Haldimand-Norfolk REACH is a multi-service agency, providing Autism & Behaviour Services, Child & Youth Mental Health Services, Developmental Services, Youth Services, Adult Counselling Services, and several Early Learning Intervention & Care services including EarlyON Child & Family Centres and the Community Action Program for Children.
H-N REACH serves as the Lead Agency for Haldimand-Norfolk Child & Youth Mental Health Services, Coordinated Service Planning and the Student Nutrition Program in the Hamilton/Niagara Region. Through our Contact Unit, the agency serves as the single point of access for a variety of children’s services.
H-N REACH is recognized as a local leader in community education, advocacy, inter-sector collaboration and Community Service Planning.
SUMMER ASSISTANTS – CHILD & YOUTH PROGRAMS - New Positions Ref. #2026-23
- 35 hours per week
- 8 week contract (July–August 2026)
- Multiple positions available
- Locations: Various sites across Haldimand and Norfolk Counties
- Wage: $17.60 per hour (some positions may pay a higher hourly wage)
The available Summer Assistant positions are within our Early Learning & Care, Family Early Intervention Program and Developmental Services, where they will directly support children and youth while developing transferable skills such as communication, teamwork, adaptability, problem-solving, creativity, and the use of digital systems.
The available Summer Assistant roles are:
- Classroom Facilitator
- Child Care Program Facilitator
- EarlyON Summer Assistant
- Bramble Support Worker
Eligibility:
Applicants must meet the below criteria for the Canada Summer Jobs 2026 Program
To be eligible, youth must:
- be aged between 15 and 30 years old (at the start of the summer job)
- be a Canadian citizen, a permanent resident, or someone who has been officially given refugee protection in Canada and
- be legally allowed to work in Canada (this includes having a valid Social Insurance Number (SIN) at the start of the summer job)
*For additional information about the Canada Summer Job program visit Canada Summer Jobs - Canada.ca
Qualifications:
- Experience working/volunteering with children/youth
- Post-secondary education in a related field (completed or in process) considered an asset
- Certification in Standard First Aid/CPR-C required
- A minimum of one year of experience preferred
- Verification of the required immunizations/immunity, as recommended by the local Medical Officer of Health
- Vulnerable Sector Record Check (includes Criminal Record & Judicial Matters Check), some positions may require a Broad Record Check
- Children’s Aid Society Declaration/Release
- Possession of a valid driver’s licence, $2 million vehicle liability insurance, clear Driver Abstract and use of a vehicle (for some positions)
Application Deadline: June 10th, 2026
Please submit a resume and cover letter (quoting Ref. #2026-23) by email to [email protected]
Attn: Lynn Tessaro, Human Resources Manager
Haldimand-Norfolk REACH
101A Nanticoke Creek Parkway, Townsend, ON, N0A 1S0
Website: www.hnreach.on.ca
Haldimand‑Norfolk REACH is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging.
Accommodations are available upon request.
Only those selected for an interview will be contacted
A United Way Member Agency
Job Types: Full-time, Seasonal
Contract length: 8 weeks
Pay: $17.60 per hour
Work Location: In person
