Position: Children’s Program Assistant, Site Coordinator, part time (one year contract)

Reports to: CPNP/CAPC Manager

Location: Healthy Start/Growing Together in Peel (GTIP) Programs

Job Summary

The Children’s Program Assistant, Site Coordinator is responsible for the operation of an assigned site and the delivery of high-quality services to clients.

Duties and Responsibilities

Site Coordination – Oversee Core Services and Program Delivery

- Purchase food and supplies for snacks/meals within provided budget and prepare food for prenatal mothers and children.
- Responsible for the complete set-up and take-down of the child minding and presentation rooms/areas, and ensure the assigned site is clean, safe, organized and ready for each program.
- Distribute and document distribution of grocery cards, bus tickets, hospital packages and food bags according to agency procedures.
- Monitor supplies and order supplies as per outlined requirements.
- Complete administrative tasks, including accurate completion of attendance records, time sheets, communication logs, expense forms, supply records and monthly Site Coordinator Report(s).
- Provide accurate bi-weekly payroll information to the Manager.
- Greet and provide information to clients in a friendly and compassionate manner; provide emotional support, information and role modelling for parents and caregivers, and provide appropriate referrals when needed.
- Oversee implementation of the children’s program, ensuring activities stimulate child development through toys, games, singing, reading, crafts and free play.
- Ensure cultural sensitivity and client confidentiality are preserved at all times.
- Work as part of a team with other staff members, presenters, students, volunteers and program partners.




- Attend Site Coordinator meetings and any other meetings or training as requested by the Manager.
- Evaluate program success, report and periodically review with the Manager.
- Participate in special projects and outreach events as determined from time to time.
- Respond to any additional funder requirements as directed by the Manager.

Program Delivery

- Healthy Start/GTIP – Assist staff with the set up and clean up of chairs, tables, children’s program activities, serving/clean up of food/food items
- Work alongside staff by participating in programs, positively engaging with the children and families in attendance
- Greet and interact with clients and families in a friendly and supportive manner
- Work as part of a team with other staff members, students and volunteers
- Ensure cultural sensitivity and client confidentiality are preserved at all times
- Assist with centre/site cleaning, toy cleaning, tidying up routines and opening/closing routines
- Plan and prepare age-appropriate activities for children based on their age and interests
- Keep toys, children’s activity areas and materials clean, organized and ready for use
- Use time when children are not at the site to plan activities, organize toys and prepare materials for upcoming programs
- Welcome and engage with clients and families in a friendly and supportive manner




- Share relevant program information and resources with families and connect them with appropriate staff when needed

Other Activities

- Keep informed by reading agency emails, staff newsletters, agency notices as well as partner notices

Qualifications

- Experience in Social Services sector/experience working with families at risk
- Degree or diploma in nutrition, food and nutrition, health sciences, or a related field
- Well-developed interpersonal, communication and organizational skills
- Possess knowledge of child and family development
- Emergency First Aid/CPR B or C certification
- Up to date Vulnerable Sector Check
- Ability to work some flexible hours
- Additional languages an asset

Hours: 11.50 hours per week (may include weekday, weekend and evening shifts)

Salary: $23.00 - $25.00 per hour (based on experience and qualifications)

Schedule

Day

Location

Shift

Hours

Monday

Family Kitchen (GTIP), Arbour Mill

9:00 AM – 12:30 PM

3.5

Tuesday

Healthy Start, Norton Lake

Admin

9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

–

3.00

1.50

Thursday

Family Kitchen (GTIP), Norton Lake

9:00 AM – 12:30 PM

3.5

We offer excellent training, salary, a Group Retirement Savings Plan, Health Spending benefit and a supportive, agile work environment.

Please send a cover letter and resume. Thank you for your interest in this position; only qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview.

BridgeWay is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that values diversity, respects differences, and supports the full participation of all employees. We welcome applications from people with disabilities and, upon request, will make every effort to remove barriers and provide accommodations throughout the hiring process.

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