Opportunities to Join Us
Thank you for your interest in our organization!
We are dedicated to providing culturally-sensitive and culturally-enriching programs to individuals and families and welcome talented, passionate and committed volunteers and professionals who seek to create positive change, as they uplift and empower our communities.
Career Opportunities
We are seeking enthusiastic, qualified persons to join our team as we deliver programs and services to our communities. We encourage you to apply if you are interested and are qualified for a position.
Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteers are integral to the success of our organization. We would be unable to provide the services and supports our members and communities rely on without the valuable input of volunteers. Through volunteering, youth, adults and seniors have the opportunity to give back to their community and gain a sense of satisfaction in doing so. We also welcome high school students who will have the opportunity to gain their community service hours.
We have volunteer opportunities in the following areas:
- Tutors and mentors - Arts, Literacy & Tutoring Club after-school program
- Mentors - Black Leaders of Tomorrow Youth Business Mentorship program
- Bingo fundraising (must be at least 18 years old)
- Board committees
- Office administration
- Summer and Spring break camps
If you are interested in volunteering with us please email your resume and cover letter to volunteers@rootscs.org stating the position(s) in which you are interested.
Successful applicants will need to complete a criminal reference check or vulnerable sector check before placement begins.
Brief Mental Health Counsellor
The Brief Mental Health Counselor will provide time-limited counselling and treatment utilizing integrated therapeutic approaches to individuals presenting with mental health concerns. They will use evidence-based tools to monitor whether interventions are effectively supporting client wellness. They will provide brief service and will determine how to best support clients using a stepped care approach.
Community Health Promoter
The Community Health Promoter is a frontline role advancing equitable, culturally responsive, and Afrocentric approaches to wellness within Black, African, and Caribbean (BAC) communities in the Region of Peel. The role strengthens health literacy, increases access to preventive care, and reduces barriers to health and social services through outreach, education, caregiver programming, and community engagement. It addresses social determinants of health and works to mitigate anti-Black racism and systemic inequities.
Manager, Communications and Stakeholder Engagement
The Black Health and Social Services Hub is seeking to employ a Communications & Stakeholder Engagement Manager. This is a key position within our organization, which has seen significant growth over the last two years. In this role you will oversee all internal and external communications for the organization, ensuring its message is consistent and engaging, and the integrity of its brand is upheld.
Content Delivery Specialist
The Content Delivery Specialist is responsible for the development and execution of communications, marketing and public relations strategies to engage members of Black, African and Caribbean (BAC) communities and other Roots Community Services stakeholders.
Executive Assistant
The Executive Assistant (EA) will provide a high level of confidential administrative, operational and day-to-day support to the CEO, as well as support some functions related to the Board of Directors. The role involves handling communications in the executive office, assisting on projects, and liaising internally with staff and volunteers as well as externally with partner agencies. The Executive Assistant is expected to work with limited direction, executing a significant amount of judgment, tact, diplomacy, confidentiality, and discretion in all aspects of the role.
Make a difference!
We cannot do it alone and so rely on you – our funders, donors, volunteers – to help us build a strong community that holds a brighter future for our children and youth, a peaceful place for our seniors, and a safe and clean environment for everyone. There are a few ways you can help to make a difference. Which one will you choose?
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