Student

Program Assistant

Prior to applying for this summer position, you will need to contact the individual local satellite location you are hoping to work with first.  Please visit www.swoyfc.com to get a full listing of our locations and contact information.  We will not be considering applications who have not completed this step. 

Job Description:

The Program Assistant is appointed by the Executive Director in cooperation with the local Director. The Program Assistant is directly responsible to the local Director who serves as their supervisor.  Each Program Assistant is responsible for assisting the Director in the planning and implementation of the programs in their community.

PLEASE NOTE: This job is only available for applicants between the ages of 15 - 30 as per the Service Canada Summer job requirements. 

Each Program Assistant is responsible for development in the following areas:

 Staff 

1. Will attend team meetings with staff on a regular basis. 


2. Will maintain communication with the local Director informing them of program concerns and situations.

 Youth Programming 

1. In consultation with the local Director and other staff, will participate in the development and implementation of the program facilitating the use of new ideas and materials.


2. Will seek to have a current understanding of the needs, challenges and opportunities of the youth involved in the programs.


3. Will provide leadership for the program staff in implementing the youth programs.


4. Will be significantly involved in the local program. 

Administration 

1. Will develop and maintain a resource file for program activities and ideas.


2. Will oversee health and safety requirements pertaining to the program and keep the work area clean.


3. Will attend the staff meetings and provide a written weekly ministry report, time sheet, checklist and evaluation form.


4. Will understand and implement the current Youth Unlimited YFC Southwestern Ontario Staff Policy Manual.


5. Will understand and implement the current Summer Staff Handbook.


6. Will understand and implement the current program.


7. Will participate in fundraising activities.
   

Personal

1. Will strive to maintain a healthy balance between ministry and personal time
   


2. Will attend chapter-wide staff meetings.

HIRING STATEMENT:

At SWOYFC, we believe that the workplace is unified when each of us is encouraged, recognized, and able to serve out of our gifts.  We believe that we can serve our youth most effectively when our staff represent the communities in which we serve.  At SWOYFC we are working hard to foster an environment of collaboration, diversity, inclusivity and respect.  We encourage people of all ethnicities and abilities who love Jesus and are aligned with our vision and values, to consider applying.

We strive to achieve equality in the workplace, which means no one will be denied employment opportunities for reasons unrelated to fit for a role. We also understand employment equity means more than treating individuals in the same way but requires special measures and the accommodation of differences.  In this way, we are working to create a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Accommodation is available for applicants with disabilities.