Main Responsibilities:
· Develop and distribute engaging content including public education and awareness materials on childhood sexual abuse (CSA) through Heartwood’s website, newsletters, social media, and community outreach.
· Coordinate and support the delivery of workshops, webinars, and educational sessions, including Foundation Building Webinars and Responding to Disclosures of Childhood Sexual Abuse training.
· Assist with the ongoing development, evaluation, and improvement of educational programming, resources, and impact measurement tools.
· Support scheduling, coordination, and community requests related to workshops, presentations, and outreach activities.
· Build and maintain relationships with community organizations, partners, and service providers to strengthen collaboration and awareness of Heartwood’s services.
· Represent Heartwood at community events, resource fairs, and networking opportunities.
· Contribute to the organization’s communications planning to ensure timely promotion of public education initiatives and events.
· Engage and collaborate with staff and facilitators in the co-development and delivery of public education opportunities.
· Coordinate organization involvement in community events and causes such as Pride, Red Dress Day, Orange Shirt Day, etc.
· Provide regular updates, reporting, and progress summaries to the Community Program Manager.
Qualifications:
- Post-secondary degree in social work, education, communications, or related field (or equivalent lived/work experience). Combinations of relevant education and diverse experiences will be considered.
- Experience (paid or volunteer) in community outreach, education, communications, or non-profit work is an asset.
- Demonstrates knowledge of harm reduction, impacts of colonization, mental health, gender-based violence, and trauma related to childhood sexual abuse.
- Working knowledge of a wide range of healing approaches from diverse worldviews.
- Prioritizes anti-oppressive practice and demonstrates self-awareness in this area.
- Strong organizational, planning, and time management skills.
- Non-judgemental and accepting attitude with the ability to maintain client confidentiality.
- Strong communication and facilitation skills.
- Computer skills: Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams. Experience with Canva an asset.
- Satisfactory Criminal Record Check and Child Abuse Registry Check.
- Access to transportation and driver's licence is preferred
Why Work at Heartwood Healing Centre?
In addition to joining a caring, compassionate team with a strong sense of advocacy and a passion for quality care, Heartwood Healing Centre provides their employees with many great benefits, including:
· Parking.
· 4 weeks vacation to start.
· Additional personal days and days off during the holiday season.
· Paid sick time.
· Monday to Friday schedule.
· Defined Benefits Pension Plan.
· Group Insurance Plan.
· Exceptional learning and development opportunities.
Heartwood Healing Centre recognizes the importance of and values flexibility and adaptability. If this role is of interest to you, but full-time work, qualifications, or other details in the posting don’t fully match what you’re looking for – please still reach out to discuss possible adaptations. We want great people, and that sometimes means breaking the mold of specific hiring strategies.
Anticipated Start Date: As Soon As Possible
**Note: this is a term position until March 31, 2028, with the possibility for extension should funds allow**
Closing Date: June 25th, 2026
Submit Resume and Cover Letter to: Community Program Manager
Heartwood Healing Centre
104 Roslyn Road, Winnipeg, MB, R3L 0G6
Email: [email protected]
Subject Line: Public Education & Outreach Coordinator
Heartwood Healing Centre values many perspectives and ways of knowing and is committed to diversifying its workforce. We encourage Black, Indigenous, and people of colour; newcomers; people with differing abilities; individuals with lived experience; and those who identify as 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-declare in their cover letter.
Pay: From $55,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Dental care
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care
Work Location: In person
