Csj Thrive Summer Program Instructor

4 weeks ago


Whitby, Canada Abilities Centre Full time

Thrive Summer Program Instructor
**Location**: 1 Jim Flaherty St., Whitby, ON
**Assignment**: 10 weeks (37.5 hours/week)
**Pay Rate**: $17.50/hour
**Start Date**: June 24, 2024
**End Date**: August 30, 2024

You Belong
We exist to unlock potential through the innovation of accessibility and to create a better, barrier-free life for all Canadians by reimagining accessibility and redefining the way Canadians live, work and play. Our organization values being person-centred, genuine, flexible, innovative, and collaborative.

**The Position**:
Reporting to both the Manager, Thrive, the Summer Program Instructor will assist with the facilitation of the THRIVE Teen Summer Programs. The summer programs provide opportunity to spend the week engaged in meaningful, integrated programming in the areas of sports & fitness, arts, life skills and social recreation. The focus of Thrive is to improve the health, community access and independence of participants with a focus on resiliency, well-being, and quality of life.

**Canada Summer Jobs (CSJ) Eligibility**:

- Between 15 and 30 years of age at the start of the employment;
- Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person to whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act for the duration of the employment*;
- Valid Social Insurance Number at the start of employment and legally entitled to work in Canada.
- International students are not eligible. International students include anyone who is temporarily in Canada for studies and who is not a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person who has been granted refugee status in Canada. Youth awaiting a refugee status ruling, as well as those who hold a temporary visitor visa, youth visa or work visa are ineligible. As the objective of the Canada Summer Jobs program is to support youth entering the Canadian labour market, the temporary nature of an international student’s time in Canada does not allow for a long-term connection to the labour market.

**Responsibilities**:

- Work in person settings for implementation of summer activities and programs
- Ensure program adaptation for participants of all abilities through planning and implementation of adaptations and modifications to activities
- Ensure safety and supervision of program participants
- Assist with program evaluation
- Assist with set-up and tidying of daily program activities
- Communicate with team leads and other staff to coordinate activities for the day
- Participate in daily de-briefs with staff and students to discuss challenges, concerns and successes
- Be available to help in other areas of the summer program as a member of the staff team when needed
- Inspire confidence and self-esteem in program participants through respect, acceptance, and focus on strengths and achievements
- Foster a work environment that values and encourages teamwork and empowerment
- Comfortable assisting with behavioral needs, toileting and feeding - if necessary

**Qualifications**:

- University or college program in Disability Studies, Recreation and Leisure, Developmental Service Worker, Social Service Worker, Occupational Therapist, Recreational Therapy, Health Studies, Physical Education, Health Sciences, Education or related
- Required: Current, clear criminal record check for the vulnerable sector
- Required: Proof of full COVID-19 vaccination, of proof of medical or other exemption based on legislative protected ground
- Required: First Aid / CPR certification
- Safe Management or CPI certification an asset
- Familiar with and desire/passion to work with youth and adults with disabilities
- Knowledge of inclusion, accessibility, and accommodation an asset
- Proficient in use of Microsoft Office products
- Excellent communication skills
- Strong interpersonal skills with a customer service focus
- Ability to function equally well independently and as part of an effective team
- As required, comply with any Covid-19 measures in place, such as masking and completing antigen testing



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