Community & Volunteer Services Assistant

3 weeks ago

Toronto, Canada Momiji Health Care Society Full time

We are hiring a Community & Volunteer Services Assistant for the summer

About The Company

Momiji Health Care Society is a non-profit organization providing services to seniors primarily of Japanese-Canadian descent, in an effort to maximize their independence, health, and quality of life.

Our team is dedicated and passionate about meeting the needs of our seniors. We believe in an open, honest, results-oriented team approach. Our team is also learning-oriented, open to change, and enjoys the variety in the work that we do.

We are currently seeking dedicated and enthusiastic youth to join us in the role of Community & Volunteer Services Assistant for the summer. We're thrilled to announce that we’ve received funding support from the 2024 Canada Summer Jobs Program, a government program that helps Employers create jobs for young Canadians across the country. Consequently, there are vital criteria that applicants must meet to be considered for this position. Please review the following carefully before applying:

  • Must be between 15 and 30 years of age;
  • Legally entitled to work in Canada (which means you must have a valid Social Insurance Number)

About the Role

The Community & Volunteer Services Assistant will help with the administration and coordination of volunteers. In addition, this position will assist in volunteer recruitment, orientation, training and volunteer appreciation.

Key Activities Include:

  • Liaise with Community Services programs, event participants & volunteers.
  • Coordinate and create community promotional material including group or corporate sponsorship opportunities.
  • Create and increase engagement and participation of the seniors in the community.
  • Help organize and maintain office systems and files /general administrative duties as needed.
  • General administrative duties including data entry, tracking attendance, answering emails/phone, and other office help.
  • Participate in community events and activities
  • Other duties as assigned

Skills & Abilities Required:

  • Enthusiastic team player with good communication skills
  • Strong organization and time management skills
  • Effective communication skills in English, both oral and written, are essential
  • Computer skills with Microsoft Office are required to assist with tasks
  • Knowledge and understanding of Japanese Canadian culture is an asset
  • Experience and interest in working/volunteering with seniors is a strong asset

Qualifications:

  • Enrolled or recently graduated from a post-secondary program such as Volunteer Management, Community Development, Education, Social Work or a related field in a recognized University or College.

Good to Know: 

  • This position is for the summer with an anticipated start date within the month of May
  • 500 total hours – 35 hours/week
  • $17.75/hour
  • By joining our team, you will have the opportunity to give back to the community and make a positive difference in the lives of seniors

Working at Momiji

Our cohesive team is transparent and passionate about meeting the needs of our clients. Our team is also learning-oriented, open to change, and enjoys the work that we do.

We strive to build a team that reflects the diversity of the community we work in and encourage applications from traditionally underrepresented groups such as women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, people identifying as LGBTQ2SI, veterans, and people with disabilities. If we can make this easier through accommodation in the recruitment process, please contact us.

If this sounds like the job you’ve been looking for, apply today

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