Program Support Worker - Kitchener, Canada - Anishnabeg Outreach Training and Employment Inc

Anishnabeg Outreach Training and Employment Inc

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Kitchener, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Come join our team

_First preference will be given to all qualified Indigenous applicants
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Program Support Worker (Kitchener, ON)

Employment Status:
Full-Time (40 hours/week)

Anishnabeg Outreach is an award winning dynamic and innovative nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering individuals and communities through various programs and initiatives.

We have two centres of healing, a 10-acre farm, and a virtual learning management system called the AONest which delivers reconciliation, early years and senior years support, employment, and self-directed mental health support.

We are committed to fostering growth, development, and positive change in the lives of those we serve. We partner with reserves, friendship centres, agencies, shelters, and some of Canada's best-known companies. We also are committed to staff development and making the world a better place.

As we expand our reach and impact from regional to provincial and national, we are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Program Support Worker to join our team and assist in the successful implementation of various programs and services.

Mission Statement

To assist urban First Nations, Metis and Inuit by creating a sustainable and comprehensive suite of centralized wrap around services and to establish Anishnabeg Outreach as an innovative hub/heart of best practices for economic development, training and employment on reserves.

Vision Statement

Build processes and tools that will position current and future First Nations, Metis, and Inuit generations as prosperous leaders and strategic partners in Canada's future.

If you passionate about Anishnabeg Outreach, Mission and Vision and working with our priority populations and meet the below qualifications, we want to hear from

Scope:

Responsibilities:

Program Assistance:
Provide essential support to program facilitators and managers in planning and organizing various program activities and events.
Assist with logistics, including scheduling meetings, and coordinating necessary resources for program implementation.
Participate in program planning meetings and contribute innovative ideas to enhance program effectiveness and impact.
Help maintain program documentation, records, and data, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.
Participant Support:
Act as a liaison between program participants and facilitators, addressing inquiries, providing information, and offering support.
Assist in participant recruitment efforts by distributing program information within the community and encouraging engagement.
Facilitate workshops, events, and activities, fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment for participants.
Administrative Support:
Assist with administrative tasks, such as preparing reports, maintaining program files, and handling correspondence.
Help with budget tracking, expense reconciliation, and grant reporting to ensure financial compliance and accountability.
Maintain accurate and uptodate records of program expenses, participant attendance, and outcomes.
Program Evaluation:
Support program evaluation efforts by collecting and analyzing data to measure program effectiveness and identify areas for improvement.
Contribute to preparing evaluation reports and presenting findings to the executive team.

Qualifications:

College or postsecondary education in social work, community development, or a related field is an asset.
Knowledge of Indigenous cultures, histories, and traditions, with a strong commitment to cultural preservation and empowerment.
Previous experience in program support, community outreach, or customer service roles is preferred.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage with diverse groups of people in a respectful and culturally sensitive manner.
Strong organizational and time management abilities, with a keen attention to detail.
Proficiency in using office software, such as Microsoft Office Suite and database management systems.

Applications must include:

A cover letter and a complete and uptodate resume.
Documentation to support the qualifications and assets identified above.

How to apply:

If you are interested in this position, please submit a

5:00 p.m. on August 4

th

, 2023.
We are an equal opportunity employer. We thank, in advance, those who apply, but will contact only those who qualify for interviews.

If at any stage in the selection process you require special accommodation, please let us know the nature of the required accommodation.

may not be considered.