CSJ Research Assistant

55 Gordon St, Whitby, ON L1N 0J2, Canada

Job Description

Assignment : Full-time Hourly Contract (37.5 hours/week for 8 weeks)

Pay Rate: $18.50 per hour

Start/End Dates: June 30, 2025 – August 22, 2025

You Belong!

We exist to unlock potential through the innovation of accessibility and to create a better, barrier-free life for all Canadians. We strive to achieve this by reimagining accessibility and redefining the way Canadians live, work and play. Our organization values being person-centred, genuine, flexible, innovative, and collaborative.

As an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion, we welcome and encourage applications from all persons, including but not limited to persons with disabilities, racialized and Indigenous persons, persons of any gender identity and sexual orientation, and newcomers. We provide variations and accommodations at all stages of the employment and are committed to improving our process to be more accessible and equitable.

We understand that no one will ever meet all the qualifications or feel completely confident in performing every duty listed, and that’s okay! We are committed to the development of our employees and provide on-the-job training and mentorship. Unless it says required (bolded for emphasis), please do not let any other qualification or duty discourage you from applying.

If you have any issues with the online application or have any questions about the job, please email careers@abilitiescentre.org.

The Position:

Reporting to the Director, Research, the Research Assistant will assist with research-related activities.

• You are between 15 and 30 years of age at the start of the employment.
• You are a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person to whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act for the duration of the employment.
• You have a valid Social Insurance Number at the start of employment and legally entitled to work in Canada.

*International students are not eligible. International students include anyone who is temporarily in Canada for studies and who is not a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person who has been granted refugee status in Canada. Youth awaiting a refugee status ruling, as well as those who hold a temporary visitor visa, youth visa or work visa are ineligible. As the objective of the Canada Summer Jobs program is to support youth entering the Canadian labour market, the temporary nature of an international student’s time in Canada does not allow for a long-term connection to the labour market.

What You’ll Do:

• Assist with research-related activities that may include conducting reviews of literature, data collection, data analysis, preparing ethics applications, and creating knowledge translation materials. Research topics may include community inclusion, exercise and quality of life for people with disabilities & older adults, family & youth recreation, community engagement, and need assessment for people with disabilities.
• Cultivate a member-centered environment through exceptional customer service.
• Establish rapport and maintain effective relationships with members, staff, volunteers and community partners.
• Foster a work environment that values and encourages teamwork and empowerment.

What You’ll Bring:

Education and Experience.

• University or college program (undergraduate/graduate) in physical education / recreation / kinesiology / disability studies / education / psychology / health sciences or other related fields.

Skills and Knowledge.

• Knowledge of inclusion, accessibility, and accommodation an asset.
• Proficient in use of Microsoft Office and Google Suite products.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills with a proven ability to establish rapport with people of diverse backgrounds.
• Team player with a positive attitude; interactions demonstrate accountability, authenticity, and collaboration.

Administrative Requirements

• Required: Current, clear criminal record check for the vulnerable sector.

Availability

• It is required that you are available for the entire contract duration.
• Deadline to apply is Friday, May 9, 2025, at 7:00PM.