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Purpose of the Job: Oversees the Bowen Academy Friday swimming activities. Duties: -Monitors activities at the pool to prevent accidents. -Rescues swimmers in danger of drowning. -Administers First Aid. -Cautions swimmers regarding unsafe practices and safety hazards. -Enforces pool rules and regulations. -Follow emergency action plan and procedures established in the event of an emergency. - Maintains order in the pool and immediate adjoining areas. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: -Knowledge of lifesaving methods and procedures, including first aid and standard rescuing methods. -Skilled in the application of lifesaving techniques. -Skilled in swimming. -Ability to react quickly and calmly in emergencies -Ability to perform rescue actions, administer first aid and CPR. Minimum Qualifications: Must possess current Lifeguard Training Certificate and have CPR training upon employment. Click here for Full Posting and Details 6 month contract, full-time Applications Due: August 14th, 2011
The Child and Youth Program Coordinator is responsible for planning, managing and implementing Greenest City’s youth and children’s programs, including the Youth Garden Drop-Ins, the Youth Community Kitchen, Growing the Future (an after-school food program for youth) and our new weekly after-school children’s program. The Program Coordinator will provide programming for youth and children that builds skills and knowledge around food preparation, food systems and gardening and empowers them to become more engaged in the community. For more details, including how to apply, see http://hopecommunitygarden.files.wordpress.com/2011/08/program-coordinator_youth-and-children.pdf. The two positions below are hired under the newcomer youth program by Parkdale Intercultural Association
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Job Title: Youth Community Leadership Squad - Team Leader Tasks and Responsibilities: · Lead the summer program participants as the team leader and provide overall guidance as necessary · Co-ordinate with all the community organization contacts to confirm location, schedule and support system for the weekly on-site work program for the two leadership squad members. · Work closely with youth settlement worker/supervisor to seek guidance and support in relation to co-ordinating the weekly community service work with partnering agencies, and summer program participants’ weekly activities · Participate in one-on-one mentorship to newcomer youth registered for summer program in developing their English language skills and helping with adjusting to their new environment · Participate in serving the community by working one day a week at the other community partner organizations totalling 6 organizations to be chosen from the neighbourhood as per position availability (Parkdale Community Health Centre, Community Legal Services, Food Bank, Recreation Centre, Settlement Organization, Library and others) · Participate as youth community engagement team by working with the university student summer employees once a week in preparing for the organization’s annual summer events such as Rummage Sale (July) and other summer projects under the youth program as needed · Communicate the weekly schedules/locations/activities to the summer program newcomer youth participants in person or via phone · Help organize end of summer program party/event for the youth summer program participants where they will do poster presentation of their essays on the recreational activities undertaken during the six week period. The focus is to share their experiences in the summer program and they will be encouraged to invite their peers, family members and the community. · Other administrative duties as assigned · Complete a self assessment of the skills acquired through this first or early work experience of the summer with your direct supervisor, youth settlement worker 2. Job Title: Youth Community Leadership Squad -Team Co- leader Tasks and Responsibilities: · Lead the summer program participants as the co-team leader and provide overall guidance as necessary · Provide one-on-one mentorship to newcomer youth registered for summer program in developing their English language skills and helping with adjusting to their new environment · Participate in and support the summer program youth twice a week, as per the summer program theme developed by the newcomer youth focus group discussion held in May – the two weekly sessions focus on providing language skills (essay writing and presentation) through recreational activities (soccer, basketball, biking, swimming, Frisbee etc.,) this summer over 6 weeks period from July 4th to August 12th · Participate in serving the community by working one day a week at the other community partner organizations totalling 6 organizations to be chosen from the neighbourhood as per position availability (Parkdale Community Health Centre, Community Legal Services, Food Bank, Recreation Centre, Settlement Organization, Library and others) · Participate as youth community engagement team by working with the university student summer employees once a week in preparing for the organization’s annual summer events such as Rummage Sale (July) and other summer projects under the youth program as needed · Communicate the weekly schedules/locations/activities to the summer program newcomer youth participants · Help organize end of summer program party/event for the youth summer program participants where they will do poster presentation of their essays on the recreational activities undertaken during the six week period. The focus is to share their experiences in the summer program and they will be encouraged to invite their peers, family members and the community. · Other administrative duties as assigned · Complete a self assessment of the skills acquired through this first or early work experience of the summer with your direct supervisor, youth settlement worker Recommended Skills/Qualifications for both positions: · Good Interpersonal/communication skills both in person and over the phone · Proven track record as a team player including some team leading and/or positive youth peer mentoring experience · Be punctual and able to multitask with good organizational skills · Ability to understand newcomer youth barriers and challenges and be able to engage with your peers in a positive manner · Ability to work independently and under minimum supervision · Basic Computer Skills Eligibility: · Must be a youth (aged 15 to 30), currently in high school and returning to school in the fall Employment Period: Monday, July 4th to Friday August 12th 2011 (6 weeks) 30 hrs per week (10 am to 5 pm – Monday to Friday) Hourly rate – $10.25 Interested Applicants : Please email your resume and cover letter to [email protected] no later than Tuesday, June 14 5:00 pm to: Kalsang Dolma Youth Settlement Program Parkdale Intercultural Association Email: [email protected] Note: 1. Please do not send your resume/cover letter via facebook! 2. Selected applicants will be contacted for interview via email and phone by June 17th Friday. The program is called the Youth Green Squad and it is a seven week paid summer employment program offered by Greenest City. This program is designed for students with limited to no work experience and provides an introduction to various career fields related to food and the environment. The Youth Green Squad contributes to the community through a variety of local food projects while also developing life and job skills through various training opportunities. *Preference is given to applicants from the Parkdale neighbourhood. The job posting is available here: http://hopecommunitygarden.files.wordpress.com/2011/05/youth-green-squad-crew-member_job-posting-2011.pdf The required application form is available here: http://hopecommunitygarden.files.wordpress.com/2011/05/youth-green-squad_application-form-2011.doc *Cover letters and resumes will not be reviewed. The application deadline is June 2, 2011. OPPORTUNITIES AT GREENEST CITY Youth Green Squad Coordinator
Summer Student Position Applications Due: May 18th, 2011 The Youth Green Squad is a youth summer employment program offered by Greenest City. It focuses on local food projects, including community gardening, food preparation for community kitchens, delivering food related workshops, and food themed community art projects. The Youth Green Squad Coordinator will work closely with program staff to lead this year’s team of between five and eight youth during their seven-week paid employment period. The Youth Green Squad Coordinator has the chance to be a positive role model for program participants and to support their skills development and individual work experiences, while gaining valuable experience in youth program coordination and group facilitation. For more information, please see http://hopecommunitygarden.files.wordpress.com/2011/05/youth-green-squad-coordinator.pdf. |