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Job Summary: To coordinate the planning, direction and operation of Youth programs.
Machines and Equipment Used: First aid kit, recreation and various office equipment.
Season(s): Seasonal
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Responsibilities:

  • Coordinates the planning, direction and operation of Youth programs.
  • Coordinates the selection, training, and direction of staff.
  • Ensures that all equipment and supplies are available and meet safety standards.
  • Performs set up and tear down of program area.
  • Performs administrative tasks to support the program.
  • Oversees multiple sites at once.
  • Assists in the promotion and evaluation of the program.
  • Interacts with participants, parents, staff and public to provide program information.
  • Takes action to deal with incidents, problems and emergencies and complies with Divisional/City Policies and Procedures.
  • Attends and participates in meetings and training sessions.

Qualifications:

  • Must be minimum 16 years of age.
  • Post-Secondary education in recreation or related field or an approved combination of education and experience.
  • Experience working with youth populations representing the range of diverse communities in the City of Toronto.
  • Conflict Resolution Training.
  • An asset Valid Class G Driver's license and use of a car.
  • Knowledge of and experience working with diverse communities and equity-seeking groups (Women, People with Disabilities, GLBT, Race and Ethnic groups and Aboriginal.
  • Must produce original current Standard First Aid and Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation certifications as recognized by the WSIB.
  • You possess certification in Parks and Recreation Ontario's Principles of Healthy Child Development (PHCD). This is a mandatory course that will be provided to you at no cost upon obtaining a conditional offer of employment. You will be provided with course dates and details at that time.
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