Social Activities Worker

JOB POSTING

SOCIAL ACTIVITIES WORKER

FH SAW

Fife House Foundation

Location: 490 Sherbourne Street

Shift Rotation: 10 am to 6 pm, Wednesday to Sunday

Salary: $24.00 per hour

Union/Non-Union: Unionized

Reports to: Program Manager, Community Engagement and Volunteer

Fife House is an innovative, client-focused provider of secure and supportive affordable housing and services to people living with HIV/AIDS in the Greater Toronto Area. With approximately 110 staff working across 6 locations, in , Fife House served more than 850 residents and clients by providing supportive and transitional housing programs as well as outreach programs to homeless clients and their families.

Fife House understands that historically marginalized groups in our communities often encounter particular barriers to full access and participation. We, therefore, commit to actively dismantling all forms of racism and systemic oppression with GIPA/MEPA at the forefront, including in our own organization and across governance structures. As a settler agency, Fife House stands in solidarity with Indigenous and Black Peoples across Turtle Island and recognizes our role in reconciliation and healing.

Fife House is seeking a dedicated individual to fill the role of Social Activities Worker position who will work across a number of our programs. As a member of the team, the Social Activities Worker will work with the Community Engagement and Volunteer Program Manager to develop and implement a diverse range of social activities for Fife House residents/clients across service locations, in alignment with unique program needs and fulfillment of relevant funding deliverables.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Activity Planning and Coordination

●Social recreation planning, with the ability to develop and implement social activities that enhance dailyliving.

●Works with the Community Engagement and Volunteer Program Manager to develop and implement adiverse range of social activities tailored to the interests and needs of tenants.

●Collaborate with tenants to gather input and feedback on desired activities.

●Schedule and promote events to ensure maximum participation.

Event Organization and Facilitation

●The ability to lead and facilitate social activities, ensuring a welcoming and inclusive environment.

●Skills in workshop development and delivery.

●Experience in assisting participants/tenants in participating in activities and providing support asneeded.

●Monitor and evaluate the success of activities/events and adjust for future activities to meet the needsof the community.

Community Engagement

●Foster relationships with local organizations and community groups to enhance activity offerings.

●Ability to enhance programs and services.

Support and Assistance

●Provide emotional support and companionship to participants/tenants during activities.

●Assist tenants with mobility or other needs to ensure their full participation.

Qualifications

●The Social Activities worker is a dedicated position for people who identify as a Person Living withHIV/AIDS.

●Experience in social work, community engagement, social recreation, or a related field.

●Knowledge of Harm Reduction.

●Experience in developing and implementing social activities to enhance daily living and fostercommunity engagement.

●Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

●Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

●Compassionate and patient demeanour.

ASSET:

●Knowledge of HIV infection in the current context, including the impact of stigma and discrimination

●Experience working with people who come from diverse racial, gender, ethnic, and culturalbackgrounds and who have experienced varying degrees of mental health, social isolation, andsubstance use

●Knowledge of Non-Violent Crisis Intervention and skill training

●Comfortable with light cleaning and groundskeeping

●Food Handlers Certification

●Naloxone Training

Skills

●Organizational and time management skills.

●Creativity in planning engaging activities.

●Problem-solving skills to address any challenges that arise during events.

●Microsoft 365

Work Environment

●The position is based at Fife House, which provides a supportive and inclusive atmosphere for bothstaff and tenants.

●Flexibility in working hours may be required to accommodate various activities and events.

FIFE HOUSE is committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity, and inclusion in our living and work environments. We know that diversity underpins excellence and that we all share responsibility for creating an equitable, diverse, and inclusive community. In pursuit of our values, we seek members who will work respectfully and constructively with differences and across levels of power.

We actively encourage applications from members of groups with historical and/or current barriers to equity, including, but not limited to:

●Persons living with HIV/AIDS

●First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples, and all other Indigenous peoples;

●Members of groups that commonly experience discrimination due to race, ancestry,colour, religion and/or spiritual beliefs, or place of origin;

●Persons with visible and/or invisible (physical and/or mental) disabilities;

●Persons who identify as women; and

●Persons of marginalized sexual orientations, gender identities, and gender expressions.

We recognize that many of these identities intersect and that, therefore, equity, diversity, and inclusion can be complex. We value the contributions that each person brings and are committed to ensuring full and equal participation for all in our community.

Fife House is an equal opportunity employer committed to being a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are committed to employing in accordance with the Canadian Human Rights Act and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Any assessment and selection materials or processes used during the recruitment process will be available in an accessible format to applicants with disabilities, upon request. If contacted for an interview, please notify the Recruiter if you require any disability-related accommodations.

Accommodations are available upon request for candidates participating in all aspects of the selection process.

To Apply:

●Applications will be accepted until 5th January,2026

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

For more information about Fife House, visit

Human Resources

Email:

Fife House Head Office

490 Sherbourne St, 2nd Fl

Toronto ON M4Y 1K9

Fax:

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $24.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Dental care
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person