Summer Program Assistant
- Program stream:
- Young Canada Works in Both Official Languages
- Job title:
- Summer Program Assistant
- Organization name:
- Whitby Public Library
- Job location:
- Whitby, Ontario
- Length of assignment:
- 2023-05-29 to 2023-08-19 (12 weeks)
- Hourly wage:
- $20.00
Summer -- 12-Week Appointment
The Whitby Public Library is seeking qualified candidates for the above position.
This position is made possible through the Young Canada Works in Both Official Languages program. This program allows young Canadians to gain practical work experience related to their studies and explore career opportunities, while improving their second language skills and earning money to help pay for their education.
This position offers the opportunity to work within a collaborative work environment in a growing and successful library system in the growing and vibrant community of Whitby, Ontario. Reporting to the Department Head – Children's and Adult Fiction, the successful candidate for this 35-hour per week position is passionate about providing excellent customer service and creating meaningful connections with our customers.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Young Canada Works requires candidates to be between the ages of 16 and 30 and be a high school, college or university student. Preference will be given to candidates who have completed a postsecondary degree. Excellent communication skills, knowledge of children’s literature, and critical thinking skills are required. Fluency in both English and French are required. The candidate should enjoy and have experience working with children and teens. Both maturity and a sense of fun are essential.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Summer Program Assistant will work in the Children’s Department to deliver programs to children and young teens to promote literacy and reading, including special community programs and events. The Assistant will provide family programs in both English and French and weekly programs for Summer Reading Club as well as oversee a French Reading program.
This temporary position runs from May 29-August 19, 2023. 35 hours per week. $20.00 per hour.
For your safety and the safety of others, you will be required to demonstrate in writing, from an Ontario Ministry of Health authorized site, that you are fully vaccinated for COVID-19 as of your hire date. Vaccination requirements are subject to bona fide medical and/or human rights exemptions. Any request for an exemption will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis, as per our COVID-19 Vaccine Policy, and would be subject to the Library’s accommodation process.
Address applications to:
Ms. Michelle Frenette, Director Corporate Services
Whitby Public Library, 405 Dundas St. W., Whitby, ON, L1N 6A1
jobs@whitbylibrary.ca
www.whitbylibrary.ca
Deadline for receipt of applications is Monday, March 20, 2023 at 5:00 p.m.
The Whitby Public Library is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environments. Please advise Corporate Services of any accommodations needed to ensure your access to a fair and equitable process. Any information received relating to accommodation will be addressed confidentially.
Acknowledgement will only be forwarded to those applicants who are invited for an interview.
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