Family Relief Student

Since 1953, Empower Simcoe has specialized in providing a wide range of programs and services for people and families throughout Simcoe County. We are looking for innovative, passionate, and dedicated employees. Our inclusive culture empowers all of us to Be, Belong and Thrive. If you are looking for a career where you can make a difference and feel proud of the work you do every day, you've come to the right place. Your future starts now at Empower Simcoe!

We are recruiting for a Family Relief Student to provide administrative duties and support project planning and implementation to the Family Relief Program. This is a full-time position starting as soon as April 20, 2026, for approximately 4-5 months. This position works up to 37.5 hours biweekly with an hourly rate of pay of $21.43. Please note that this position is contingent upon funding approval through the Federal Government Canada Summer Jobs program.

Minimum requirements of this position include:

• Completion of secondary school and enrolled in a post-secondary education in Office Administration or an acceptable equivalent diploma/degree program as determined by the employer.
• Work related experience is an asset
• Demonstrated skills in building relationships, problem solving and decision making, self-awareness, championing change and innovation
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills
• Knowledge and Intermediate skills with computer operations and software applications
• Current valid driver's licence and own reliable transportation to be used in the course of employment
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Result driven with proven research abilities.

Overview of Duties (including, but not limited to):

• Assisting with special projects as assigned by the Supports and Services Manager or Respite Coordinator, including development, administration, promotion and evaluation
• Providing administrative support including:
• Typing, formatting, distributing, filing and maintaining program/department documentation both electronically and hard copy
• Faxing, scanning, copying, as required
• Proofreading of documents, as required
• Liaison with internal departments and community stakeholders providing information/data, as required or requested
• Record, maintain and file meeting minutes and materials, as required
• Creating PowerPoint presentations
• Utilizing Excel through the creation and maintaining of spreadsheets for collection and tracking data to assist in identifying trends and summarizing data for the inclusion of reports
• Prepare reports for summaries and trending as needed
• Conduct research as requested by the Manager and/or Coordinator
• Assist with social media
• Assist the Program in the use of electronic database systems; data entry and produce reports, as required

Empower Simcoe is committed to a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace where everyone feels respected and valued. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, ethnicity, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation or disability. Applications are encouraged from those who reflect the diversity of our community.

SUBMIT APPLICATION BY:

4:00 p.m. March 6, 2026

We thank all those who apply for this position. However, only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

Empower Simcoe is committed to being non-discriminatory and providing equal and barrier-free selection and appointment processes and work environments. If contacted in relation to this position, please let us know if you require accommodation during the recruitment and selection process. Our inclusive culture empowers all of us to Be, Belong and Thrive.

Please note that incomplete applications will not be considered. If you have any issues with the application process, please contact the People and Culture Department at

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