Garden Café Members and Staff
• Prepares and serves healthy and affordable meals for a daily lunch and snacks throughout the day.
• Responsible for all aspects of the running of a café including, meal planning, grocery shopping, service and cleanup.
• Work in the Digital Media Studio, including producing videos, recoding podcasts and creating promotional materials.
• Maintain the building and grounds, such as gardening, lawn care and snow removal.
Clerical Members and Staff
• Responsible for all aspects of clerical and administrative work.
- including handling all incoming calls, bank deposits and financial reports, typing, faxing, filing, shredding and mail processing.
• Collect, analyze and report statistics for our funders.
• Prepare and publish a Newsletter.
• Manage and update all Social Media including Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
• Train tour guides and organize tours for perspective members and community partners.
Employment
At Oak Centre we provide people living with mental illness a smooth
transition into the workplace. Collaborating with partners in the
business community, Oak Centre is able to give people the chance to work
in the competitive job market, receive the
support they need to stay on the job, get paid a competitive wage and most
importantly build their self-confidence.
Education
Oak Centre offers a variety of supported education initiatives both within
the Clubhouse and throughout the community to help you return to school or
finish a degree.
Young Adults
For individuals between the ages of 18-30 Oak Centre offers an opportunity to connect
with someone of the same age. Young adults have found a safe and welcoming space to engage with
peers in an exciting intergenerational program at Oak Centre.
Health and Wellness
Oak Centre offers many health and wellness initiatives that help members feel
physically and mentally healthy, offering choices for a balanced diet and maintaining
healthy lifestyle.
Housing
Open to all Oak Centre members, our Supported Housing program provides access to safe,
affordable accommodation in close proximity to the Clubhouse.
Social Recreation
Oak Centre offers a strong and spirited social recreation program, providing a welcoming
and friendly place for all members to socialize throughout the year.