Program Assistant

Are you passionate about working with children and families? Do you enjoy being part of a team in a thriving and inclusive environment? Are you someone with a strong attention to detail and excel at organization?

This is an opportunity for you

**Who We Are**
Caledon Parent-Child Centre (CPCC) is a non-profit, charitable organization that provides high quality programs for children, parents and caregivers in Caledon and the surrounding areas. The Centre is a hub, offering an important blend of services that strengthen families and assist them in the critical role of raising young children. Services include child development and early learning opportunities, early identification of developmental concerns, referrals to specialized services and supports, and parenting education.

**The Position**

**Areas of Responsibility**
In this growing organization, you will perform the following tasks:

- Greet families and provide information about programs and services, as well as give tours of the facilities.
- Complete administrative tasks such as registration, program attendance, program evaluations, statistics, reports, etc.
- Support families and caregivers by providing information when appropriate and directing concerns to the Program Facilitator.
- Assist in complete set-up and take down needed in the delivery of programs.
- Assist with daily physical literacy activity and Songs & Stories.
- Supervise the environment to ensure the safety of all users.
- Ensure facilities and resources are maintained with a high level of cleanliness, by replenishing supplies, sanitizing/washing equipment and toys, cleaning furniture and floor surfaces. Comply with Public Health and Safety Protocols.
- Provide childminding to children of parents/caregivers participating in support groups/workshops as required.
- Ensure programs and services are safe, appropriate, accessible, culturally sensitive, and inclusive.
- Maintain active, cooperative, confidential, and effective communication with clients, community members, coworkers, and volunteers.
- Provide support and healthy meal preparation for the Growing Together in Peel program. Responsible for food and supplies purchasing and maintaining records.
- May be required to be a Worker Member of the Joint Health and Safety Committee.
- Participate in community events, outreach activities and fundraising initiatives.

**Skills & Qualifications**
- Successful completion of a post-secondary administrative studies program or relevant field of study.
- Minimum 3 years of experience in providing service to the public, preferably with families and children.
- Proficient in computer programs including Microsoft Office.
- Experience planning and facilitating early learning activities and programs an asset.
- Non-profit sector experience an asset.
- Strong listening, interpersonal and communication skills.
- Additional languages an asset.
- Excellent attention to detail.
- Must be able to work both independently and as part of a team.
- Able to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends.
- Ability to lift up to 25 lbs and travel to rural mobile village sites as needed.
- Valid driver’s license, clean driving record and access to reliable vehicle is required.
- Successful completion of Criminal Record Check (including Vulnerable Sector Screening).
- Current First Aid and CPR-C certification is required.
- Food Handlers Certification an asset.
- Joint Health and Safety Committee Certification an asset.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and all other applicable legislation, Caledon Parent-Child Centre is pleased to accommodate individual needs for applicants with disabilities within the recruitment process. Please advise if you require an accommodation to ensure your equal participation in the recruitment and selection process.

**Job Contact Information**
Tracey Stewart
Program Manager

Caledon Parent-Child Centre
150 Queen St. S.
BOLTON, ON L7E 1E3

**Job Type**: Part-time

**Salary**: $17.14-$20.00 per hour

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability

COVID-19 considerations:
Due to Covid-19, we may be working and providing programs both in person and virtually. CPCC follows the advice and requirements as set by Provincial and Peel Public Health directives.

Work Location: One location