Employment Opportunities at Optimism Place
CURRENT POSTINGS
FRONTLINE COUNSELLOR:
At Optimism Place, we believe in a world where all women and children can live free from violence and abuse.
Are you committed to ending the cycle of abuse through prevention, education, and advocacy? Are you passionate about providing non-judgmental, empowering support to women who are fleeing intimate partner violence?
If this sounds like you, we invite you to consider joining our team!
Work With Us!
We provide emergency shelter, counselling, advocacy, and wraparound support for women and children experiencing domestic violence in Perth County. We’re committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and empowering environment for all.
Our team is made up of caring, dedicated professionals who share a commitment to ending gender-based violence and supporting survivors in their healing journey. Together, we work toward a safer, more equitable community.
Who We Are:
Why Apply to Work at Optimism Place?
Every day, our team:
Walks alongside survivors during some of their most difficult moments - with compassion, care, and professionalism.
Advocates for systemic change that addresses the root causes of violence and oppression.
Builds strong, trusting relationships with each other, our clients, and our community partners.
Celebrates small wins, supports each other through challenges, and shares a sense of purpose that fuels our work.
We are proud to foster a culture of empathy, accountability, and continued learning. Your ideas are valued, your work matters, and your growth is supported.
Optimism Place is committed to equity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates including women, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities and Indigenous persons, individuals of diverse gender and sexual orientation and all groups protected by the Human Rights Code.
In alignment with its commitment to equity, Optimism Place values diversity and provides a positive and supportive environment. Optimism Place offers reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities to participate in the recruitment process.
Equity & Inclusion: