Program Assistant

Program Assistant - Canada Summer Jobs Program

**You’ll feel great about a career with March of Dimes Canada**

At March of Dimes Canada, **our collective work matters**. As a leading national charity backed by a history of more than 70 years of impact, we’re dedicated to being Canada’s leading service provider, resource, and advocate, empowering people with disabilities to live and thrive in communities nationwide. Our collective efforts are rooted in our **Purpose, Vision,** and **Mission,**which inform how we drive all our work forward.
- **Purpose**: Champion equity. Empower ability.
- **Vision**: An inclusive, barrier-free society for people with disabilities. 
- **Mission**: To be Canada’s leading service provider, resource, and advocate, empowering people with disabilities to live and thrive in communities nationwide. 

**The opportunity**

**Reporting to the Program Manager, the Program Assistant will provide administrative support to the Skills Development and Employment services portion of March of Dimes Canada in the Sudbury community.**

**Program Length - June 30, 2025 to August 22, 2025**

**Responsibilities**
- Supporting staff with preparing and facilitating group workshops on job readiness and job search skills.
- Support Admin staff with coverage as needed.
- Assist with completing reference checks
- Prospecting: making cold calls to employers to search for leads and assist with labour market research
- Assist with other Outreach activities
- Support with additional program administrative functions as needed 
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned

**Qualifications and experience**
- Enrolled in or completed college diploma in social service work, developmental service worker, human resources or a related field
- Enrolled in or completed university degree in Psychology, social work, health promotion, career studies or a related field
- Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle preferred
- Ability to work in a team and/or independently 
- Exceptional communications and written skills 
- Excellent organizational, planning and time management skills 
- Attention to detail and an ability to manage multiple priorities effectively 
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

**Salary: $17.20 per hour**

**Important Details**
- Based on the nature of our work and our commitment to Accessibility, we will prioritize hiring youth with disabilities.
- To be considered for the 2025 Canada Summer Job program at MODC, please confirm you meet the eligibility criteria below as outlined by Service Canada:

- be between 15 and 30 years of age at the start of the employment.
- be a 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.
- have a valid Social Insurance Number at the start of employment and be legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with relevant provincial or territorial legislation and regulations.
- Note: International students are not eligible participants.

**Deadline**:Please submit your cover letter and resume by **June 20, 2025.**

**Questions about working at March of Dimes Canada?**

Whether starting or advancing your career with us, you’ll feel great knowing that you’re:

- Contributing to our important mission**:creating real change for people with disabilities**:

- Joining a **leading national charity** with a history of impact and a future full of possibility
- Enjoying **industry-leading employment incentives and benefits**:

- Supported in your **professional growth, development, and success**:

- Included in our **empathetic and supportive work culture**

Learn more about why we’re a great employer at **marchofdimes.ca/careers.**

**We value the health & safety of our employees**

MODC is committed to ensuring a healthy and safe work environment. We encourage all current and prospective employees to receive Covid-19 vaccinations and booster doses as recommended by Public Health. This reflects our dedication to safeguarding the health and wellbeing of our workforce.

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**Our Reconciliation, Equity, Accessibility, Diversity, and Inclusion (READI) approach**

MODC is dedicated to building and advancing an inclusive and welcoming culture. It’s also why we’re focused on attracting, retaining, and supporting diverse people. Thanks to our progressive practices, team members of all abilities and backgrounds are encouraged to access the opportunities and supports they need to grow, thrive, and succeed. Our READI approach is rooted in our shared belief that championing equity and empowering ability starts by investing in our team members— and in our shared culture — so that we all feel included, safe, and confident at work every single day.

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**Job Type**: Fixed term contract
Contract length: 8 weeks

Pay: $17.20 per hour

Expected hours: 35 per week

Work Location: In person