Human Resources Assistant – Student Position Strides Toronto

Children's Mental Health Ontario; Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative agency is seeking a Human Resources Assistant for a summer position. This role is ideal for students enrolled in Human Resources or Business Administration programs, offering hands-on experience in HR operations. You will provide essential administrative support, assist with recruitment and onboarding, and contribute to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Join a collaborative team dedicated to improving mental health services for youth and families. This opportunity not only fosters professional growth but also emphasizes the importance of equity and inclusion in the workplace.

Benefits

Professional Development Opportunities

Equitable and Inclusive Environment

Collaborative Senior Management Team

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a related program such as Human Resources or Business Administration.
• Knowledge of computer programs including Excel, PowerPoint, and Publisher.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the HR department, including documentation and file management.
• Support key HR functions such as recruitment, onboarding, and health initiatives.

Skills

Administrative Support

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Diversity Awareness

Independent Work

Education

Currently enrolled in Human Resources

Business Administration

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Publisher

Job description

ABOUT US

Strides Toronto is a multi-service agency providing a wide range of exceptional programs and services that improve the mental, social and physical health of infants, children and youth from the pre-natal stage to age 29, and their families. With a range of community, residential and treatment services, we build strength and resilience through equitable, accessible, client-driven services, system leadership and advocacy. We provide individual, group and family interventions that include mental health counselling, autism services, education, outreach and referral, early intervention, day treatment and community support. In its Lead Agency role, Strides Toronto collaborates with 24 publicly funded infant, child and youth mental health (ICYMH) core service providers to design and implement system-level improvements that promote access, responsive service delivery and experience, and positive mental health outcomes for young people and families across Toronto’s diverse communities. To learn more about who we are and what we do, we invite you to visit our website at www.stridestoronto.ca.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Human Resources Assistant (Canada Summer Job Position) is for students currently enrolled in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related programs, and will assist with the daily operations of the HR department.

Salary:$18.70/hour

This position is for a duration of 8 weeks, 35 hours per week.

As funding for this role has partially been provided by the Canada Summer Jobs program the following eligibility requirements must be met by the successful participant (candidate):

• Be between 15-30 years of age, at the start of the employment;
• Have a valid Social Insurance Number (SIN); and
• Be a Canadian Citizen, permanent resident, or someone to whom Refugee Status has been granted/conferred.

International students and other temporary residents of Canada are not eligible

WHY JOIN OUR TEAM?

• We provide opportunities for growth and professional development.
• We are committed to providing an equitable and inclusive environment where our diverse team members and clients can thrive.
• We have a collaborative and supportive Senior Management Team.
• We set high standards for performance, client outcomes, and implement best practices, which are demonstrated through our accreditation with the Canadian Centre for Accreditation.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Provide administrative support to the Human Resources department, including file management and documentation of current HR practices and processes.
• Support key HR functions such as recruitment, onboarding, orientation programs, health and safety, wellbeing initiatives, and performance review tracking.
• Liaise with employees to facilitate HR-related requests and provide timely assistance.
• Work with all team members and supervisors to ensure strong communications and a positive working environment.
• Maintain a safe work environment
• Assist with administrative tasks as required.
• Other duties as assigned appropriate to the scope of the position.

THE “MUST HAVES”

The following education, professional memberships and knowledge are a requirement for this role:

• Currently enrolled in a Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related program
• Knowledge of how to use computer programs (e.g. publisher, excel, power point)
• Ability to work with a diverse population.
• Ability to work independently or as a team member with staff, students and volunteers
• Awareness of the role of inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility (IDEA) in the workplace and within the community being served by the position.
• An understanding of anti-black racism, anti-oppressive/anti-racism perspective in the context of the social determinants of health.
• Ability to recognize and identify situations where incidents of imbalance of power and privilege may occur and can result in possible negative impacts.

THE ‘NICE TO HAVES’

While not required, preference will be given to candidates with the following:

• Familiar with human resources information system (HRIS).
• Fluency in another language(s), including sign language.

BEFORE STARTING WITH US

As our work puts us in direct contact with youth and vulnerable persons in our community, with health and safety as a priority,the successful candidate mustcomplete or obtain thefollowing before commencement of their employment:

• A Vulnerable Sector police check.
• A positive police check does not automatically disqualify an applicant for a position with Strides Toronto. The Police Check will be reviewed and evaluated for the purpose of making a decision on suitability for employment in relation to the specific duties and responsibilities of the position being filled.

HOW TO APPLY

Please submit a cover letter and resume outlining your demonstrated education, certification (if applicable), working and related volunteer experience and how you meet specific requirements for this position, and any additional considerations you deem appropriate. The application deadline is May 16, 2025.

Strides Toronto is an equal opportunity employer. We benefit from diversity of lived experiences in the workplace and encourage applications from qualified candidates who reflect the diversity of the communities we serve. Strides Toronto is a participant in the Government of Canada’s 50-30 Challenge, a program which challenges organizations to improve access for women and/or non-binary people and other equity-deserving groups, including those identifying as: racialized, Black, and/or people of colour, people with disabilities (including invisible and episodic disabilities), 2SLGBTQ+ and/or gender and sexually diverse individuals, and Aboriginal and/or Indigenous Peoples to increase the representation and inclusion of diverse groups within their workplace.

In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and Strides Toronto’s own policies, requests for accommodation will be considered throughout the hiring process.

We thank all applicants however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.