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Early Childhood Summer Program Support Worker (Canada Summer Jobs Position)

2 Full Time Summer Positions Available

These are 8 week long Canada Summer Jobs funded positions. These are onsite/in person positions.

Dates of employment: July 2nd 2025 – August 27th 2025

Pay: $19.85 hr

35hrs/week

Position 1: Monday-Friday 9am – 4pm (one evening shift per week, 12.30 – 7.30pm, day to be determined)

Position 2: Tuesday- Saturday 9am – 4pm (one evening shift per week, 12.30 – 7.30pm, day to be determined)

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

(a) be between 15 and 30 years of age (inclusive) at the start of employment;
(b) be a Canadian Citizen, permanent resident, or person on whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act [S.C. 2001, c. 27]*; and
(c) be legally entitled to work according to the relevant provincial / territorial legislation and regulations.
**International students are not eligible**. Recent immigrants are eligible if they are Canadian Citizens or permanent residents. Some evenings & weekends may be required.

Reports to: Program Coordinator

Job Description:
The Early Childhood Summer Program Support Worker is a Canada Summer Jobs position. The Program Support Worker assists the Family Support team to deliver direct playroom programming, create program planning, help with administrative tasks and support families with children 0-12 years of age, as needed that access our services.

Responsibilities:

Responsible for assisting and supporting the delivery of family resource programs both on-site and at satellite locations throughout Richmond.
Assists families in accessing our services & drop-in programs including information, education, modeling appropriate behaviour/interactions towards children and stimulating play between caregivers and their children.
In conjunction with the staff develops, coordinates and delivers programs including literacy programs, special events and outdoor play.
Provides assessment, referral and one to one support for families when needed.  Maintains and develops good working relationships with community partners/agencies.
Responsible for maintaining accurate statistics and report on all family support programs.

Qualifications:

Experience working with parents/caregivers and their children birth to twelve years of age.
Ability to create trusting and meaningful relationships with families and their children.
Experience working in programs with young children.
Experience working in and promoting a multicultural setting.
Experience working in community partnerships.
Knowledge of community resources and referral processes.
Excellent interpersonal skills, both verbal and written.
Planning or working on a University degree in a related discipline, and/or Early Childhood Education certificate an asset
Criminal Record Check required
First Aid Certification an asset
Second language an asset.
Use of a vehicle for work an asset (mileage paid)

Please submit your resume and cover letter to info@richmondfamilyplace.ca Position will remain open until filled.
Thank you in advance for your interest but only those shortlisted for an interview will be contacted.

Resumes without a cover letter will not be considered

Richmond Family Place Society is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability or age.

Office Administrative Assistant (Canada Summer Jobs Position)

Full Time Summer Position
An 8 week long Canada Summer Jobs funded position.

Dates of employment: July 2nd, 2025- August 26th, 2025

Pay: $19.85/hr
35hrs/week
Monday-Friday 9.00am – 4.00pm
Some evenings & weekends may be required.

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

(a) be between 15 and 30 years of age (inclusive) at the start of employment;
(b) be a Canadian Citizen, permanent resident, or person on whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act [S.C. 2001, c. 27]*; and
(c) be legally entitled to work according to the relevant provincial / territorial legislation and regulations.
**International students are not eligible**. Recent immigrants are eligible if they are Canadian Citizens or permanent residents.

Reports to: Administrative Coordinator/Executive Director

Job Description:
The Office Administrative Assistant is responsible to support the work and mission of Richmond Family Place. We are looking for an enthusiastic, creative & highly motivated individual who is ready to use their skills to advance the mission of our organization. Our Office Administrative Assistant will work with the Administrative Coordinator to plan, create, organize & support daily office tasks & assist with general administration, special projects, social enterprise, fundraising & volunteer activities within the organization.

Responsibilities:

Answers telephone calls, general email inquiries & greets & directs visitors to the building.
General office duties as required.
Works on the Annual General Report for the Annual General Meeting
Analyze existing volunteer data bases, training materials & support networks
Creates new onboarding materials for volunteers
Supports the Richmond Family Place Thrift Store
Update website content as required, ensuring a continuous approach to monitoring
Assists the Office Administrator as required
Other duties as required

Qualifications:

Working on a qualification in a related discipline (marketing, communications, administrative studies, fundraising and/or event planning)
Excellent interpersonal skills, both verbal and written.
Experience working in and promoting a multicultural setting
Strong writing skills with ability to write in a manner that aligns with Richmond Family Place values and mission
Organized, flexible, able to prioritize
Takes initiative
Positive & enthusiastic team player
Strong relationship building skills
Proficient in the use of the Office 365 suite, data base platforms & WordPress
Experience working in community partnerships an asset.
Knowledge of community resources an asset.
Experience in graphic design (Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, etc.) an asset
Photo & video design &/or production capabilities considered an asset
Second language is an asset, with priority given to Arabic, Spanish and Mandarin languages.
Experience working with parents/caregivers and their children birth to twelve years of age an asset
Use of a vehicle an asset.

Job Requirements

30 years of age or younger, as per the funding guidelines.
Legally entitled to work in Canada:
Canadian citizen, permanent Resident or person who has been granted refugee status
Criminal Record Check

Please submit your resume and cover letter to info@richmondfamilyplace.ca. The posting will remain open until filled.

Thank you in advance for your interest but only those shortlisted for an interview will be contacted.

Resumes without a cover letter will not be considered

Richmond Family Place Society is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability or age.

If you wish to join our organization but cannot see any suitable position, please consider taking a look at our Volunteer positions.