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LOFT Community Services

LOFT Community Services

www.loftcs.org

4 Jobs

469 Employees

About the Company

When people with mental and physical health challenges, addiction issues or cognitive impairment find themselves marginalized, vulnerable and homeless or threatened with homelessness, LOFT is ready to offer dignity and hope. LOFT steps up to serve those most in need by offering them the safety and stability of housing and the practical support they need to regain their dignity and take control of their lives. Our clients include women and men, youth, adults and seniors. We currently serve some 4,000 individuals a year and because of our proactive approach, that number continues to grow. We are one of the largest mental health service providers in Ontario and unique in the diversity of our services. We are also the largest supportive housing provider in York Region/South Simcoe and we operate the Region's only homeless street outreach van. LOFT Community Services promotes recovery and independence for people with complex challenges including serious mental health challenges, dementia, substance abuse issues, physical health challenges and homelessness or the risk of becoming homeless. We have been doing this work since 1953, reaching out to serve those who often fall through the cracks. When people have nowhere else to turn, LOFT is there for them. LOFT takes a proactive approach to addressing community challenges, responding to the evolving needs of the day with innovative programming that seeks to empower our clients to be able to take back control of their lives.

Listed Jobs

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LOFT Community Services
Job Title
Research Assistant_FT-Contract
Job Description
**Job Title** Research Assistant – Full‑Time Contract **Role Summary** Provide research, evaluation, and data analysis support for evidence‑informed practice initiatives. Collaborate with the Quality and Service Excellence team to collect, clean, and analyze data, develop logic models and evaluation frameworks, and disseminate findings to internal and external stakeholders. **Expectations** - Work a 12‑month contract, hybrid schedule (office/remote). - Travel to program sites as required. - Maintain high data quality and ethical compliance. - Contribute to continuous improvement and knowledge mobilization. **Key Responsibilities** - Conduct literature reviews, environmental scans, and needs assessments. - Develop logic models, theories of change, and evaluation frameworks. - Design and implement pilot initiatives (e.g., measurement‑based care). - Prepare ethics submissions, reports, grant applications, and conference materials. - Collect, organize, and clean qualitative and quantitative data from surveys, interviews, and administrative datasets. - Perform basic statistical analysis (descriptive, trend) and data visualization using Excel, SPSS, or R. - Assist with staff training on quality and service excellence practices. - Support data governance, accreditation documentation, and performance record maintenance. - Create and distribute accessible research outputs (infographics, summaries, newsletters). **Required Skills** - Proficiency in research methodology (qualitative, quantitative, mixed methods). - Basic data analysis skills in SPSS, R, or NVivo. - Strong written and verbal communication; ability to prepare reports and presentations. - Microsoft Office Suite proficiency (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). - Organizational and project management abilities. - Reliable vehicle and willingness to travel. **Required Education & Certifications** - Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, Public Health, Education, or a related social science discipline. - 1–2 years of research, evaluation, or data support experience (community or healthcare setting). ---
Toronto, Canada
Hybrid
04-11-2025
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LOFT Community Services
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Project Manager_FT-Contract
Job Description
Job Title: Project Manager (Full-Time Contract) Role Summary Responsible for planning, implementing, and evaluating projects that support organizational priorities and quality improvement initiatives within a large mental health service provider. Leads cross‑functional teams to deliver new or evolving services, manage risks, and ensure quality integration and client outcome improvements. Expactations - Deliver projects on schedule, within scope, and to agreed quality standards. - Act as a reliable point of contact for sponsors and stakeholders. - Maintain accurate project documentation and status reporting. - Collaborate effectively with internal units and external partners. Key Responsibilities - Develop project charters, work plans, KPIs, and other deliverables using organizational templates. - Define project vision, goals, objectives, and requirements in partnership with stakeholders. - Manage timelines, resources, risk, and issue resolution. - Facilitate stakeholder communication through presentations, briefing notes, and regular updates. - Oversee project activities, including scheduling, follow‑ups, and collaborative meetings. - Ensure project outputs align with organizational quality and integration standards. Required Skills - Minimum 5 years of proven project management experience, including change management and stakeholder engagement. - Strong written and oral communication skills. - Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). - Ability to exercise sound judgment, flexibility, and creativity in dynamic situations. - Demonstrated interpersonal skills for working with diverse populations and partners. - Ability to travel within Toronto and nearby sites as needed. Required Education & Certifications - Post‑secondary degree in Health Administration or a related field (preferred). - Project Management Professional (PMP) certification (preferred). ---
Toronto, Canada
On site
Mid level
26-11-2025
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Coordinator_FT-Contract
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**Job title:** Coordinator **Role Summary:** Lead daily operations and service delivery for a community housing and mental‑health service. Coordinate site management, staff, and client programs while ensuring compliance with safety, regulatory, and quality standards. **Expectations:** - Provide effective oversight and support to the service team. - Deliver high‑quality client care and promote resident empowerment. - Maintain regulatory compliance (e.g., health & safety, fire codes). - Manage site resources, finances, and documentation. - Foster collaboration with external partners and community services. **Key Responsibilities:** 1. Oversee site management, including health & safety, maintenance, and security. 2. Plan and deliver personalized programming, coaching, and support for residents. 3. Advocate for clients in navigating social services, healthcare, and other resources. 4. Mediate conflicts among clients, residents, and neighbors. 5. Recruit, schedule, train, and manage performance of direct service staff. 6. Develop, implement, and monitor operating procedures and compliance with property standards and codes. 7. Coordinate equipment, supplies, repair requests, and petty cash. 8. Maintain accurate service records, incident reports, and financial documentation. 9. Participate in service planning, quality improvement, and program evaluation activities. 10. Identify service gaps and recommend improvements. 11. Organize and facilitate resident meetings, group activities, and events. 12. Perform other duties as directed by the Program Manager. **Required Skills:** - Leadership and staff management. - Knowledge of harm reduction, psychosocial rehabilitation, and therapeutic relationships. - Program development, planning, and evaluation. - Conflict resolution, advocacy, and crisis intervention. - Intake assessment and problem‑solving. - Excellent interpersonal, communication, and counseling abilities. - Analytical, time‑management, and organizational skills. - Computer literacy (file, record, and statistical reporting). **Required Education & Certifications:** - Degree or diploma in health care, social services, or related field. - Minimum 5 years of relevant community support experience in mental health. - Valid Ontario driver’s license (preferred). ---
Toronto, Canada
On site
Mid level
23-12-2025
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Peer Support Worker_PT-Contract
Job Description
**Job Title** Peer Support Worker – PT Contract **Role Summary** Provides peer-to-peer support for youth aged 12‑25 in recovery from mental health and addiction challenges. Uses lived experience to guide clients through the recovery journey, facilitate group sessions, and coordinate care within the community. **Expectations** - Work 20 hrs per week, including evenings and Saturdays as required. - Participate in ongoing training, supervision, and program development. - Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of local resources and referral pathways. - Uphold confidentiality, ethical standards, and cultural humility. **Key Responsibilities** 1. Accompany clients to community appointments and support their goal‑setting, problem‑solving, and emotional needs. 2. Facilitate or co‑facilitate mental‑health, recovery, and treatment groups for youth. 3. Provide 1:1 peer support, building a trusting, collaborative relationship with each client. 4. Collaborate with caseworkers, program staff, and community partners to ensure seamless service delivery. 5. Assist with drop‑in programs, perform light prep and clean‑up of group spaces, and complete documentation. 6. Contribute to program development, evaluation, and improvement activities. 7. Engage in supervisory meetings and teamwork, offering backup support to peers as needed. **Required Skills** - Completion of formal peer training program. - Strong interpersonal & communication skills, with the ability to build rapport and model recovery. - Knowledge of mental health and addiction systems, local community resources, and recovery principles. - Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment. - Problem‑solving, conflict resolution, and goal‑setting abilities. - Proficiency with basic computer software. - Flexibility for weekend and evening work. - Physical ability to assist clients and travel up to 20 % of the time. - Knowledge or experience with Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is an advantage. **Required Education & Certifications** - High School diploma or equivalent. - Peer support certification or completion of a recognized peer‑training course. - Current First Aid/CPR certification (preferred).
Toronto, Canada
On site
25-12-2025