This position is federally funded through Canada Summer Jobs (CSJ).
· As such, the ideal candidate will be a person over the age of 15 and under the age of 30 as a bona fide occupational requirement of this job.
· Another one of the CSJ program objectives is to provide youth who face barriers to employment with access to work opportunities including youth who identify as: Indigenous, Black, racialized, rural/remote, Francophone, 2SLGBTQIA+ and having a disability.
Compass is a non-profit agency. At Compass, we are a culture of caring, learning and purpose. We believe in investing in our people and providing our employees with many opportunities for growth, development and learning. We are working together to create paths with children, youth and families to reach their full potential. We believe in making a positive impact on the lives of others, by genuinely caring about individuals and our community. Our guiding principles shape how we work with our clients, one another, and our partners.
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
The Social Media Specialist is a contract summer position that will work under the direction of the Social Accountability and Corporate Communications Manager and the Communications and Charity Specialist to support the agency’s internal and external communication activities, with a particular focus on youth-led, engaging social media content and exploring the use of AI tools to enhance communication workflows.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Social Media Content Creation & Engagement:
- Develop creative, youth-focused social media content (graphics, short videos, reels, stories, posts) that supports agency priorities, programs, events, and campaigns.
- Collaborate with the Communications and Charity Specialist to align content with the agency’s social media strategy, tone, and branding guidelines.
- Support the planning and scheduling of posts across all platforms (e.g., Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, LinkedIn, X), using approved tools.
- Monitor audience engagement and identify opportunities to strengthen youth engagement and community reach.
- Assist in producing content series that highlight agency initiatives, staff profiles, community partnerships, and youth-centered topics related to mental health and developmental health.
AI-Supported Communications & Innovation
- Explore and test ethical, accessible AI tools that may support communications tasks such as content drafting, visual creation, caption writing, and basic analytics.
- Provide recommendations to the Communications and Charity Specialist on how AI can increase efficiency while maintaining accuracy, confidentiality, and tone.
- Maintain documentation on tools tested, workflow improvements, and best practices to support future communications planning.
Campaign and Project Support:
- Assist in communications activities for agency programs, fundraising initiatives, public events, and community engagement activities.
- Support the development of communication materials such as posters, slides, digital newsletters, and website updates under supervision.
- Contribute ideas for youth-driven campaigns that encourage participation and elevate the agency’s visibility.
- Help coordinate social media components of agency reports, initiatives, or project launches.
Research, Monitoring and Evaluation
- Conduct research on current youth-focused social media trends, mental health communication approaches, and platform innovations to inform strategy.
- Assist with monitoring social media analytics and preparing summary reports to evaluate the performance of content and campaigns.
- Track relevant media or online conversations that relate to the agency’s mission, identifying opportunities or risks to flag to the Communications and Charity Specialist.
Collaboration and Professional Representation:
- Work collaboratively with internal teams to gather information, stories, and materials for content creation.
- Uphold the agency’s communication standards, brand, accessibility requirements, and confidentiality
SKILLS
- Work in a computerized environment, knowledge of Excel and Word
- Maintain sensitive and confidential information
- Assess priorities, analyse and solve problems
- Demonstrate organisational skills and ability to meet deadlines
- Demonstrate the ability to develop a sound appreciation and knowledge of the Agency’s functions and organizational structure
- Possess strong verbal and written communication, preferably in both official languages
- Ability to work collaboratively with other experienced professionals including school boards, colleagues of other health and social service agencies, local politicians, etc.
- Ability to work independently
KNOWLEDGE
- Oral and written proficiency in the English
- Basic knowledge or lived experience of the child welfare and children’s mental health and other social and health services
- Basic understanding of the spectrum of services available to youth and families in the community
- Demonstrated effective interpersonal skills
- Demonstrated leadership skills
- Knowledge and appreciation of issues facing our diverse populations (i.e. Anishinabek cultures, Francophone, Immigrant/Refugee, LGBT2SQ, etc.)
CAPABILITIES
- Required to act in accordance with the agencies principle/values
- Self-Awareness: aware of their own assumptions, values, principles, strengths and limitations
- Manage Self: take responsibility for their own performance and health
- Develop Self: actively seeks opportunities and challenges for personal learning, character building, and growth
- Demonstrate Character: Model qualities such as honesty, integrity, resilience, and confidence
QUALIFICATIONS
- Dedicated to improving outcomes for youth and have an interest and motivation in gaining meaningful skills.
- Motivated self-starter and exhibit a willingness to take on new tasks and actively learn on the job.
- Previous experience in a group facilitation and/or working with youth from various backgrounds is considered an asset.
- The feedback added from the perspective of own personal lived experiences will be a critical and valued aspect of the role.
Successful applicants will be required to:
- Provide proof of eligibility to work in Canada
- Provide a clear Criminal Record Check, including Vulnerable Sector Search
- Preference will be given to bilingual (French/English) candidates
Benefits include:
- Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
- On-site parking (paid by employer)
We offer one of Canada's best pension plans
We are proud to participate in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP), offering our valued employees the security and peace of mind that comes with a defined benefit pension plan. We understand the importance of financial well-being and believe that a strong pension, like HOOPP, recognizes our employees and provides a stable foundation for their future as part of the overall compensation package. Join us and start building a future you can look forward to.
Application Process
Compass is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, inclusive and anti-racist workplace culture where all employees are valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and talents. We recognize that diversity and inclusion are essential to our success and are committed to creating an environment where everyone thrives and is protected from harm.
Compass is an equal opportunity employer and we value the importance of diversity, dignity and worth of every individual in the workplace. Compass is committed to creating a respectful, inclusive and barrier-free workplace that allows all of our people to reach their full potential. A diverse workforce is key to our success. Compass will engage in reasonable workplace accommodation, short of undue hardship, for any successful candidate who has a documented exemption under the Ontario Human Rights Code.
Compass offers accommodation for applicants with disabilities in its recruitment processes. If you are contacted by Compass regarding a job opportunity, please advise prior to the interview if you require accommodation. We welcome all qualified candidates to apply and hope you will choose Compass as your employer of choice.
We request that all applicants submit their cover letter and résumé quoting job posting number #1874 not later than May 29, 2026, clearly indicating how you meet the qualifications by email at [email protected] or at www.compassne.ca.
We thank all applicants however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $21.80 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
