As a Program Facilitator - Community Connections at Events for Life Centre Inc., you will lead inclusive, community-based programming that supports participant growth and builds strong relationships with local businesses and organizations. You'll coordinate and deliver engaging daily activities, promote participant confidence, improve their communication and social skills including American Sign Language (ASL).

Key responsibilities include:

Contact and engage local businesses and organizations to build partnerships

Prepare program areas and daily schedules

Ability to research new and creative program ideas and initiatives

Comfortable facilitating in front of a group including ASL

Plan and work collaboratively with community groups to provide social events

Deliver program curriculum with a focus on communication

Organize work experience opportunities with local businesses and organizations

Support participants in hygiene, technology use, and behaviour plans

Transport participants to local venues using the company vehicle

Support food and beverage preparation for events

Maintain a 6:1 participant-to-staff ratio

Ensure safety, health, and cleanliness of program areas

Attend meetings, staff training, and assist with special events

Lead virtual sessions during inclement weather

Use smart board technology and conduct community research to enhance programs

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $21.00-$23.00 per hour

Expected hours: 35 per week

Benefits:
Casual dress
Extended health care

Application question(s):
what makes you want to work with adults with special needs?

Education:
DCS / DEC (preferred)

Experience:
working with special needs: 3 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2025-08-22
Expected start date: 2025-09-08