Make a Difference
We are seeking dedicated and
passionate individuals to join the Regent Park Community Animation team. As a
Community Animator, you’ll utilize your expertise and knowledge to contribute
to the ongoing efforts of Toronto Community Housing to improve the
neighborhoods and lives of residents of Regent Park.
The Community
Animator Role (5 positions)
The Regent Park Revitalization
Engagement team makes connections with individuals and groups in the
neighbourhood to support programs and initiatives leading to resident
engagement and leadership, neighborhood integration and social cohesion both
in-person and online.
Community Animators are
supported in their role through ongoing training and guidance from staff.
In the context of COVID-19,
Community Animators require new skills/tools to continue their critical work in
Regent Park.
Work will be completed
in-person and online:
·
All work duties
will adhere to the recommended physical and social distancing rules and principles
set out by Toronto Public Health
·
Work will be
conducted:
o
In the TCHC
office or at home (working online)
o
Where people
live, gather, socialize and work in Regent Park (following physical distance protocols)
·
Duties require
access to a computer, the Internet and a smart phone
What you’ll do
·
Online engagement
including:
o
Facilitation of
online meetings and community events with tenants and local stakeholders
o
Support the
development and implementation of a social media strategy to increase online presence,
engagement and awareness of TCHC’s ongoing work and initiatives
o
Learn about how
social media platforms work, and development of engaging content
·
Write accurate
summaries of online meetings and discussions
·
Conduct Community
Engagement activities, including:
o
Flyer posting
o
Door-to-door
outreach
o
Phone outreach to
connect tenants to local events and opportunities
o
Connecting with
residents in the lobby of their building or on the street
o
Individual and
group surveys
o
Support of focus
groups, individual interviews and meetings
·
Participate in
training and team meetings
·
Share, summarize
and escalate issues, concerns and questions with the Regent Park Engagement team
·
Support programs
and initiatives in Regent Park through administrative or operational assistance
·
Work with other
animators, staff and residents, in ways that are safe, inclusive, and
anti-oppressive
·
And other duties,
as assigned
Qualifications
·
Current
or former residents of Regent Park or those active in the community as
staff/volunteer with a strong familiarity, experience and/or knowledge of the
neighbourhood are encouraged to apply
·
Demonstrated
ability to work in a team environment and to work independently
·
Strong written,
presentation and communication skills
·
Knowledge of
online marketing and good understanding of social media platforms
·
Positive attitude
and attention to detail with good multitasking and organizational ability
·
Experience
participating in, or ideally, facilitating or leading community meetings
·
Ability to work
as facilitator, eliciting input without imposing your perspective
·
Ability to engage
with residents from multiple access points (in-person or online including
social networks, faith communities, community groups and organizations)
·
Competent and
demonstrated experience in both spoken and written English
Additional Assets
·
Ability to speak
a second language is an asset, but not a requirement
·
Regular access to
a computer/tablet (at home), the Internet and smart phone
·
Skills in word
processing and spreadsheet programs or a willingness to learn these skills
Other Details
Working during COVID-19:
COVID-19 creates new challenges
and opportunities in this work. Community Animators will adhere to best
practices, rules and processes set out by Toronto Public Health to keep
residents, Community Animators and staff safe.
Hours of Work: This position is an “on-call” position; hours will be
based on business and community needs and are flexible. Community Animators are
paid hourly, with the total number of hours worked decided by the Regent Park
Revitalization Engagement team.
Compensation: Animators are paid for satisfactory completion of the
agreed work and are compensated for training and other related duties.
The hourly rate for this employment opportunity is $16.00 with appropriate tax deductions. Please note compensation may impact rent calculations for RGI tenants and applicants are encouraged to speak with their TCHC Tenant Service Coordinator.
Contract Work: This position is contract-based with a one year minimum.
Applications due by 5 pm on October 4th, 2021
We encourage diverse community-involvement and participation, people from diverse backgrounds and lived experience are encouraged to apply. Hiring priority may be given to those without prior experience as a Community Animator for Toronto Community Housing.
Interested in the position? Please send your resume to csr@tridel.com with the subject: Regent Park Community Animator by October 4th, 2021 by 5 PM.