Office Assistant – Canada Summer – 2 Positions

The St. Demetrius Residence is a seniors building located in Etobicoke with 25+ apartment units housing 30+ tenants predominantly of Ukrainian descent. We are committed to providing excellence in service delivery in a setting that is sensitive and respectful to the cultural and spiritual needs of all the tenants.

TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Office Assistants will report to the Director of Housing and/or her delegate and be responsible for a range of activities including:

Organize and implement the summer social programs and events for tenants within the context of and in compliance with all infection control protocols in place, including COVID-1+
Plan and develop materials and events for seniors/tenants within the context of and in compliance with all infection control protocols in place, including COVID-1+.
Education sessions for tenants in ensuring they are protected for infectious diseases including COVID-1+ among others.
Assist with the preparation of community materials including newsletters, brochures, and other materials
Assist with the implementation and data input of several surveys
Assist with administrative projects as required
Follow the Occupational Health and Safety Act in all job duties

The successful participants will possess:

Knowledge of Program/Project Management /Community services/ Activation/ Gerontology
Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Legislation.
Excellent communication and customer service skills
Excellent computer skills (including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher)
Organizational and time management skills

This is a 35 hrs. per week placement for a period of 8 weeks. Hourly rate: $ 18.00 plus 4% vacation pay.

Please note: In order to qualify for this placement, applicants must be: -between 18 and 30 years of age; -a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person on whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act and; -have a valid SIN and be legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with relevant provincial or territorial legislation and regulations.

Interested applicants are invited to forward their resume and cover letter in confidence to:

Human Resources St. Demetrius (Ukrainian Catholic) Development Corporation E-mail: ballende@stdemetrius.ca

The St. Demetrius Residence accommodates the needs of job applicants throughout the recruitment and selection process in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.