Indigenous Photography Facilitator
East End Community Health Centre
Start Date: July 2026
Location: East End Community Health Centre, 1619 Queen Street East, Toronto ON and various community locations across south east Toronto
Contract length: 16 hours, with the possibility of some additional hours
Position type: Short-term Contract
Salary: $100 per hour
To apply: Please email resume and cover letter to [email protected] with subject line “Indigenous Photography Facilitator”
Deadline to apply: Open until filled
POSITION SUMMARY
East End Community Health Centre (East End CHC) provides primary care, health promotion and disease prevention services to the south-eastern quadrant of central Toronto, Ontario. A unique aspect of our mandate is to reach out to people in our community who may have difficulty accessing health care due to factors such as language, culture, poverty, or the lack of health insurance. We focus on the whole person in our approach and recognize that factors such as income, education, relationships and housing play a role in physical and mental health. We work to enable people to increase the control over the factors that impact their health. We address the determinants of health including social inclusion, social justice and equity, and access to shelter, education, income and employment security, food and a healthy eco-system.
East End CHC is currently looking for an experienced Indigenous-identifying photography facilitator to run a photography group for Indigenous elders (55+) and youth. All camera equipment will be provided, and the groups will encompass both educational (e.g., how to operate professional equipment) and hands-on (e.g., field trip) training. Post-workshop to support in editing, printing, framing, and exhibiting photographic works.
The selected photographer will work closely with the Lead Community Health Worker (CHW) of the Centre, who is also an experienced freelance photographer, to prepare and execute this important project. Date and time to be negotiated based on photographer availability and community consultation.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Lead a hands-on photography workshop for Indigenous elders (55+) and youth by teaching participants key photography skills through education and hands-on learning
- Support in the development of key programming communications, materials and media
- Encourage creativity and confidence through guided activities that fit within a shared photographic vision that relates to Indigenous Storytelling
- Maintain a fun, safe, and positive environment for seniors to openly express themselves through photography
- Help with setup, cleanup, and organizing supplies
- Post-workshop to support in editing, printing, framing, and exhibiting photographic works
QUALIFICATIONS
- Open to Indigenous photographers of all ages
- Photographer must reside in Toronto with the ability to travel to East End CHC
- A deep understanding of Indigenous Storytelling
- A connection to East End Toronto, is an asset
- Second language, relevant to catchment area populations, is an asset
- Experience facilitating arts-based programs, workshops, and/or groups
- At least 5+ years of professional photography experience
- Comprehensive understanding of the artistic process (from concept to finished product)
- Ability to write a formal artist statement
- Knowledge of professional printing, framing, and exhibition of photographic works
- Advanced knowledge and experience using Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop with the ability to teach folks with varying levels of digital literacy
- Active listening skills with a deep understanding of Indigenous Storytelling, leading with empathy and compassion when emotional and/or triggering discussion arise
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively in an interdisciplinary team environment
- Demonstrated ability, commitment to and knowledge of community health care, social determinants of health and health promotion
- Vaccines (COVID-19 and others) are a requirement of the job unless you have an exemption on a medical ground pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code
East End CHC welcomes applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. East End CHC is an equal opportunity employer. We would like to thank all interested candidates; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Learn more about us at: www.eastendchc.on.ca
Pay: $100.00 per hour
Expected hours: 16.0 per week
Benefits:
Application question(s):
- Do you identify as First Nations, Métis and/or Inuk/Inuit? This question is about how you identify yourself (e.g. includes status or non-status)
- Do you have a deep understanding of Indigenous Storytelling, leading with empathy and compassion when emotional and/or triggering discussion arise?
Work Location: In person
