Diversity & Inclusion Program Counsellor - Extend-A-Family Kingston

Extend-A-Family Kingston Acknowledges that we are situated on traditional Anishinabek (Ah- nish-in-ah-bay), Haudenosaunee (Ho-den-o-show-nee) and Huron-Wendat (huron-wen·dat) territory and is the home for many Indigenous peoples. We are grateful to have the opportunity to reside and work on this land. 

Promoting  Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion is a top priority for Extend-A-Family Kingston. At Extend-A-Family Kingston, we believe diversity is associated with higher productivity and retention levels. We are aware of a global study by McKinsey & Company that found that those companies that had more diversity were more likely to outperform on profitability and the number of clients served, and the ones that didn’t take diversity into account were less likely to experience profitability above the same sector average.  Extend-A-Family Kingston is committed to providing equitable, inclusive and barrier-free employment opportunities and quality services by establishing a qualified and culturally sensitive workforce that reflects the diverse community it serves, as well as to fostering a working environment that respects people’s dignity, ideas and beliefs, thereby ensuring equity and diversity in recruitment, selection, promotion, learning and development processes meet the requirements of the OHRC, AODA and any other applicable legislation.  

Extend-A-Family Kingston provides individuals with disabilities and their families with coordinated access to regional services, respite, inclusive programs, and opportunities for personal growth, development, and achievement of life goals.

We are presently inviting applications for the position of:

• Diversity & Inclusion Program Counsellor
• Full-Time Position (8-week contract)
• $19/hour

Extend-A-Family Kingston is dedicated to promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in the workplace. We celebrate and welcome the diversity of all participants, employees, stakeholders, and external personnel.

Facets of diversity include newcomers, racialized/visible minorities, people with disabilities, Indigenous people, linguistic minorities, women, youth, older workers, and people from LGBTQ2S+ communities. We recognize that these categories are distinct and intersect; no single term will capture the complexity of the layers of identity. Intersectionality guides our understanding of diversity and inclusion. We strive whenever and wherever possible to create spaces for sharing across these categories.

Key Responsibilities:

• Implement and support an exciting, active program for EAFK’s summer camp program; working closely with management and the program team, the Diversity and Inclusion Counsellor specializes in supporting and fostering an environment where everyone feels they belong and their dignity, beliefs, and identity are respected.
• Provide and create instructions, demonstrations, and communications to ensure that clients with developmental disabilities are supported to create spaces for sharing.
• Champion a culture of inclusion within EAFK’s summer camp that acknowledges the lived experiences of people who do not fit neatly in one category or another.
• Collaborate with Management, Coordinators, and the program team to deliver programs that align with a culture of respect and appreciation for diversity.
• Provide evaluation and feedback on the programs.
• Provide continuous improvements, assessments, and changes throughout the program.

Assets:

• Experience working with individuals with disabilities.
• Standard First Aid, CPR
• Sign language (ASL)
• Under the legislative requirements of the French Language Services Act, French language competency is an asset.

Position Requirements:

• An Empathetic and understanding approach to the experiences and challenges of people from different backgrounds. We are looking for individuals who are energetic, positive role models, safety-conscious, and who have a genuinely compassionate and caring nature.
• Police Record Check - CPIC including Vulnerable Sector Screening.
• Proof of all required doses of a COVID-19 vaccine approved by Health Canada.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
• Ability to work cooperatively with a team.
• Strong program delivery skills.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Qualified applicants are encouraged to submit their resume and a written summary of why this position interests them and outline specific areas of strengths and experience relative to the work.

Please submit your resume (with a cover letter) by email to:

Mindy Kish, Executive Administrative Support - Extend-A-Family Kingston

Email: mkish@eafkingston.com

Competition: DIPC2025

Extend-A-Family Kingston is committed to providing a barrier-free environment for all stakeholders, including our clients, employees, job applicants, suppliers, and visitors who may enter our premises, access our information, or use our services. As an organization, we respect and uphold the requirements under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (2005) and its associated standards and regulations. Please call our office at (613) 544-8939 ext.1108 to discuss if you require accommodation.