About the role:
The Community Worker – Food Access and Supportive Employment is responsible for the facilitation and coordination of food preparation and service. This position reports to the Food Program Supervisor and works collaboratively with staff from Support Services. The position requires a thorough knowledge of food handling and safety with a demonstrated ability to prepare meals in a professional setting.
Position Responsibilities:
- Coordinating and overseeing community kitchens.
- Training and supervising participant cooks.
- Facilitating and supporting participant involvement and learning about cooking and healthy eating.
Organizational Responsibilities
- Be knowledgeable about and act within relevant legislation, including the Occupational Health and Safety Act, the Ontario Human Rights Code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), Residential Tenancies Act (RTA), Mental Health Act, the Child and Family Services Act, Personal Health Information Protection Act (PHIPA), Housing Services Act, and Ontario Fire and Building Codes.
- Participate in and represent the organization at external committees and forums as assigned.
- Participate in internal committees and/or activities relating to the organization (IE staff, Annual General Meeting, social recreational events, etc.).
- Keep Manager or Supervisor informed and updated on relevant issues.
Working Conditions:
- Exposure to household pests, bodily fluids, cleaning chemicals and some smoking environments.
- Working hours are 35 hours per week. Weekend work is required.
- Requirement to travel to and work from other HLMS locations as required.
Special Requirements:
- As a condition of employment, a successful Police Record Check is required.
What We Are Looking For:
- Training and/or experience in operating community-based food programs.
- Knowledge of food handling and safety.
- Demonstrated ability to cook healthy, tasty and easy-to-prepare food in a professional setting.
- Strong communication skills.
- Experience working with people with mental health and addiction issues.
- Strong commitment to anti-oppression and working within a mental health recovery framework.
- Knowledge, understanding and experience to support people in their employment through a supportive employment framework.
- Strong leadership and group facilitation skills.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong computer skills, including knowledge of Microsoft Office and electronic record keeping systems.
Job Type: Permanent
Pay: $45,136.00 per year
Flexible language requirement:
Schedule:
- Every Weekend
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person