SUMMER PROGRAM ASSISTANT
Supporting ErinoakKids therapeutic summer programs
Locations: Brampton, Mississauga and Oakville
Temporary Full Time - 37.5 hours per week
June 30th – August 22nd, 2025
Work Arrangement: Community
New Position
Compensation Range: $18.55 - $21.83/ hour
Position Summary:
ErinoakKids is currently seeking an energetic Summer Program Assistant to support children and youth with disabilities who are participating in the Riverwood Explorers and Helping Hands therapuetic summer programs. Successful candidates will possess strong interpersonal, leadership, and communication skills.
These positions will be co-sponsored by Service Canada and is part of the summer employment initiative known as the 2024 Canada Summer Jobs. In order to meet eligibility requirements, candidates must also meet the stipulations outlined by Service Canada. Please see the Qualifications and Eligibility Requirements section below for additional details.
Key Responsibilities:- Assist participants to problem solve, set strategies, and help them achieve personal goals by maximizing their independence in day-to-day activities.
- Contribute to the planning and implementation of activities; prepare resources and professional materials.
- Promote participation in leisure activities, social skill development, and life skills activities (e.g., cooking, using transportation, budgeting/money management, etc.).
- Assist clients with personal care routines as needed (e.g., toileting, feeding, etc.).
- Other duties as assigned by program leads.
Qualifications:
- Between 15 and 30 years of age;
- Classification as a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or have official refugee protection status;
- Legally entitled to work in Canada;
- Enthusiastic and passionate about working with children and youth with physical and developmental disabilities;
- An ability to display a high level of initiative
- Excellent interpersonal, communication and teamwork skills;
- Experience working with children and youth with challenging behaviours;
- Experience assisting individuals with personal care;
- Current C.P.R, First Aid and CPI certificates are preferred;
- Must possess a valid Ontario driver’s license and have access to a personal vehicle;
- Ability to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends;
- Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Speech Language Pathology, Recreation Therapy, or Registered Nurse/Registered Practical nursing students preferred.
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The successful candidate will be required to complete a vulnerable sector search.
Please note that all prospective ErinoakKids employees are subject to mandatory immunization requirements, including the full COVID-19 vaccination (two doses), as a condition of obtaining and maintaining employment.
