We’re excited to be a growing part of the local community and able to offer employment to women committed to working within feminist principles to make the world a safer place for all genders.
We are committed to offering permanent employment and the contracts recently posted are no indication of an attempt to avoid meaningful employment. LCIHCS is providing our staff the opportunity to explore new roles with the right to revert to previously held positions.
Check out our most recent postings:
Community Engagement Coordinator
This is a full time (35.0 hours per week) position starting October 2026.
The Community Engagement Coordinator is responsible for enhancing the organization’s visibility, community presence, and stakeholder engagement through effective communications, public education, outreach, and digital engagement strategies. This role develops and delivers communication initiatives that promote organizational programs, services, events, and impact while fostering meaningful relationships with community members, partners, funders, volunteers, and other stakeholders.
Community Engagement, Awareness, and Advocacy
- Serve as a key liaison between LCIHCS and the community.
- Build and maintain credibility in the community as a spokesperson for the organization.
- Advocate for the organization’s mission and goals within the community.
- Represent the organization at community events, meetings, and public forums. Public Education and Training
- Workshop development & facilitation: create and deliver workshops on healthy relationships, consent, bystander intervention, and the dynamics of violence, tailoring content for diverse audiences (youth, professionals, community groups).
- Campaign implementation: lead or participate in campaigns such as Take Back the Night, 16 Days of Activism, or internal initiatives like See it Name it Change it.
- Content Creation and Campaign Management
- Research, create, and manage content for existing public education and new awareness campaigns.
- Create and manage content for the organization’s website, media releases, brochures, and social media platforms that aligns with feminist principles and agency mission.
- Analyze social media analytics and stay updated on trends in order to engage with the community.
- Build and maintain partnerships with community organizations, experts, and educators. Focus on reaching out to schools and engaging with youth to educate them about healthy relationships, consent, and violence prevention.
- Deliver age-appropriate content and facilitate discussions to empower youth to make informed choices.
- Bachelor’s degree or College Diploma in a relevant field (e.g., social work, public relations, education, or History of successful engagement with schools and youth to educate them on topics like healthy relationships, consent, and violence prevention similar , and/or related job experience.
- 5+ years of experience in community engagement, public education, and violence prevention.
- An understanding of issues related to violence, domestic violence, sexual assault, or similar topics.
- Strong research skills to stay informed about current trends in violence prevention and victim support.
- Familiarity with using social media and online platforms for campaign management and public outreach.
- Familiarity and experience working from a trauma informed, harm reduction approach.
- Knowledge of community resources.
- Excellent Communication Skills (oral and written)
- Current Vulnerable Sector Check
- Current First Aid Training
- Valid Driver’s Licence
Hours: 35.0 hours per week.
Rate: $31.71 per hour – unionized position
Probationary period of 3 months. Benefits commence upon successful completion of probationary period.
Family Court Support Worker
This is an 18 month contract (35.0 hours per week) starting October, 2026
Lanark County Interval House and Community Support is a shelter and support network for women and children who are navigating, fleeing, or dealing with abuse or violence.
The Family Court Support Worker (FCSW) provides support to victims of family violence who are navigating the family court process. The worker is responsible for assisting service users with preparing for and navigating the family court system and process. Additionally, the Family Court Support Worker collaborates and advocates with other agencies, maintains records and participates in team collaboration.
RESPONSIBILITIES / ACCOUNTABILITIES
Direct Service
• Receive referrals from community-based organizations and the internal agency.
• Assess the client’s situation, gather relevant information, and develop a plan tailored to their needs.
• Prioritize cases based on the urgency of the situation.
• Provide clients with direct support, information, referrals, and guidance to keep them well informed and adequately prepared throughout their family court proceedings.
• Develop and implement safety plans for clients, encompassing safety measures not only for court appearances but also within their communities and homes.
• Conduct meetings with clients using various platforms, such as phone, video calls, or in-
person, depending on individual preferences or accessibility.
• Engage in outreach activities to accommodate clients in diverse locations and situations.
• Collaborate with other community agencies, including family and children’s services.
Family Court Navigation and Support
• Maintain working relationships with legal counsel and court workers.
• Assist clients in connecting to and navigating the Legal Aid system.
• Attending meetings with lawyers to provide support, assisting clients to comprehend the legal aspects of their cases.
• Accompany clients to court during family court proceedings.
• Understand the various court documents and timelines involved in family court proceedings.
Administration, Documentation and Reporting
• Maintain accurate and confidential client records, progress notes and program related data.
• Stay up to date with the latest developments in family law, including researching specific cases and legal requirements.
• Maintain registration with Luke’s Place and participate in training.
• Provide regular updates to supervisors and participate in supervision as required.
• Complete and deliver annual reporting as required.
POSITION RELATED QUALIFICATIONS (TECHNICAL, EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE)
• Bachelor’s degree or College Diploma in a related field or related experience.
• 2-5 years of experience in a social service role, preferably working with women and children impacted by violence.
• Familiarity with a feminist and anti-oppressive approach.
• Familiarity and experience working from a trauma informed, harm reduction approach.
• Knowledge of the Canadian Legal System.
• Strong interpersonal, communication and coordination skills.
• Knowledge of community resources, government support programs and the legal system.
• Flexibility and adaptability to accommodate the unique needs of each client and non-
judgmental and empathetic approach.
• Strong organizational and administrative skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with colleagues and community resources.
Hours: 35.0 hours per week.
Rate: $31.71 per hour – unionized position
Probationary period of 3 months.
We thank all applicants for their interest but only those considered for an interview will be contacted.
Female only relying on provisions of Section 23 of Humans Rights Act in setting the restriction.
Lanark County Interval House strongly encourages women from diverse communities, including, but not limited to, Indigenous women, women of color and women with disabilities to apply.
If you are interested in this position and feel that you have the experience, knowledge, capacity, skills and would be good fit for this position, please submit a cover letter and resume to:
tess.powter@lcih.com by 4:00 PM October 1st, 2026. Please indicate – Family Court Support Worker in the subject line.
