 8-10 individual counselling sessions per week
Facilitate or co-facilitating group counselling or educational workshops when the need is
identified
Maintain complete, accurate, clinically useful client records and counselling statistics in
accordance with SAC Kingston policies through our electronic client records database
Collaborate with community partners and provide referrals for survivors who require services
beyond the scope and mandate of the counselling program
Participate in the centre’s public education/community outreach efforts within the Francophone
community by attending community events, sitting on relevant committees, and creating,
facilitating, and presenting workshops, as the need is identified
Participate in staff and counselling team meetings on a weekly basis, as well as attending
training and professional development opportunities, as directed
Actively participate in monthly clinical supervision with the Director of Counselling Services
Maintain up to date knowledge on current intersectional feminist practices and trends in
relation to supporting survivors of sexual and gender-based violence
Share information with community partners and other organizations when requested and
appropriate
Maintain an ongoing commitment to intersectional, Anti-Racist/Anti-Oppressive practices
within the workplace, and regularly contributes to centre objectives through an AR/AO lens

We are looking for someone who has:

Master's degree in Social Work, Counselling, Psychology, Occupational Therapy, or Nursing; must be a current member, in good standing, within a Regulated Health Profession that can practice the controlled act of Psychotherapy.
Minimum 2 years experience providing counselling, advocacy, and mental health services
Advanced level oral and written French Language skills (C1 level proficiency) and the ability to provide counselling in both French and English.
In depth knowledge of intersectional feminist, trauma-informed practices and of the unique struggles experienced by survivors of sexual violence.
Demonstrated experience in advancing organizational goals of equity, inclusion, anti-racism and anti-oppression.
Demonstrated respect for individual, cultural, community and organizational diversity, including the ability to identify and understand intersecting issues related to gender, age, sexual orientation, (dis)ability, race, ethnicity, socioeconomic location, religion, and gender identity.
Proven discretion in dealing with confidential and sensitive matters and the ability to respond with sound judgment to crisis situations, seeking consultation as appropriate
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Sufficient computer skills, with a working knowledge of Microsoft Office, GoogleSuite and electronic client records database.
Valid CPIC, with working with Vulnerable Sectors Please note that proof of fluency in oral and/or written expression and comprehension will be required and the centre may be able to provide subsidies to the successful applicant for taking the appropriate certification tests

We would love it if you had:

Access to a vehicle, and a valid driver's license
Group facilitation skills and experience
Availability for evening work, as required to meet the needs of centre clients

Compensation Package:

Contract (15 hrs/week), starting immediately, until March 31st, 2023, with possibility of renewal.

Salary Band: $26.65 - $33.07 on an hourly basis, based on qualifications and experience.

At SACK we offer health benefits subsidies for all full-time contract staff. The prospective candidates will be eligible for these subsidies upon successful completion of their probationary period. In order to protect the health and mental health of our staff, we also offer a generous sick/personal day policy that all employees will be entitled to from their first day in our centre.

Application Process:

We recognize that BIPOC and other equity deserving community members are disproportionately affected by sexual violence. At SACK, we have promised to do better in representing our community and to take meaningful steps toward eliminating systematic racism and oppression. In line with this commitment, we strongly encourage applicants who self-identify as belonging to BIPOC, newcomer, gender diverse, and other equity deserving groups to apply.

Interested applicants should submit a resume (Max 3 pages) and cover letter (max 1 page) in a PDF format to hiring@sackingston.com and cc director@sackingston.com with the subject line “FLS counsellor”. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis. We thank all applicants for their interest, however; only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

SACK is committed to providing accommodation upon request at all stages of the hiring process. If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please contact us at hiring@sackingston.com.

Volunteer Coordinator - Parental Leave Contract

The successful individual will be required to work in our physical office, however, remote work is a possibility for the right candidate.

About Our Centre

Roll Overview:

The Volunteer Coordinator will be responsible for the ongoing coordination, training, and
support of the 100+ Crisis Support Program volunteers at SAC Kingston, as well as the
management and coordination of the crisis line system and accompaniment requests. In
addition, the Volunteer Coordinator will be responsible for maintaining the volunteer database,
and all communication with the volunteers. The Volunteer Coordinator works under the
supervision of the Director of Program Development and Executive Director.

Reporting to the Board of Directors, in this role you will:

Volunteer & Crisis Line Coordination

Recruit and source new volunteers to maintain sufficient volunteer numbers
Update the volunteer management software as needed, such as but not limited to:
maintaining the database of active, away and on leave volunteers; tracking volunteers'
work and hours; keeping and managing volunteer records; recruiting new volunteers, etc
Identify volunteer skills and resources and promote said skills through various
opportunities at the centre
Assign volunteers tasks and responsibilities based on experience and preference
Organize and supervise volunteers at large events, such as but not limited to; Take Back
the Night, International Women’s Day, Sexual Assault Awareness Month
Provide support to crisis line volunteers, after-hours facilitators (incl monthly meetings),
and emergency coverage team members
Ensure coverage of the line and assist with crisis shifts during working hours as needed
Coordinate accompaniments to the hospital, police, and court with trained
accompaniment volunteers
Maintain and compile monthly, quarterly and fiscal years statistics and reporting of crisis
support program (incl. Crisis lines & accompaniments)
Ongoing communication with crisis line partners in catchment regions pertaining to
upcoming training, challenging callers, troubleshooting technology, quarterly statistics,
and other items as relevant
Provide support and troubleshooting in regard to crisis line technology and concerns for
all volunteers, Facilitators, and Emergency Coverage Team Members

Training, Education, and General

Facilitate the training and onboarding of new volunteers (min 3x per year)
Search for and provide opportunities for ongoing education for active volunteers
Update volunteer application form as needed
Update and manage volunteer software program as needed
Advertisement, and creation of advertisements, for the volunteer program, recruitment,
and crisis lines via social media and other outlets as available

We are looking for someone who has:

Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the issues prevalent for survivors of
sexualized violence and gender-based violence
Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of using de-escalation techniques and crisis
management skills
Experience and knowledge of intersectional feminist perspectives and working within an
Anti-Racist/Anti-Oppressive framework
Experience in program planning/coordination/organization and/or volunteer coordination
Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks and manage time with minimal
supervision; demonstrated ability to multi-task while implementing task prioritization
Excellent verbal, written and communication skills
Strong understanding of the needs, barriers and challenges experienced by survivors
Proficient computer skills, experience working with GSuite preferred and Microsoft Office
applications such as Word, PowerPoint, Excel
Experience collecting statistical data and cleaning data
Comfortable with delivering online meetings, presentations and webinars through online
platforms and in-person
Strong time management skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team
with an emphasis on self-driven initiative
Up-to-date CPIC, within 3 months, with a vulnerable sector screening

We would love it if you had:

Access to a vehicle, and a valid driver's license
Experience with non-profit voluntarism
ASIST or SAFETALK certification
Knowledge and/or experience of working within a trauma-informed framework

Compensation Package: This role is a contract position, 30 hours a week, from June 5th, 2023 - July 5th, 2024

Starting Salary Band: $22.00 - $26.00 per hour

At SACK we offer competitive health benefits subsidies for our contract staff. The prospective
candidates will be eligible for these subsidies upon successful completion of their probationary
period. In order to protect the health and mental health of our staff, we also offer a generous
sick/mental health day policy that all employees will be entitled to from their first day in our
centre.

Application Process:

Interested applicants should submit a resume (Max 3 pages) and cover letter (max 1 page) in a PDF format to hiring@sackingston.com with the subject line “Volunteer Coordinator- Contract”. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis so we encourage applicants to submit their full application as soon as possible. The deadline for submitting a full application is May 8th, 2023 at 12 pm. We thank all applicants for their interest, however; only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

SACK is committed to providing accommodation upon request at all stages of the hiring process. If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please contact us at hiring@sackingston.com.

Executive Director

Full-time, Permanent. This is not a remote position and the successful candidate will be required to work in our physical office in Kingston, ON.

About Our Centre

Roll Overview:

The Executive Director will apply their intersectional feminist, anti-racist, anti-oppressive analysis of sexual violence against all genders, to the work of the Sexual Assault Centre Kingston. They will provide leadership in the daily management of the organization’s financial, administrative, community/public relations, human resources, and service delivery systems. Working cooperatively and effectively with the Board of Directors and staff team, they will ensure that all such systems comply with the mission statement, beliefs, aims, and policies of the organization and ensure a high quality of service delivery to clients.

Reporting to the Board of Directors, in this role you will:

Provide support, information and resources to assist the board in fulfilling its responsibilities, including its legal and fiduciary responsibilities
Participate in the development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of strategic and operational plans
Demonstrate a strong understanding of, and a commitment to, creating a culture that prioritizes staff’s psychological safety and wellness, especially for those belonging to equity deserving groups
Provide mentorship and support for all for all staff/students
Work collaboratively with the Director of Counseling Services and Director of Program Development as part of the management team, providing guidance and supervision when necessary
Cooperate with staff and volunteers to oversee and/or administer the development, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of programs and services for survivors of sexual violence
Develop the annual budget, financial statements, and financial projections.
Prepare and submit financial reports to the organization’s funders and donors.
Research and secure additional funding as necessary to support projects, programs, or services as approved by the Board of Directors and aligned with the centre’s strategic and operational goals
Facilitate the organization’s involvement with appropriate local, regional and/or provincial groups committed to supporting survivors of sexual and gender-based violence

We are looking for someone who has:

Management-level experience in a non-profit feminist organization
A background in sexual and/or gender-based violence
Strong experience in financial management including budget preparation, financial projections, expenditure control, and successful grant proposal writing
Strong background and knowledge of trauma informed, intersectional feminist perspectives and a track record of working within an Anti-Racist/Anti-Oppressive framework
Clear vision for implementing anti-racism and anti-oppression work at SACK
Strong understanding of the needs, barriers and challenges experienced by survivors of sexual violence, especially QTBIPOC survivors.
The ability to showcase both initiative and reliability in their day-to-day operational tasks
Demonstrated ability to provide effective and responsible leadership using a cooperative and collaborative management style, with demonstrated strength in the management and motivation of human resources
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English as well as strong computer skills
Demonstrated understanding of policy development and implementation
Ability to work effectively and build professional relationships with a broad range of funders, community organizations, government, and media
Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize, delegate and/or complete tasks in a timely manner
Demonstrated ability in managing multiple teams with varying needs, conflict resolution, and creative problem solving from an equity lens
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with a volunteer Board of Directors

We would love it if you had:

A degree/diploma in a social science/human resources area
Experience with social media
Working knowledge of french
Knowledge of services and resources in the organization’s catchment area
Access to a vehicle

Compensation Package: This position is a full-time permanent position, 40 hours a week, starting July 2023

Starting Salary Band: $80,500 - $90,500.00

Benefits: 3-week of vacation to start, health benefits coverage (including dental and psychology), Employer Pension Contribution. In order to protect the physical and mental health of our staff, we also offer a generous sick/mental health day policy that all employees will be entitled to from their first day in our Centre. Please note that SACK offers a competitive relocation package to the successful candidate who may reside outside of the KFL&A area.

Application Process:

Interested applicants should submit a resume (Max 3 pages) and cover letter (max 1 page) in a PDF format to hiring@sackingston.com with the subject line “Executive Director Application”. Applications will be considered until May 15, 2023 at 4:00 p.m. We thank all applicants for their interest, however; only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

SACK is committed to providing accommodation upon request at all stages of the hiring process. If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please contact us at hiring@sackingston.com.

Summer Assistant Position 2023

Contract. 30 Hours Per Week. This is not a remote position and the successful candidate will be required to work in our physical office in Kingston, ON.

About Our Centre

Roll Overview:

The Summer Assistant Position will be working to support our staff team on several ongoing projects including but not limited to:

Pride Month
Translation of materials
National Indigenous Peoples Day ● Volunteer Program / crisis line coverage and training
Social Media
Admin Tasks
Assisting with funded projects

The ideal candidate would have knowledge of working within an intersectional feminist based, AR/AO trauma informed framework, understanding of research best practices, event planning, and able to take initiative in complex projects.

Responsibilities and Duties:

Assisting the Crisis Support Coordinator with daily management of volunteer program and coverage of lines if required
Answering phone calls and centre emails with the ability to manage questions and concerns using appropriate referrals.
Assisting people who come to the centre
Working on projects with the coordinator team
Helping with workshop facilitation
Creating social media posts
Help with translation of materials into both official languages
Providing support to other staff as required
Assisting to work with special events
Other duties as assigned

Qualifications and Skills:

Strong understanding of working within a feminist, trauma informed, anti-racist, anti oppressive framework
Strong research based skills in order to aid in completion of project(s)
Knowledge and understanding of sexual violence and gender based violence
Strong organizational, project management and problem-solving skills
A self-starter, able to work independently and as part of the team
Exemplary communication skills, verbal, written and interpersonal
Excellent attention to detail and follow-through
Great initiative in identifying problems and areas where help is needed
Experience and understanding of a non-profit is an asset
Knowledge of online social media platforms
Working knowledge with GSuite, Microsoft Office, Canva and Zoom Webinar platforms

Other:

Flexibility with working hours, some evening and weekend hours will be required in advance
Perform other duties as required by the Director of Program Development and/or the Executive Director
Being bilingual is an asset
Up to date CPIC
First AID and Suicide Intervention training is an asset

Reporting to the Director of Program Development, this role is a contract position, 30hrs a week, starting as soon as possible for 12 weeks. The position would require working in our Kingston office.

Wage: 20$ per hour

In order to protect the health and mental health of our staff, we also offer a sick/mental health day policy that all employees will be entitled to from their first day in our centre.

Application Process:

Please note, as this program is funded by Canada Summer Jobs the requirements are the following:

The candidate must be between 15 and 30 years of age at the beginning of the employment period
Be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person to whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act for the duration of the employment
Have a valid Social Insurance Number at the start of employment and be legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with relevant provincial or territorial legislation and regulations open to applicants aged 15-30

Interested applicants should submit a resume(Max 2 pages) and cover letter (max 1 page) in a PDF format to Hiring@sackingston.com with the subject line “Summer Job Applicant”. The deadline for submitting a full application is May 12th at 12pm. We thank all applicants for their interest, however; only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. SACK is committed to providing accommodations upon request at all stages of the hiring process. If you require an accommodation during the hiring process, please contact us at Hiring@sackingston.com.