POSITION POSTING: #3331
SERVICE AREA: Administration – Strategic Initiatives/Marketing and Communications
LOCATION: Kerry’s Place Central/Toronto Region – Newmarket/Toronto/Brampton/Orangeville/Guelph/Oshawa
VACANCY TYPE: Existing Vacancy
POSITION STATUS: Temporary Full-Time (Contract ending March 31, 2026; Two weeks’ written notice prior to contract end)
HOURS OF WORK: 37.5 hours per week (Days; Flexibility required)
HOURLY PAY RATE: $28.39 - $35.51 per hour
UNION AFFILIATION: Non-Union
BENEFITS INCLUDED: No – Receive Pay in Lieu of Benefits up to 5% added to each pay
CLOSING DATE: 4:30pm, November 27, 2025
THIS POSITION IS OPEN TO: Internal and External Applicants
Are you looking for a meaningful career full of lifelong learning and everyday adventures?
At Kerry’s Place, we help enhance the quality of life for more than 8000 people with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) each year! Our dedicated team of professionals have become experts in the field through our continuous training and development programs. Get ready for a fun and vibrant career because every day is an adventure at Kerry’s Place!
Why Join our Team?
- Make a Meaningful Difference in Someone’s Life
- Career Development & Internal Growth Opportunities Available
- Various Employer-Paid Training Programs
- Flexible Schedule
- Registered Retirement Savings Plan (optional)
- Employee and Family Assistance Plan
- Corporate Membership discount for Goodlife Fitness
- Employee Recognition and Celebration Programs
- Open and Inclusive Work Environment
About the Role:
Reporting to Director of Marketing Communication Planning, the Digital Marketing Specialist is responsible for planning, executing and measuring Kerry’s Place digital and traditional marketing activities and optimizing the performance of marketing and communications. You will actively collaborate with internal and external business partners to promote multiple programs and services across the organization, and increase brand awareness, demand, engagement, and retention. Responsibilities may include:
- Develop, execute and measure web, search, PPC, email marketing, social media, direct response, and digital ad activities
- Collaborate with internal and external teams to plan and execute marketing and communications requests and projects
- Support the gathering of insights and information, as well as the planning and execution of strategic marketing plans that support brand awareness, demand, engagement, and retention
- Develop and execute email marketing campaigns, internally and externally
- Develop, execute and manage ongoing social media presence and engagement, across all channels. Frequently monitor channels for response, amplify content, and engage with influencers/groups to raise Kerry’s Place profile
- Create and/or contribute to creating compelling content and design for marketing campaigns across all channels and mediums
- Plan, coordinate, execute and maintain effectiveness of regular blogs posts, website updates, e-newsletters, calendars, landing pages, forms, and feedback
- Identify and implement recommendations for SEO and optimizing pay-per-click campaigns
- Support the development and implementation of marketing and communications related projects and activities, as needed
- Measure, analyze and report on performance of digital marketing channels and campaigns, providing insights to help shape future marketing strategies
- Identify trends and insights to optimize marketing performance and spend, and implement recommendations as necessary
- Identify and evaluate conversion and drop-off points in the customer journey and improve user experience across marketing-related channels and funnels
- Manage inventory of print materials and promotional items, supporting regional offices and events with timely deliverables
- Organize and effectively maintain a library of images, content and forms across platforms and mediums
- Manage marketing database, ensuring data is clean and useable, and use of data complies with privacy laws
- Collaborate closely with agencies and other vendors/partners
- Other duties as assigned
Education Qualifications:
- Diploma or degree, or equivalent certifications, in marketing or communications
Knowledge and Experience Requirements:
- Minimum 3-4 years of professional experience in digital marketing
- Thorough understanding of digital marketing platforms and strategies with demonstrated success managing social media, search, email marketing, paid advertising, content development and databases. This includes experience creating and optimizing campaigns, landing pages and user funnels
- Experience pulling, analyzing and summarizing data in a useful, insight-driven format
- Creative and analytical with experience in identifying target audiences and devising digital campaigns that engage, inform, and motivate
- Solid knowledge of digital marketing and analytics tools, including WordPress, Constant Contact, Google AdWords, Google Analytics, Canva, Sprout Social, and social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and X)
- Experience in the Autism or Developmental Services sector is an asset
- Strong customer-focus and commercial awareness
- French language is an asset
Working Conditions/Physical Requirements:
- A valid Driver’s License, with a minimum G2 and access to a reliable vehicle is required
Kerry’s Place is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity and inclusivity in employment and welcomes applications from all qualified persons. Kerry’s Place is also committed to providing accommodations for persons with disabilities. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.
We thank all applicants for your interest in Kerry’s Place Autism Services. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
