Job Description

Community Engagmenent Worker

(24 hours/week, Contract to November 2026)

Who We are:

Langs is a grass-roots neighbourhood-based organization that has become so much more! Langs was established as a community development project in 1978 by a group of citizens and service providers concerned about the lack of accessible services in the community. Langs has grown to become a dynamic, respected multi-service organization that uses a community development approach to provide comprehensive health, social and recreational services that are responsive to the changing needs of our community.

What We are Looking For:

We are currently recruiting for a Community Engagement Worker to join our Community Services team for a part-time position. This role is responsible for designing, implementing, and evaluating community services programs to generate and maintain participant engagement within the organization.

A successful candidate in this role would have

Undergraduate degree or diploma in a health or social science discipline or combination of some post-secondary education and significant experience in community development and/or program development.

3-5 years' experience in human services and/or recreation in a community setting.

In-depth knowledge and experience in community development and prevention strategies for multiple age groups.

Staff and volunteer supervision experience.

Highly developed program planning, group work, and facilitation skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Thorough knowledge and proficiency in program development, delivery and evaluation

Working knowledge of health promotion, and the community health centre model would be an asset.

Proficient in the use of computers and various software applications

Safe Food Handling Certificate

Valid driver's license and access to a vehicle. Willingness and ability to obtain F-class license

In this role you will be expected to complete the following tasks

Plan, facilitate, and evaluate social and educational programs for children, youth, adults, older adults, and families in the Grow community.

Design and deliver special events and workshops aligned with community needs and Langs' strategic priorities.

Conduct community needs assessments (e.g., surveys, focus groups) to inform responsive programming.

Ensure programs adhere to organizational guidelines and safety standards for facility use.

Provide outreach to residents to raise awareness of available programs and support recreational activities across all Langs locations as needed.

Liaise with community agencies and partners to implement and support decentralized services and special projects.

Represent Langs on external committees and collaborative initiatives.

Supervise, train, and support Peer Workers, Leaders in Training, volunteers, and placement students.

Facilitate leadership development in residents and volunteers to support program planning and implementation.

Engage residents in collaborative processes with community partners and external planning bodies.

Prepare administrative, statistical, and program reports, and assist in the development of promotional materials and community presentations.

Support and participate in planning and execution of special events, including the Holiday Dinner, Picnic, Annual General Meeting, and Grow-specific initiatives.

Participate in internal and external training sessions and maintain professional development.

Complete other duties as required.

What We Can Offer You:

Langs is an organization where people belong. Langs is committed to promoting Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Access for all our staff, patients, participants, and volunteers. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. Langs strives for an inclusive environment centred on employee wellbeing and supportive leadership.

Don't meet every requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of colour hesitate to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Langs, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification please apply and share in your cover letter why you believe you are the right candidate.

The successful candidate would be eligible for the following benefits:

Starting Salary of $21.83-$26.11 hourly.

3 Weeks paid vacation

10 Sick/Personal Days per year

10 Professional Development days per year

Enrolment in Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)

Comprehensive Extended Health and Dental Care Plan including a $1000 Healthcare Spending Account.

Candidates are required to submit detailed cover letter along with their resume by

October 9, 2025

Candidates requiring accommodation to participate should contact Human Resources to communicate any

accommodation needs.

Job Types: Part-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12 months

Pay: $21.83-$26.11 per hour

Expected hours: 24 per week

Benefits:

Casual dress Company pension Dental care Extended health care Paid time off
Experience:

Community Programming: 2 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person