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Dixie Bloor Neighbourhood Centre is an accredited, non-profit, community based agency established in 1988. We continue to be a great place to work for those looking to contribute to the continued health, independence and happiness of our families in Mississauga. We are fulfilling our mission in our neighbourhood through a blend of sound management, strong governance, and a persistent dedication to achieving results. We are committed to making the work experience rewarding for all employees by offering a competitive salary and benefits package, career development through various work experiences, training opportunities, fundraising and volunteer work

Competitive Salary

We offer competitive compensation that matches or exceeds industry averages for the charitable sector.

Benefits Package

Our comprehensive benefits package offers 100% employer contribution, protecting your salary for what’s most important.

Career Development

We support the career development of all staff through diverse work experiences, training, fundraising activities, and volunteer opportunities

Our values & why you should work here

We serve all family members and offer a variety of services to help families and individuals, so our careers include employment counsellors, childcare and English teachers, senior support, early years and youth facilitators and supports for newcomers to Canada. Our team is knowledgeable, creative and resourceful and we work together to find the best solution. If you are the type of person who finds energy working with passionate people, check out our job section. Join us in shaping the success of families in Mississauga.

Our current postings

Interested applications for any of our job postings should submit a resume and cover letter with the reference number (as outlined in the posting) in the subject line of the email. We thank all applicants but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Dixie Bloor Neighbourhood Centre is an equal opportunity employer.

Jobs at DBNC

POSITION: LINC Instructor

REPORTS TO: Program Manager

WORK HOURS: 30 hours per week (Immediate Start)

RATE OF PAY: $39.72 per hour

EMPLOYMENT TERM: 1 year with possible extension

APPLICATION DEADLINE: July 11th, 2025

ABOUT US

Dixie Bloor Neighbourhood Centre (DBNC) is a leading, inclusive, welcoming, proactive, community-inspired agency. It is the organization that the community chooses because it meets their diverse and changing needs through empowerment, partnerships, active listening, engagement, and leadership.

DEI STATEMENT

We uphold and advance principles of diversity, equity and inclusion across the organization – every individual that engages with DBNC feels that their diverse perspectives, experiences and cultures are valued. Safe spaces and opportunities are created for all to voice their thoughts respectfully, to learn and develop a deeper understanding of one another.

JOB SUMMARY

The LINC Instructor is responsible for teaching English language to a class of Newcomers to Canada applying LINC Curriculum Guidelines, CLB documents and PBLA principles.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Teaching a class of 15-20 newcomers to Canada applying LINC Curriculum Guidelines, CLB documents and PBLA principles
  • Conducts classes in a respectful, culturally sensitive and engaging manner, foster self-directed learning
  • Develop and maintain an anti-bias sensitive classroom atmosphere where participants feel welcome and interested in learning
  • Provide client-centered, task-based, communicative programming
  • Design PBLA based module plans, assessment tasks as well as daily motivational lesson plans
  • Conduct on-line classes when needed using Zoom and Google classroom
  • Conduct initial and on-going assessments of learners’ needs and progress. Provide feedback as well as continuously redesign the course depending on learners’ needs
  • Orient students to portfolios as a learning and assessment tool
  • Prepare and administer assessments and tests to evaluate students’ progress
  • Incorporate a variety of learning materials into lesson plans to meet different learning styles
  • Assign appropriate Benchmarks and promote/graduate students
  • Organize special events to enhance learners’ participation and cultural experience
  • Participate in LINC and agency events: AGM, UW fundraising, Summer Fest, cultural celebrations for students
  • Participate in continuous quality improvements by reviewing students’ feedback and taking part in discussions at monthly meeting

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Completion of post-secondary degree or diploma or a combination of education, training and experience
  • deemed to be equivalent.
  • TESL Ontario accreditation
  • Minimum 2 (two) years of LINC/ESL teaching experience with adults at various levels
  • Strong pedagogical skills and creative abilities
  • Demonstrated understanding and application of Portfolio Based Language Assessment (PBLA)
  • Good knowledge of Canadian Language Benchmarks (CLB) and ability to benchmark students’ progress
  • Previous experience teaching online courses and knowledge of virtual teaching platforms (ex. Zoom, Google classroom). Ability to provide technical troubleshooting is an asset.
  • Computer skills with a knowledge of LINC/ESL educational software, MS Word, and Internet
  • Experience working in a multicultural environment. Demonstrated sensitivity to the needs of adult immigrants and refugees.
  • Outstanding customer service orientation, with the ability to diffuse tense situations
  • Superior interpersonal skills, ability to interact with all levels in a professional, positive manner and to building trusting relationships and be a team player
  • Ability to work independently with solid time management and organizational skills, punctual, reliable, disciplined
  • Criminal record check for vulnerable sector will be conducted on hire
  • Must be fully vaccinated against COVID- 19

HOW TO APPLY

Interested applicants should submit a resume quoting reference number: 025-026 by July 11th, 2025

Human Resources Department

Dixie Bloor Neighbourhood Centre

3650 Dixie Rd. Suite 103, Mississauga, ON L4Y 3V9

Email: dinael@dixiebloor.ca, joycem@dixiebloor.ca, mahers@dixiebloor.ca

We thank all applicants, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

DBNC thanks all applicants for their interest, only those under consideration will be contacted for interviews. Please be advised that successful incumbent(s) will be required to undergo a vulnerable sector screening as a part of the final step in the hiring process.

DBNC is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. Our goal is to attract, develop and retain highly talented employees from diverse backgrounds, allowing us to benefit from a wide variety of experiences and perspectives. In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, and DBNC Policies, accommodation will be provided at any point throughout the hiring process, provided the candidate makes their accommodation needs known. We welcome applications from all qualified persons.

Personal information provided through the DBNC recruitment, selection, and onboarding process is necessary for the proper administration of this recruitment process for employment and volunteer positions with DBNC. Personal information is protected from disclosure pursuant to PIPEDA (Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act).

POSITION: Wellness and Health Counsellor

REPORTS TO: Settlement Program Manager

WORK HOURS: 30 hours per week (Immediate Start)

RATE OF PAY: $28 per hour

EMPLOYMENT TERM: 1 year with possible extension

APPLICATION DEADLINE: July 11th, 2025

ABOUT US

Dixie Bloor Neighbourhood Centre (DBNC) is a leading, inclusive, welcoming, proactive, community-inspired agency. It is the organization that the community chooses because it meets their diverse and changing needs through empowerment, partnerships, active listening, engagement, and leadership.

DEI STATEMENT

We uphold and advance principles of diversity, equity and inclusion across the organization – every individual that engages with DBNC feels that their diverse perspectives, experiences and cultures are valued. Safe spaces and opportunities are created for all to voice their thoughts respectfully, to learn and develop a deeper understanding of one another.

JOB SUMMARY

The Wellness and Health Counsellor is responsible to provide timely crisis assessment, evidence-informed crisis intervention, information and referral, and brief supportive counselling to newcomer families, refugees and youth. Newcomers to Canada may be experiencing emotional distress, PTSD, a mental health crisis, and/or seeking information on available resources. This position will also support the wellness and health of DBNC staff.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Provide evidence-informed crisis intervention and brief supportive counselling to newcomers, refugees youth and other family members who are experiencing a crisis
  • Manage interactions with those who experience crises while adjusting to life in Canada.
  • Develop holistic plans and implement crisis management strategies with clients
  • Utilize a resource referral database to provide information and referral assistance
  • Provide support and follow-up post crisis
  • Plan and facilitate group information sessions
  • Liaise with community partners to support recovery and connection to social networks
  • Form positive relationships with social services and mental health agencies to build an effective network of crisis services in the community
  • Facilitate regular support groups
  • Support the agency on the Health and Safety and Committee
  • Support the wellness and health of staff
  • Maintain accurate record-keeping/documentation of client files

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Degree in health services, social services, counselling, psychology or related subjects.
  • Experience facilitating support groups
  • Experience participating on a Health and Safety Committee
  • Minimum three years working experience with crisis intervention and newcomer mental health
  • Minimum one year working experience with newcomers
  • Knowledge of mental health issues, group process and facilitation techniques.
  • Proven ability in crisis assessment and facilitating resolution strategies
  • Experience with information-gathering and effective problem-solving skills
  • Empathetic and able to work well in stressful situations while maintaining a professional demeanor.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office, database and Internet. iCARE database experience an asset.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Fluency in English. Second language is an asset, specifically Ukrainian/Spanish/French.
  • A criminal/vulnerable sector check is required

HOW TO APPLY

Interested applicants should submit a resume quoting reference number: 025-019 by July 11th, 2025

Human Resources Department

Dixie Bloor Neighbourhood Centre

3650 Dixie Rd. Suite 103, Mississauga, ON L4Y 3V9

Email: jasbirc@dixiebloor.ca, samiar@dixiebloor.ca, mahers@dixiebloor.ca

We thank all applicants, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

DBNC thanks all applicants for their interest, only those under consideration will be contacted for interviews. Please be advised that successful incumbent(s) will be required to undergo a vulnerable sector screening as a part of the final step in the hiring process.

DBNC is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. Our goal is to attract, develop and retain highly talented employees from diverse backgrounds, allowing us to benefit from a wide variety of experiences and perspectives. In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, and DBNC Policies, accommodation will be provided at any point throughout the hiring process, provided the candidate makes their accommodation needs known. We welcome applications from all qualified persons.

Personal information provided through the DBNC recruitment, selection, and onboarding process is necessary for the proper administration of this recruitment process for employment and volunteer positions with DBNC. Personal information is protected from disclosure pursuant to PIPEDA (Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act).

Other Jobs in the Community

POSITION: Full-time, contract for 12 months (funding based)

DATE POSTED: February 6, 2025

APPLICATION DEADLINE: February 28, 2025

ABOUT US

The Regional Diversity Roundtable (RDR) is a charitable not-for-profit network organization with a membership committed to building inclusion and diversity competence. Our mission is to institutionalize equity in core values, structures, workforce, policies, services of members and resident community.
RDR is seeking a DEI Coordinator, with lived experience to lead the adaptation and enhancement of an AntiRacism, Anti-Oppression (ARAO) capacity-building training program focused on Black youth, newcomers, asylum seekers, and refugees in the Peel region. This initiative aims to empower participants by building leadership, advocacy, and resilience skills, while also creating a Position Paper to advocate for systemic change and inform policy development. The Coordinator will support, collaborate and consolidate with RDR staff, partners and initiatives over the course of the project.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Under RDR leadership, the DEI Coordinator will undertake:

  • Program Adaptation: Adapt the existing ARAO training curriculum to meet the specific needs of Black youth, newcomers, asylum seekers, and refugees, incorporating participant feedback to ensure relevance and effectiveness.
  • Participant Engagement: Identify and engage 20 to 25 participants per session, ensuring diverse representation from priority communities in Peel.
  • Capacity Building: Co-design and deliver four tailored training sessions in collaboration with Black youth, focusing on leadership, advocacy, and resilience. Provide needed coaching sessions to further personalize support.
  • Position Paper Development: Gather feedback and insights from participants to draft a Position Paper highlighting effective strategies, success stories, and recommendations for systemic change.
  • Community Advocacy: Present the Position Paper to regional stakeholders, advocating for the implementation of recommendations and sharing key learnings with the Peel community.
  • Data Analysis: Analyze participant feedback and session outcomes to refine the training approach and ensure continuous improvement.
  • Collaboration: Work closely with RDR staff, community partners, and stakeholders to ensure the successful implementation of the program.
  • Reporting: Maintain accurate records and prepare reports on program activities, outcomes, and impact.

QUALIFICATIONS

The DEI Coordinator will be a critical thinker and energetic self-starter with the following:

  •  A combination of post-secondary education and relevant experience in the human services sector (minimum 2 years)
  • A sound understanding and commitment to anti-racism, anti-oppression, diversity, equity and inclusion framework
  • Lived experience of one of the priority groups, with a deep understanding of the challenges and strengths of Black youth, newcomers, asylum seekers, and refugees in the Peel region.
  • Demonstrated experience working with these communities.
  • Demonstrated interpersonal strengths, solid communication, writing and presentation skills (digital and in person)
  • Strong facilitation, coordination and organizational skills
  • Experience with diverse community outreach and cross-cultural engagement
  • Proven ability to conduct community research and synthesize data into actionable insights.
  • Experience in program adaptation and delivery, particularly in capacity-building initiatives.
  • A critical thinker and flexible doer, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Previous experience working with collaboratives and networks is an asset

Currently based in Mississauga, the DEI Coordinator is expected to travel across the GTA. Candidates must have access to a vehicle; have valid insurance and a valid class G driver’s license. Salary and remuneration is based on education and experience.

HOW TO APPLY

Interested applicants should email a cover letter and resume titled: “Application: DEI Coordinator” by February 28, 2025 to: Email: chair@regionaldiversityroundtable.org

The Regional Diversity Roundtable (RDR) is committed to equitable hiring practices. RDR will make reasonable accommodations, based on any of the human rights protected grounds, to support candidates.

Thank you in advance for your interest. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.