Job Description

Who You Are...

Are you a culturally knowledgeable social services professional committed to building trust-filled relationships using a client-centered and non-judgmental approach to your work? Are you prepared to use your humility and compassion to connect and build rapport with the individuals in a true outreach role? Would you thrive working within a collaborative and integrated team across key programs that serve our diverse client base? Are you ready to identify the individual and collective needs of clients and develop and implement services, programs and activities to address those needs based on an empowerment and harm reduction model?
If so, we may have an opportunity for you...

What You Will Do...

Provide direct outreach services to people living with, affected by and at risk of HIV/AIDS to address issues of personal health and well-being, and to improve access to appropriate community services through a culturally informed lens. Conduct intake and needs assessments to develop client centered approaches to care in community settings, including hospitals and clients' homes to maximize accessibility of services. Provide support to individuals residing at our John Gordon Home program with a primary focus on ensuring individuals are engaged in securing stable housing well before discharge.

What You Will Bring...

A post-secondary degree or diploma in social services, social sciences, or a related field and/or 2 years of work experience in case management, supportive counselling services or a related field. A working knowledge of harm reduction and anti-oppression principles, substance use, addictions, sexual health, sex work and the City of London's "Housing First" approach. A strong knowledge and understanding of the impacts of stigma and oppression on people who are living with, at risk of or impacted by HIV/HCV, may be vulnerable and marginalized, and may be experiencing challenges related to anti-Black and anti-Indigenous racism, mental health, addictions, and homelessness. An enthusiasm for conducting community-based outreach and meeting folks where they are at both emotionally and physically. A strong ability to build rapport with clients and engage with and relate to culturally, linguistically, ethnically, spiritually, racially, and geographically diverse communities. A strong knowledge of community resources and social service agencies in London with the ability to identify and understand intersectional factors that impact the health and wellbeing of diverse communities of people, including the impacts of anti-Black and anti-Indigenous racism. Health education and promotion knowledge and skills, including program development and implementation skills, group facilitation and presentation skills, and community event coordination/delivery and community engagement skills. Excellent interpersonal, communication and problem-solving skills with the ability to deliver effective conflict resolution and crisis intervention techniques. The ability to occasionally work irregular hours such as evenings and weekends in a variety of social and physical settings. A valid driver's license with the regular use of a reliable vehicle for work-related duties is preferred. First Aid/CPR, BLS and Naloxone training are considered an asset. A satisfactory vulnerable sector police check (VSC).

What We Offer...

A supportive and inspiring workplace that has

the courage to do what is right

. A comprehensive group benefits package, including health, dental, vision, EAP, etc. as well as modest retirement benefits. Three weeks of paid vacation annually. Fifteen wellness days annually. A starting salary of $43,500.00.

Who We Are...

Regional HIV/AIDS Connection (RHAC) is a volunteer driven, non-profit, community-based organization serving London and the six surrounding counties - Perth, Huron, Lambton, Elgin, Middlesex and Oxford. We are community inspired and dedicated to positively impacting the lives of individuals and diverse communities living with, at-risk for or affected by HIV/AIDS and Hepatitis C. Our philosophy includes adherence to The Ontario Accord/GIPA (Greater Involvement of People Living with HIV/AIDS), anti-racism/anti-oppression, sex positivity, principles of harm reduction, holistic health and civil society.

RHAC recognizes that a diverse workforce is critical to realizing our vision and accomplishing our mission. Accordingly, we strive to attract, develop, and retain highly-talented employees from diverse backgrounds to meaningfully engage, empower and support the priority communities we connect with and serve. We strongly encourage people living with HIV/HCV, members of African, Caribbean, Black and other racialized communities, members of First Nations, Inuit or Metis communities, members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, people living with disability/disabilities, people living with chronic illnesses, members of diverse faith communities, and people with diverse lived/living experiences (including, but not limited to: with substance use, addiction, sex work, and/or incarceration) to apply. We welcome and encourage you to introduce yourself, your story and your lived/living experiences to your level of comfort in your cover letter.

RHAC is committed to and adheres to the principles of the Ontario Human Rights Code, the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), Employment Standards, the Pay Equity Act, the Occupational Health and Safety Act and all other applicable legislation. We are committed to integration and to removing barriers to accessibility in the workplace. Additionally, we support and encourage applicants on the basis of any of the protected grounds under the Human Rights Code including but not limited to age, gender identity, race, ethnicity, disability, or sexual orientation. RHAC acknowledges that equitable access to employment is an agent in social change.

Applications Instructions

Please provide a resume and cover letter indicating your interest in this role, including where you saw this posting. Please submit your application online through our Indeed job posting or visit our Careers Page at hivaidsconnection.ca/careers for more submission options. The application deadline is June 2, 2025 at 9:00 am.
We appreciate all submissions. Due to the volume of applications, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please.

RHAC is dedicated to maintaining the health and safety of all our staff. Our infection prevention and control strategies include the preference that all staff have received two valid doses of a COVID-19 vaccine.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $43,500.00 per year

Benefits:

Casual dress Dental care Employee assistance program Extended health care Life insurance On-site parking Paid time off Vision care
Schedule:

8 hour shift Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:

London, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2025-06-02