To assist in the development and implementation of skill based, recreational and educational programs, outreach events and activities for the adult and senior residents of the Glen Cairn and Pond Mills neighbourhoods and surrounding areas.
- Reporting to Supervisor, assist with the development, implementation, facilitation and supervision of activities for community members including summer programs and special events;
- Promote programs and recruit adult and senior participants;
- Overseeing program day to day, ensuring organization and smooth operations of programming;
- Collaborating with team members, and ensuring everyone works as a team;
- Ensuring the success of adult and seniors programming and identify and fill in gaps of services;
- Ensure the facility, properties, activity areas, equipment and supplies used for the program are prepared, secure and clean;
- Practicing safe food handling and following the policy and procedures of our commercial grade kitchen when preparing food;
- Maintain records of attendance, program activities, and safety checks;
- Act as an appropriate/positive role model for area community members;
- Liaise with community groups and area partners to promote program activities and events;
- Participate in relevant staff training, staff meetings and prepare all appropriate paperwork;
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
- Candidates must be 18 – 30 years of age at the start of employment;
- Six months to one year of job related experience preferred;
- Some secondary education in a human care area of study (CSW, SSW, BSW, CD, etc.) or two years of community college preferred;
- Must have a Current CPR and First Aid or a willingness to obtain PRIOR to start date – MANDATORY;
- Must have a current Police Vulnerable Sector Check (PVSC) prior to start date – MANDATORY;
- Previous experience with diverse populations;
- Ability to work independently;
- Good leadership and interpersonal skills;
- Ability to follow direction and work as a team member;
- Ability to speak French, Spanish, or Arabic would be an asset;
- Driver’s license and reliable vehicle an asset.
Job Types: Full-time, Seasonal
Contract length: 8 weeks
Pay: $18.00 per hour
Education:
- Secondary School (preferred)
Work Location: In person
