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HDCS is seeking a Program Assistant to help coordinate, plan and deliver HDCS' inclusive programming, which runs Thursday evenings. This position is funded for 12 hours per month.
The Program Assistant would be responsible for staying in communication with HDCS program staff, creating and planning program activities, preparing supplies, games and snacks, and facilitating programming.
Applicants must be patient, reliable, enthusiastic and compassionate.
Experience with disabilities or in the human service field an asset.
First aid/CPR an asset.
Essential Skills
- Oral communication
- Working with others
- Problem solving
- Decision making
- Critical thinking
Transportation/Travel Information
- Valid driver's licence
Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)
- First Aid Certificate
- CPR Certificate
Specific Skills
- Design, develop and deliver social/recreational programs
Ability to Supervise
- 16-20 people
Clientele
- Adults
- Teens
- Seniors
- General population (all ages)
- Children
- Persons with physical disabilities
- Persons with mental health disabilities
Security and Safety
- Criminal record check (abstract)
- Child abuse registry check
- Driving record check (abstract)
Area of Instructing or Leadership Experience
- Organized games
- Dance or movement
- Arts and crafts
Area of Functional Expertise
- Program evaluation
- Program planning and development
- Event planning and organization