Duration: June 29 – August 7, 2026 (6 weeks)

Seasonal Full time (37.5 hours/week)

In person

$18.00/hour

Reports to Program Manager

Deadline to Apply: May 25th, 2026 at 11:59 PM

 

Responsibilities:

1. Plans and provides a stimulating, fast-paced leisure program for participants (games, drama, arts & crafts, special events, etc.)

2. Coordinates site administrative duties including program summary charts

3. Supervises children during daily activities and maintains attendance records

4. Assists coordinators with program & administrative duties

5. Mentors Youth Leadership Development Program volunteers

6. Ensures a safe and enjoyable environment

7. Maintains rules with appropriate and consistent behaviour management measures

 

Qualifications:

• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally in English (verbal and written).

• Must be between 15 - 30 years of age (in accordance with program funding requirements).

• Must be legally entitled to work in Ontario, with valid Canadian citizenship, permanent resident, or protected/refugee status.

• Must have a clear and valid Vulnerable Sector Police check issued within the past six months (or willingness to obtain).

• Completion of secondary education (high school) is preferred.

• Demonstrated experience working with children or youth in a camp, classroom, community, or programmatic setting.

• Strong organizational, time management, communication, and basic reporting skills.

• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently, with a positive and responsible attitude.

• First Aid and/or CPR certification is considered an asset (or willingness to obtain).

• Ability to speak additional languages such as Arabic, Urdu, Pashto, Hindi, or others is an asset.

• Understanding of, or willingness to learn about, cultural and spiritual sensitivity and community-based work.

• Reliable, punctual, and able to model appropriate behaviour for children and youth.

 

MSSWR is committed to prioritizing youth facing barriers to employment during the recruitment process, including racialized youth, Black youth, and youth with disabilities.

This role is made possible by funding from the Government of Canada.