26 Oct
Town of Ajax
Ajax
Experience it – Ajax!
The Town of Ajax, situated on the northern shore of Lake Ontario, is an innovative municipal sector leader that provides a variety of services to one of the fastest growing communities in Ontario. With over 130,000 residents, Ajax's rich heritage and culturally diverse community make it a great place to work and live.
Part Time Program Leader - Drop-In and/or General Programs (Seasonal Programs)
Reporting to the Community Recreation Coordinator, the Program Leader is accountable for planning and implementing safe, enjoyable and diverse drop-in programs and events, and assisting program the Program Instructors in assigned classes for children, youth and adults.
Key Duties
- Assists with the development and implementation of a safe, enjoyable sports program under the supervision of the Community Recreation Coordinator, working in accordance with the Program Instructor.
- Actively involved in leading/assisting all activities during program operation.
- Provides leadership, support, and resource knowledge to volunteers.
- Maintains program schedules and ensures deadlines are met.
- Monitors the arrival and departure of participants from programs.
- Works cooperatively and maintains ongoing and effective communication with participants, and the Community Recreation Coordinator.
- Abides by the Town of Ajax Policies and acts in a professional manner at all times.
- Ensures that the necessary equipment and supplies are available, set up, and that such equipment and supplies are maintained in a safe condition.
- Assists with general maintenance of program space (sweeping, litter control, etc.).
- Promotes an environment of safety and respect among participants in the program.
- Creates an environment that fosters a positive and inclusive program experience.
- Performs administrative tasks necessary to support the program.
- Other duties as assigned by the Community Recreation Coordinator or Program Instructor.
Qualifications/Skills
- Must be a minimum 16 years of age or older.
- Previous experience working with a variety of ages in a recreational setting.
- Excellent organization, time management and planning skills.
- Self-motivated, positive, confident and approachable.
- Ability to work with minimal supervision.
- Current Standard First Aid with CPR C certification.
- HIGH FIVE - Principles of Healthy Child Development certification.
- Able to provide a current Criminal Reference Check (including Vulnerable Sector Search)
that is satisfactory to the Town (dated within last 6 months)
Nice to Have
- Preferred 1 or more years’ experience related to the delivery of programs and services.
What is Offered to Staff
- Rate of Pay: $17.99 - $19.56 per hour.
- Hours of Work: This is a non-union position that works up to 24 hours per week. The hours of work are Sunday to Saturday, various shifts between 10:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.
- Town Perks: The Town offers part-time staff access to an Employee & Family Service Program, Health & Wellness Program, Town of Ajax Fitness Centre Combo Membership and a defined pension plan (OMERS pension - https://www.omers.com).
How to Apply
This position is being advertised concurrently to internal and external candidates and applications are accepted online. To apply to this position, please click the ‘Apply Now’ button below.
Internal closing date: 11:59 p.m. on October 31, 2024
External closing date: 11:59 p.m. on November 7, 2024
We would like to thank all applicants however, please note that only those selected to attend an interview will be contacted and all other applicants will be kept on file. Applicants are advised that written, oral and practical testing may form part of the selection process.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The Town of Ajax is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and accessibility within the workplace where all employees feel valued, respected and supported. As a best practice employer,
the Town embraces diversity and gender expression through policy, staff training and providing positive spaces. The Town encourages applications from all qualified candidates. If selected for an interview, please inform Human Resources staff of any accommodation you may require during the process.
▶️ Part Time Program Leader - Drop-In/General Programs
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