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Community Outreach Coordinator

JACS Toronto 3526 Dufferin St, Suite 400, Toronto ON

Community Outreach Coordinator

Job Description

 

JACS (Jewish Addiction Community Services) Toronto is seeking a compassionate, engaging, and community-minded professional to join our team as a Community Outreach Coordinator. This role is focused on strengthening community relationships, increasing awareness of JACS services and programs, and supporting outreach initiatives across the Greater Toronto Jewish community.

 

The successful candidate will be comfortable engaging with individuals of all ages, speaking publicly, facilitating programs, and building meaningful relationships with community members, schools, synagogues, and partner organizations. This role requires strong interpersonal skills, cultural sensitivity, initiative, and a passion for reducing stigma surrounding addiction and mental health.

 

This position reports to the Clinical Director and Director of Operations and plays a vital role within a collaborative and supportive team environment. Please note this role is in-office Monday to Thursday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM and remote Friday from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Evening and weekend availability is required based on programming and community event needs.

 

Community Engagement & Outreach

  • Serve as a key representative of JACS at community events, schools, synagogues, camps, and partner organizations
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with community leaders, families, youth, and individuals seeking support, education, or involvement with JACS programming.

 

Program Development & Facilitation

  • Support the development, coordination, and facilitation of outreach initiatives, educational workshops, prevention programming, and community events
  • Assist in identifying opportunities to expand engagement and increase awareness surrounding addiction and mental health within the Jewish community.

 

Relationship Building & Support

  • Foster meaningful connections with individuals and families connected to JACS through ongoing communication, supportive outreach, and community engagement opportunities
  • Help create welcoming, inclusive, and stigma-free spaces for community members.

 

Public Speaking & Education

  • Deliver presentations and educational workshops to small and large groups, including schools, camps, community organizations, and partner agencies
  • Represent JACS professionally and confidently in community-facing settings.

 

 

Qualifications & Skills

  • Post-secondary education in Addictions & Mental Health, or related field
  • 2+ years of experience in community engagement, outreach, programming, or related field
  • Demonstrated experience working in or with Jewish communities and familiarity with Jewish traditions, holidays, customs, and cultural values
  • Experience working with children and youth is considered a strong asset
  • Experience developing and facilitating programs, workshops, or community initiatives
  • Confidence in public speaking and presenting to both small and large groups
  • Strong interpersonal, communication, organizational, and relationship-building skills
  • Ability to work independently while collaborating within a multidisciplinary team environment
  • Ability to work evenings and weekends in alignment with programming and community event needs.

 

How to Apply

 

Please submit your resume and cover letter to [email protected] with the subject line “Community Outreach Coordinator.” All attachments must each be labeled with the applicant’s full name. In your cover letter, please help us understand why you are an ideal candidate by addressing the following questions:

 

  • What interests you most about this position?
  • Based on the qualifications, why are you a strong candidate?
  • What excites you about working for JACS?

 

The deadline to submit applications is August 1, 2026.

 

This position offers a competitive salary of $45,000 to $60,000 commensurate with education and experience. Health benefits and paid time off may also be included.

 

Our sincere appreciation to all those expressing interest in this position; however, only those applicants invited for an interview will be contacted. We will accept applications until the position is filled. No recruiters, please.

 

Accessibility Statement

 

JACS is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive organization. We adhere to barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require Code-protected accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please notify us, and we will work with you to meet your needs.