Summer Programming Assistant
(Posting #2024.57S)
Department: Community Services
Division: Client and Cultural Services
Location: Pioneer Village & Archives
Status: Student (May 22, 2024 – August 30, 2024)
Hours of Work: 35 hours per week
Number of Positions: 1
Hourly Wage: $16.55 per hour
Date Posted: March 7, 2024
Date Closing: April 11, 2024
Come work with us!
Employment with the Town of Georgina offers an opportunity to make a positive difference in our community. We are a progressive, forward-thinking organization focused on continuous improvement, innovation and providing exceptional customer service. We offer a collaborative team environment and an excellent place to take charge of your career.
Position Purpose
Research themes related to the period of history from early settlement to mid-20th century, specifically within the boundaries of the Town of Georgina that can be translated into demonstrations, activities, crafts and games. These activities will be delivered by the candidate and support staff to school-aged children over several weeks of summer camp. For full details, please see attached job description.
Minimum Qualifications
- The ideal candidate will have a minimum of one year university or college in an appropriate field (e.g. Early Childhood Education, Childhood Development, Arts Education, Recreation, Museum Studies, History, etc.)
- Police Vulnerable Sector Check, deemed as satisfactory by the Town;
- Current Certification in Basic First Aid and CPR “C”;
Young Canada Works Grant Requirements:
Please note that this position may be funded through Young Canada Works, as a result candidates that meet the following requirements will be preferred.
- Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident or have refugee status in Canada,
- Be between 16 and 30 years of age at the start of employment.
- Candidates must have been a full-time student in the semester preceding the work term and plan to return to full-time studies upon the completion of the work term.
For more information please visit www.canada.ca/Young-Canada-Works
How to apply
Qualified applicants are invited to submit a resume and cover letter, identifying the Job Title and Job ID#. Please apply by visiting the www.georgina.ca/careers no later than 11:59 pm on the closing date. The assessment process may include a practical test and/or interview.
Committed to diversity and a barrier-free environment
The Town of Georgina is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environments. We encourage applications from people with disabilities and will accommodate the needs of applicants under the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. Please advise the Human Resources Team if you require an accommodation(s) and we will work with you to meet your needs throughout any stage of the process. Please be advised that this information will be treated in a confidential manner.
We thank all candidates for their interest, however only those being considered will be contacted.
Personal information collected will be used in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act for the purpose of candidate selection. Further information concerning the collection of personal information should be directed to the Human Resources Manager, Town of Georgina, 26557 Civic Centre Road, Keswick, ON L4P 3G1 (905) 476-4301
JOB DESCRIPTION
Title: Summer Programming Assistant
Employee Group: Student
Department: Community Services
Division: Client and Cultural Services
Reports To: Manager of Client and Cultural Services
Position Summary
Research themes related to the period of history from early settlement to mid-20th century, specifically within the boundaries of the Town of Georgina, that can be translated into demonstrations, activities, crafts and games. These activities will be delivered by the candidate and support staff to school-aged children over several weeks of summer camp.
Responsibilities
- Researching themes related to the history of early settlement through to mid-20th century Georgina that can be translated into particular demonstrations, activities, crafts and games that explore these themes.
- Creating a program schedule that outlines how and when children ages 7-12 will participate in these demonstrations, activities, crafts and games;
- Creating supply lists for duration of programming that adhere to a budget;
- Preparing and set up of the demonstrations, activities and games in advance of the program date;
- Assisting and supervision of children ages 7-12 during each program session.
- Supporting the work of other programming staff by sharing resources and ideas whenever necessary;
- Provide a positive and safe recreational learning experience for the youth participating in the programs, including guidance through public health and safety precautions and procedures.
- Liaising with parents and guardians regarding their child's participation status;
- Assisting other staff in the open and close routines and in maintaining the programming space and grounds;
- Compiling basic qualitative data on the programs being delivered that will be used to evaluate their success;
- Providing continual feedback to the employer regarding the employee's personal work experience and make viable recommendations on how to improve this experience in the future;
Please note: Staff will receive High Five – Principles of Healthy Child Development training, specialized Camp Supervisor training from the Town of Georgina Recreation Division, and Inclusion training through ROYR (Region of York Recreationist- Special Needs Committee) or equivalent.
The foregoing is intended to outline the general description of the duties and responsibilities for this position. It is not intended nor should it be interpreted as a complete description. The Town of Georgina reserves the right to amend this position description at any time provided that such change does not represent a substantive change in the purpose or essential nature of the position.
Minimum Qualifications
- The ideal candidate will have a minimum of one year university or college in an appropriate field (e.g. Early Childhood Education, Childhood Development, Arts Education, Recreation, Museum Studies, History, etc.)
- Possess experience working with children in an informal education and recreation setting.
- The ideal candidate must also possess organizational, communication and leadership qualities.
- Familiarity with a museum, heritage, cultural, or non-profit organization, is an asset,
- The ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
- A valid driver's license or access to transportation is required as the museum is not on a public transportation route.
- Police Vulnerable Sector Check, deemed as satisfactory by the Town;
- Current Certification in Standard First Aid and CPR “C”
- Candidates may be required to work an occasional weekend.
Young Canada Works Grant Requirements:
- Please note that this position may be funded through Young Canada Works, as a result candidates that meet the following requirements will be preferred.
- Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident or have refugee status in Canada,
- Be between 16 and 30 years of age at the start of employment.
- Candidates must have been a full-time student in the semester preceding the work term and plan to return to full-time studies upon the completion of the work term.
For more information please visit www.canada.ca/Young-Canada-Works