About Us

Our Livable Solutions (OLS) is a community-driven organization focused on developing sustainable, compassionate responses to housing insecurity. We work collaboratively with community members, partner agencies, and program participants to create supportive environments that foster stability, wellbeing, and long-term success.

This position is funded through a generous grant from the Community Foundation for Kingston & Area and is a contract role running immediately through November 2026.

Position Overview

The Living Solutions Coordinator (LSC) reports directly to the Executive Director to support and advance a range of community-based initiatives.

This role focuses on program coordination, relationship-building, and continuous improvement across multiple evolving projects. As OLS continues to grow, the LSC will play a key role in supporting both existing and newly developed programs.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and support the day-to-day delivery of community programs and initiatives

• Facilitate participant engagement, including meetings, workshops, and feedback sessions

• Build and maintain relationships with community partners, agencies, and grassroots organizations

• Connect participants with external supports and services, helping to build individualized care networks

• Assist with program development and implementation, adapting to new initiatives as they emerge

• Monitor program outcomes using both quantitative metrics and qualitative feedback

• Conduct check-ins, interviews, and informal evaluations with participants and stakeholders

• Identify areas for improvement and contribute to ongoing program refinement

• Support outreach, recruitment, and awareness efforts for programs

• Maintain accurate records, complete required documentation, and assist with internal reporting

Preferred Qualifications & Skills

• Lived experience with homelessness, mental health challenges, and/or substance use disorder

• Have knowledge of or experience with trauma-informed approaches (or willingness to complete training with OLS)

• Previous experience supporting people exiting homelessness preferred but not required

• Experience supporting people experiencing adversity (homelessness, disability, newcomers to Canada...)

• Knowledge of resources in the community for individuals who are homeless, at risk of homelessness, living in poverty, or living with mental health or addiction challenges;

• Ability to adapt to dynamic environments;

• Ability to integrate harm reduction approaches as appropriate in daily interactions with clients;

• Ability to identify and assess risk and implement strategies which minimize risk to self, the client, and others;

• Ability to provide positive input and adapt to an iterative improvement process.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

• Strong problem solving, conflict resolution and mediation skills;

• Strong technology skills, including experience with Google Workspace

• Marketing and social media experience (asset, not required)

Additional Requirements

• A driver’s licence is not required; however, the successful candidate must demonstrate the ability to travel throughout the city, as the role involves regular attendance at multiple sites

• CPIC (Police Information Check), including Vulnerable Sector Check, is required prior to employment

Who We’re Looking For

We are seeking someone who is:

• Compassionate and community-focused

• Adaptable and comfortable working across evolving programs

• Organized and self-motivated

• Comfortable working both independently and collaboratively

• Committed to making a meaningful impact in the community

Work Schedule

• Part-time (22.5 hours per week, 27 week contract)

• Flexible schedule - Set your own hours, as long as program needs are met

Rate of Pay

$24 per hour

Employment Equity and Accessibility Statement:

OLS is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from individuals from equity-seeking groups such as women, racialized/visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with a disability, persons who identify in the LGBTQ+ community and others who reflect the diversity of Canadian society.

OLS provides support in its recruitment processes to applicants with disabilities, including accommodation that takes into account an applicant's accessibility needs. Candidates requiring accommodation during the recruitment process are asked to contact Our Livable Solutions.

How to Apply

To be considered, please review our website, http://www.ourlivable.solutions then email your resume and a cover letter to hiring@ourlivable.solutions. The cover letter should include:

• How your experiences will strengthen the OLS team.

• Risks related to the Living Solutions Coordinator position which concern you.

• Examples of support you have provided for a person or group.

• Special skills or talents which will help to brighten the OLS team.

OLS will strive to ensure all applicants will be contacted by email to discuss next steps. Interviews may need to be held virtually.