Life Skills Program Coordinator (part-time)

Job summary

The coordinator will facilitate virtual classroom engagement and provide individualized guidance to participants in an employment-readiness program. They are also responsible for coordinating program activities, monitoring participant progress, and managing volunteer workshop facilitators.

Job details

Part-Time | Permanent | Hybrid Tuesday–Thursday (3 days/week) Toronto, ON Are you passionate about helping people overcome barriers to employment and achieve their goals? Ve'ahavta is seeking a compassionate, organized, and engaging Program Coordinator to support participants enrolled in Ve'ahavta Skills Academy (VSA), our employment-readiness training program. In this role, you will be a key source of support and encouragement for adults facing socio-economic barriers as they build skills, confidence, and pathways to meaningful employment. From facilitating virtual classroom engagement to providing individualized guidance and coordinating program activities, you will play an important role in helping participants succeed. Why Join Ve'ahavta? * Competitive salary * Health and dental benefits * Wellness Spending Account * Generous paid time off and office closures for statutory and Jewish holidays * Professional development opportunities * Hybrid work model * Award-winning workplace culture (Non-Profit Employer of Choice 2023, 2024, 2025) * Permanent position with a predictable three-day work week "On my first day of work at Ve'ahavta I felt I had won the lottery. I enjoy my colleagues, believe in the work we are doing, and am constantly stimulated through the culture of growth and development that is Ve'ahavta." — Ve'ahavta Employee About Ve'ahavta Ve'ahavta is a registered non-profit social service organization grounded in the Jewish values of justice, kindness, and responsibility. Through innovative programs and community partnerships, we work to break down barriers, restore dignity, and support individuals experiencing poverty and social exclusion. Learn more at www.veahavta.org. What You'll Do * Support participants throughout their skills development journey, from enrollment to graduation * Foster an engaging and welcoming virtual classroom environment * Facilitate discussions, icebreakers, check-ins, and other participant engagement activities * Provide encouragement, guidance, and technical support to participants and volunteer facilitators * Monitor attendance, participation, and participant progress * Coordinate program activities including orientations, interviews, graduations, and special events * Maintain participant records and support program reporting and evaluation * Assist with the recruitment, scheduling, and support of volunteer workshop facilitators * Collaborate closely with colleagues to ensure a positive and impactful participant experience What You'll Bring * Post-secondary education in Social Services, Social Sciences, Adult Education, Community Development, or a related field * 1–2 years (minimum) of experience working with vulnerable or marginalized populations * Experience facilitating groups, workshops, or adult learning environments * Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build trust with diverse participants * Excellent communication and organizational abilities * Empathy, patience, and sound judgment when supporting individuals facing complex challenges * Comfort learning and using technology, online learning platforms, and virtual meeting tools * A proactive, flexible, and solutions-oriented approach Assets * Experience with Zoom, online learning platforms, databases, or project management systems * Experience coordinating volunteers * Experience in employment, workforce development, community services, or nonprofit settings Additional information All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a Criminal Record Check. Annual Salary: $31,000- $34,000 (equivalent of $52,000-$56,000 for full time) We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. As a Jewish organization with a diverse and inclusive team from all faiths and backgrounds, Ve'ahavta values respect, inclusivity, responsibility, and empathy. We welcome applicants of all faiths, backgrounds, sexual orientations, gender identities, races, and ages. This role is for an existing vacancy. Ve'ahavta does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to make or inform hiring decisions.

What you’ll do

The coordinator will facilitate virtual classroom engagement and provide individualized guidance to participants in an employment-readiness program. They are also responsible for coordinating program activities, monitoring participant progress, and managing volunteer workshop facilitators.

Requirements

Candidates must have post-secondary education in Social Services, Adult Education, or a related field. A minimum of 1-2 years of experience working with vulnerable populations and strong group facilitation skills are required.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Health and dental benefits
• Wellness Spending Account
• Paid time off
• Professional development opportunities

Listed skills

• social services · Preferred
• Group Facilitation · Preferred
• case management · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Technical Support · Preferred
• Project management · Preferred
• Conflict Resolution · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Social services
• Adult education
• Group facilitation
• Workshop facilitation
• Participant engagement
• Case management
• Communication
• Organizational skills
• Technical support
• Volunteer coordination
• Database management
• Project management
• Empathy
• Conflict resolution
• Virtual classroom management
• Discussion Facilitation
• Patience
• Organizational Skills
• Time Off Management
• Solution-Oriented
• Zoom (Video Conferencing Tool)
• Compassion
• Virtual Classroom
• Adult Education
• Artificial Intelligence
• Social Work
• Community Development
• Higher Education
• Innovation
• Interpersonal Communications
• Learning Platforms
• Project Management
• Relationship Building
• Social Sciences
• Workforce Development
• Scheduling

Job areas

• Social Services
• Education
• Human Resources
• Administrative
• Life Skills Coordinator
• Program Coordinator
• Policy and Planning Managers
• Managers, All Other