Student - Youth Event Leader - London, Canada - Thames Valley Children's Centre (TVCC)

Thames Valley Children's Centre (TVCC)

Verified Company

London, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

beBee Recruiter

Description

We are seeking a student to work 37.5 hours per week as a Youth Event Leader with the TVCC Wellness Project team providing services to youth-aged clients with disabilities (i.e., autism spectrum disorder, physical disabilities, communication disorders and/or developmental disabilities).

This fixed term positions will begin in May 2024 and end in August 2024. The designated office will be London.

Responsibilities:

Support the coordination and provision of both virtual and inperson summer activities and education for clients.
Facilitate participation of TVCC clients in community activities to build life skills.
Assist with the development of best practices and evidence informed services (e.g., literature review) and resources for clients and families.
Adhere to the deliverables, processes, and guidelines of services for clients.
Work with teams to complete all applicable event planning documents and forms.
Assist with and provide input for evaluation methods for youthoriented activities.
Provide input on and participate in related youth activities (e.g., Services for Youth, Outcome Measures for Youth, Trailblazers Youth Advisory Council).
Provide perspective to TVCC on youth engagement.
Complete administrative tasks such as AlayaCare Planning Calendar, yearend event reports or as requested by the FACS manager.

Qualifications:

Enrolment in a related University or College program;
Experience with group facilitation and event planning;
Understanding of risk management when working with clients;
Ability to work independently, as well as collaboratively within an integrated team;
Strong communication skills, both written and oral, with or without assistive devices or assistive technology, including the ability to communicate effectively in groups and individually;
Demonstrated initiative and the ability to work with mínimal supervision;
Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines;
Creative problem solving skills;
Strong computer skills including proficiency with Microsoft 365, as well as familiarity with social networking tools and video conferencing software (e.g., Teams,);
Ability to travel within London and Southwestern Ontario would be considered an asset.

Application Deadline:

April 1st, 2024

Interested in Applying?:

Please note that TVCC has a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy. Any offer of employment will be conditional on providing proof of vaccination in accordance with our policy.