After School Program Support Worker

AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM SUPPORT WORKER

Part-Time (20 hours/week), Term Position

POSITION PURPOSE AND SUMMARY

Guided by the vision, mission and values of the Immigrant and Refugee Community Organization of Manitoba Inc., the After School Program (ASP) Support Worker assists newcomer children and youth to integrate into Canadian society by:

• assisting with program delivery,

• providing individualized support,

• managing records, and

• supporting the IRCOM team and partners

This role works in collaboration with the ASP team to assist newcomer children and youth and their families integrate into Canadian society through educational, recreational and social activities. It is essential that this person develop communicative, supportive and trusting relationships with newcomer children, youth and their families and that exemplary conduct be modeled in speech, action and interpersonal relationships. The Program Support Worker (PSW) will exhibit and uphold IRCOM's core values of integration, diversity, advocacy and empowerment, and they will work in a way that is people-centered, holistic and partnership based.

With the supervision and support of the ASP Manager and Assistant Manager, the Program Support Worker is responsible for the following:

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Program Delivery (80%)

• Plan, design and implement recreational, social, educational and integrative programs for newcomer children and youth

• Plan, design and implement weekly parent-child programming

• Lead assigned programs

• Plan for and run the children's variety night program, special events and field trips

• Supervise unstructured drop-in programming, organized sports and other recreational activities

• Create new or enhanced supports for children and youth

• Develop strong relationships with newcomer families

• Provide mentorship and be a role model for newcomer children and youth

• Work effectively with children and youth to enforce program rules and behaviour expectations

• Foster and model respect and mutual understanding among program participants

• Develop and implement strategies to effectively address conflict and teach non-violent behaviour

Reporting and Records Management (10%)

• Collect and evaluate data and indicators of success

• Track daily attendance hours of program participants

• Maintain written and electronic records of contacts and activities with newcomer children, youth and their families

• Compile and submit monthly reports of program activities

Team and Inter-departmental Support (10%)

• Collaborate effectively with other IRCOM programs, ASP volunteers, and school/agency staff involved with families to provide and advocate for coordinated services

• Participate in team and IRCOM staff meetings and events as directed

• Follow IRCOM policies, guidelines and procedures

• Participate in ongoing professional development

• Perform other duties as assigned by Manager or designate

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Grade 12 Diploma

• Strong understanding of the immigration process

• Working knowledge of the challenges newcomer children and youth face with learning and with the school system

• Current satisfactory Criminal Records Check (including Vulnerable Sector search) and a clear Child Abuse Registry Check upon hires

• Demonstrated ability to implement effective academic programs and behavioral strategies in various settings

• Demonstrated experience working with children and youth in a group setting

• Demonstrated experience with program design and program planning

• Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize work

• Demonstrated ability to work in a team and collaboratively with other staff and outside agencies

• Strong written and oral English communication skills

• Excellent cross-cultural and team work skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, virtual conferencing and data base management

• Proven ability to work independently and as part of team

• Open-minded, resourceful, highly motivated, creative and able to learn and receive feedback

• Creative problem-solving skills and ability to teach/mentor using an integrative approach

• Demonstrated strong commitment to supporting and empowering the newcomer community through previous volunteering / community involvement

• Experience with student goal setting and career planning

• Experience working effectively in a fast paced, multi-tasking environment

• Experiences that demonstrate the qualities and values IRCOM seeks for all our staff us/work-here/)

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Post-secondary education

• Experience or training in resource, special education and/or counseling

• Fluency in additional languages

• Valid Manitoba Driver's License with clean Driver's Abstract

• CPR/First Aid, Food Safety and NVCI training certificates

Work Location and Schedule: The PSW will work out of multiple locations including all IRCOM programming sites. This is a part-time, 20 hour per week term position ending March 31, 2026. The primary schedule will be afternoons and evenings, 4 to 9 pm Monday to Friday with occasional afternoon and weekend shifts.

Wage: $19.51/hour

This is a scheduled position with wage in accordance with the Collective Agreement between the Immigrant and Refugee Community Organization of Manitoba Inc. and the United Food and Commercial Workers Local 832.

Benefits:

· Professional development opportunities

· Paid sick days

· Collaborative, family-friendly and supportive working environment

APPLICATION PROCESS: All applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada.

IRCOM seeks to reflect the communities it serves. We are committed to providing an inclusive, accessible, respectful workplace that strives for employment equity. Interested applicants can identify themselves as belonging to any under-represented groups including women, Indigenous peoples, racialized peoples, and/or persons with a disability.

To apply please send a cover letter and résumé to the following, and please indicate clearly how you meet the qualifications.

Review of applications will begin on October 14th 2025

and continue until the position has been filled.

HR - Selection Committee:

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those advancing in the selection process will be contacted. If you require accommodation at any stage of the hiring process (including alternate formats of materials, accessible meeting rooms or other accommodation), please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs ).

Job Types: Part-time, Fixed term contract

Pay: $19.51 per hour

Education:

• Secondary School (preferred)

Work Location: In person