Child Program Worker Assistant (2026-204-HB)
Toronto, ON, Canada
Contracted
Homeward Bound
Experienced
| Competition #2026-204-HB | Child Program Worker Assistant (2026-204-HB) |
| Employment Type: | Contract Hourly (8 weeks), Bargaining Unit (2 vacancies) |
| Work Hours: | 35 hours per week (Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm) |
| Work Setting: | Exclusively Onsite at 251 Cosburn Avenue |
| Salary: | $18.06/hour |
| Application Deadline: | May 06, 2026 by 11:59 pm |
Program Overview – Homeward Bound
This position is responsible to the Supervisors of Neighbourhood Programs to support the efficient operation of the Homeward Bound program and well-being of children.The incumbent of this position performs tasks of a confidential nature. This includes information regarding children and participants.
The position requires good oral and written communication skills in English.
What You Will Do
- Assist with delivering after-school activities which facilitate educational and life skills development.
- Provide spontaneous age-appropriate activities for children in the program.
- Help prepare and cook healthy snacks.
- Assist in overseeing the safety of the children for both off-site trips and in the onsite space
- Work in accordance with all relevant legislation, by-laws, program, and organizational policies.
- Knowledge of child development and learning needs of children 4 – 12 years.
- Ability to work with children and parents who have experienced violence or homelessness, and some understanding of this population’s unique issues.
What Will Set You Apart
- Understanding of community development and child-centered approaches.
- Ability to work well in a team environment.
- Experience working with children with emotional or social challenges.
- Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
- Flexible and able to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Proven capacity to work one-on-one with children and relate to them in a non-judgmental and respectful way.
- First Aid Certification is considered an asset
Must meet the participant requirements under the Canada Summer Jobs Agreement with Employment and Social Development Canada as outlined:
- be between 15 and 30 years of age at the beginning of the employment period*;
- 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**; and,
- 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.
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