Family Programs Assistant — Part-Time

BrightStart Caledon Family Centre; Caledon; On-site; ZAR 299,115 - 343,622; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal opportunity employer

Not-for-profit sector experience

Job summary

BrightStart Caledon Family Centre is currently seeking a part-time Program Assistant to help deliver high-quality child and family programs and provide essential administrative support. You will work primarily with families in the EarlyON and Growing Together programs.

The successful candidate will bring strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a collaborative approach to a welcoming and inclusive community hub in Caledon.

Qualifications

• :
• Post-secondary administrative studies program completed.
• Minimum of three years relevant experience or an equivalent combination of experience and education.
• Previous experience in providing service to the public.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Non-profit sector experience an asset.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and excellent attention to detail.
• Additional languages an asset.
• Must be able to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Able to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs.
• Valid driver’s license, clean driving record and access to reliable vehicle is required.
• Successful completion of Criminal Record Check (including Vulnerable Sector Screening).
• Current First Aid and CPR-C certification is required.
• Food Handlers Certification an asset.

Responsibilities

• Greet families and provide information about programs and services, give tours of the facilities.
• Complete administrative tasks such as registration, program attendance, program evaluations, statistics, reports, etc.
• Respond to and redirect telephone and email inquiries as necessary.
• Support families and caregivers by providing information when appropriate and directing concerns to the Program Facilitator.
• Assist in complete set-up and take down needed in the delivery of programs.
• Supervise the environment to ensure the safety of all users.
• Ensure facilities and resources are maintained with a high level of cleanliness, by replenishing supplies, sanitizing/washing equipment and toys, cleaning furniture and floor surfaces. Comply with Public Health and Safety Protocols.
• Provide healthy meal preparation and support or the Growing Together in Peel program. Responsible for purchasing food and supplies and maintaining records.
• Assist with daily physical literacy activity and Songs & Stories.
• Provide childminding to children of parents/caregivers participating in support groups/workshops as required.
• Ensure programs and services are safe, appropriate, accessible, culturally sensitive, and inclusive.
• Maintain active, cooperative, confidential, and effective communication with clients, community members, coworkers, and volunteers.
• May be required to be a Worker Member of the Joint Health and Safety Committee.
• Participate in community events, outreach activities and fundraising initiatives.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Public service experience

Education

Post-secondary administrative studies program

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

BrightStart Caledon Family Centre is currently seeking a part-time Program Assistant to help deliver high-quality child and family programs and provide essential administrative support. You will work primarily with families in the EarlyON and Growing Together programs.

The successful candidate will bring strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a collaborative approach to a welcoming and inclusive community hub in Caledon.