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Part Time Program Leader, Youth Spaces - Seasonal Programs

Part Time Program Leader, Youth Spaces - Seasonal Programs

The Corporation of the Town of AjaxAjax, Ontario, CA
30+ days ago
Salary
CA$17.99–CA$19.56 hourly
Job type
  • Part-time
Job description

The Town of Ajax, situated on the northern shore of Lake Ontario, is an innovative municipal sector leader that provides a variety of services to one of the fastest growing communities in Ontario. With over 130,000 residents, Ajax's rich heritage and culturally diverse community make it a great place to work and live.

Part Time Program Leader – Youth Spaces (Seasonal Programs)

Reporting to the Community Recreation Coordinator, the Program Leader for Youth Spaces is accountable for effectively and actively supervising drop-in youth programs and completing administrative work related to assigned program areas.

Key Duties

  • Supervises youth in the space, and ensures they meet age requirements, abides by all rules and ensures a safe and enjoyable environment.
  • Ensures all equipment is being signed out, monitored while in use and locked up.
  • Program plans and implements monthly theme nights and engaging activities.
  • Maintains ongoing and effective communications with parents, public, co-workers and Community Recreation Coordinator.
  • Interacts with youth and creates a positive and supportive environment.
  • Monitors the arrival and departure of participants from programs.
  • Assists with the general maintenance of program space (sweeping, litter control etc.).
  • Promotes an environment of safety and respect among participants in the program.
  • Ensures that all required organizational and administrative duties are completed in a timely manner.
  • Reports all injuries of any participants, staff or property damage to the Community Recreation Coordinator and fills out applicable accident / incident, property damage or WSIB forms immediately.
  • Abides by the Town of Ajax policies and acts in a professional manner at all times.
  • Attends all related meetings and training as required by the Community Recreation Coordinator.
  • Handles concerns, complaints and suggestions from the public in a professional manner and passes these along to the Community Recreation Coordinator.

Qualifications / Skills

  • Minimum 16 years of age or older.
  • Previous experience working with a variety of ages in a recreational setting.
  • Excellent organization, time management and planning skills.
  • Self-motivated, positive, confident and approachable.
  • Ability to work with minimal supervision.
  • Current Standard First Aid with CPR-C certification.
  • Able to provide a current Criminal Reference Check (including Vulnerable Sector Search) that is satisfactory to the Town (dated within last 6 months).

    • Nice to Have

  • Preferred 1 or more years’ experience related to the delivery of programs and services.

    • What is Offered to Staff

  • Rate of Pay : $17.99 - $19.56 per hour.
  • Hours of Work : This is a non-union position that works up to 24 hours per week. Staff must be available for a minimum of 1 weekday shift & 1 weekend shift per week. Monday – Friday : 4 : 00 – 8 : 00 p.m.Saturday & Sunday : 1 : 00 – 4 : 00 p.m.
  • Town Perks : The Town offers part-time staff access to an Employee & Family Service Program, Health & Wellness Program, Town of Ajax Fitness Centre Combo Membership and a defined pension plan (OMERS pension).

    • Key Dates for Seasonal Programs

  • Interview : July 11 – 16, 2024
  • Staff Orientation : September 10, 2024
  • Drop-In Activities Begin : September 8, 2024
  • Programs begin : The week of September 22, 2024