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The Congregation of Jesus / Loretto Sisters had its beginnings in Canada in 1847. It is a women’s religious congregation dedicated to serving God by enriching the lives of God’s people through works of education, spirituality and justice. In 2026 it has two sponsored ministries (Loretto Maryholme and Mary Ward Centre), and many other individual ministries.

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The Congregation of Jesus is civilly incorporated in Canada under the name “The Loretto Ladies’ Colleges and Schools” and is a registered non-profit charitable organization.

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COMMUNITY ANIMATOR – PRESENTATION MANOR: POSITION DESCRIPTION

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A. Position Summary The Community Animator provides human, spiritual and administrative support to the Loretto Sisters living at Presentation Manor.

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At all times maintains the confidentiality and privacy of Sisters and their information.

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B. Duties and Responsibilities

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Human and Spiritual support and activities:

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- Human and spiritual centered support: presence to all Loretto Sisters, especially those more isolated or in need of care.n
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- Facilitate prayer and other spiritual opportunities and conversation, as desired.n
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- Support Sisters to do what they can to contribute to community life, but do what is needed so that they are not burdened; support their freedom to choose what they wish to engage inn
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- Receive reports, question or concerns from health care team at Presentation Manor, and CRS and relaying these to Region Leadership.n
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- Facilitate and assist Sisters in keeping connected with familyn
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- Welcome involvement of volunteers / Associates, as opportunities arisen

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nAdministrative support:n

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- Office and admin support, including up-to-date files and security of samen
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- Administering and reconciling Petty Cash fund and taxi vouchersn
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- Ordering and monitoring of health and personal care suppliesn
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- Event planning including booking of rooms and food service (e.g. birthdays, funerals, informal gatherings, Region celebrations and meetings)n
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- Support and manage preparation of funerals.



Communicate with CJ Region Leader; liaise with funeral parlour, CJ Admin Assistant, the deceased Sister’s family, PM chapeln
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nCommunication and Relationships – with:n

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- CJ Region Leader and team especially as regards Sisters, hospitalisation, other treatmentn
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- Collaborates with Presentation Manor Health Care Team and Canadian Religious Stewardship (CRS); advocates for care of Sisters as neededn
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- CJ admin and finance officesn
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nOther Duties - as assigned, or as needed.n

Authority

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- Reports to Executive Director and CJ Region Leader
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nQualifications, Skills and Abilitiesn

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- Demonstrate high professional ethics, discretion, and respect for confidentialityn
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- Ability to work in a team and maintain harmonious interpersonal relationships. Demonstrate planning, organizational, and listening skills; act appropriately in stressful situations
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- An interest in the charism, spirituality, and history of the IBVM/CJ; willingness to learn.n
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- Training in gerontology, end-of-life care, and social and spiritual support is an asset.n
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- Appreciation of and experience in spirituality and pastoral care is an asset.n
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- Some technology skills – basic support for Zoom and/or mobile devices (tablets, smartphones)n
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nA. Working Conditionsn

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- Presentation Manor, 61 Fairfax Crescent, Scarborough ON M1L 1Z7n
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- Monday to Friday - flexible hours; occasional evening/weekend work may be requiredn
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- Permanent modified position of 22.5 hours / week (i.e. 4.5 hours per day)n
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- Salary Range: $28.21-$31.79 per hour, plus Perksn
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- Start date: to be negotiated
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nA criminal background check will be required of the successful applicant.nApplication Deadline: Wednesday, May 20thn

Submit your letter of intent, resume and references to Dolores Kwapien at [email protected]

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We thank all applicants for their interest in this position. Only selected applicants will be contacted for an interview.

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Pay: $28.21-$31.79 per hour

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Benefits

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- Company pension
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- Employee assistance program
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- Extended health care
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- Flexible schedule
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- Life insurance
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nWork Location: In person

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📌 Community Animator - Presentation Manor (Scarborough)
🏢 The Loretto Ladies' Colleges and Schools
📍 Scarborough