Canada Summer Job- Program Assistant

2 months ago


Thunder Bay, Canada Our Kids Count Full time

In order to be eligible, participants must:

- Be between 15-30 years of age, at the start of the funded position.
- Be a Canadian Citizen, permanent resident, or someone to whom Refugee Status has been granted/conferred.
- Have a valid SIN

Funded by Canada summer jobs

Position: Program Assistant
- education - Students must be Canadian Citizens

Reports to: Program Manager

Effective Date: May 13, 2024

**JOB SUMMARY**

**Our Kids Count empowers individuals to build stronger families and inclusive communities by enhancing people's lives through personal growth and development.**
- **As part of the OKC team, the Program Assistant will**:_
- _Assist program staff in all areas of program delivery as scheduled._
- _Develop positive working relationships with all of the participants and report any problems or_ _concerns to the staff._
- _Provide assistance for community activities such as outings, special events, presentations and fundraising development._

**OKC involves families in all aspects of program planning, implementation and evaluation.**

**PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES**
- Provide programs and services in a manner that is consistent with OKC mission and reflects the core values of community development
- Provide the participants with opportunities to develop skills that promote their children's health as well as build a stronger sense of community
- Work with program staff to implement programming suggestions that have been solicited from the community
- Assist in the coordination, monitoring and supervision of programs and activities offered at the site
- Assist in the maintenance of a clean and organized program space
- Develop positive working relationships with all of the participants and report any problems or concerns to the staff
- Link with community resources when appropriate

**SKILLS & ABILITIES**
- Ability to communicate effectively and concisely, both orally and in writing, in a cross-cultural environment;
- Interpersonal and relationship-building skills
- Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
- Self-starter with proven organization skills
- Ability to work well under pressure and deadlines
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- A positive attitude and an ability to make people feel comfortable
- Respect for families on a limited income and sensitivity to their issues
- Respect for and maintenance of confidentiality

**EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE**
- Studying or hoping to enroll in a program specializing in one of the following: health promotion, social services, group facilitation, adult education, community development, Native Child and Family, Early

Childhood Education
- Interest in working with high risk populations in a community development capacity

**CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT**
- Willingness to work flexible hours

**ASSETS**
- First Aid & CPR
- Working knowledge of WHIMIS and HACCP principles
- Car and valid driver’s license

**Job Types**: Seasonal, Internship / Co-op

Contract length: 8 weeks

**Salary**: From $18.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Flexible schedule

Schedule:

- Evening shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability

Application question(s):

- has own vehicle and able to travel between sites
- are you reliable and dependable

**Experience**:

- childcare: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person

**Job Type**: Seasonal
Contract length: 8 weeks

Pay: $17.00-$18.00 per hour

Expected hours: 35 per week

Flexible Language Requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- Evening shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed

**Education**:

- Secondary School (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2024-05-10
Expected start date: 2024-05-13



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