Recreation Program Assistant

The Recreation Program Assistant will assist the Hub Programmer and Coordinator in the planning and delivery of a variety of recreation events and programs. This position is divided into two phases, with regular hours during the school year from September 1st to April 30th, and extended hours during the summer from May 1st to August 31st.

During the school year, this position offers 15 hours a week, primarily based around the Lighthouse after school program which takes place Monday to Friday from 3:30pm to 5:30pm, with some evenings and weekends as required. The Program Assistant will assist in planning activities, scheduling and directing Recreation Leaders, and supervising youth participants for Lighthouse, as well as other duties as required.

During the summer, this position will be extended to 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm, with some evenings and weekends as required. The Program Assistant will participate in the planning, promotion, and delivery of a variety of events and programs with an emphasis on Heritage and Green initiatives. These include the Doors Open historical tours, the National Garden Day celebration, Tidy-Up Tuesday neighborhood cleanups, and the Adopt-A-Bed volunteer program. Tasks include coordinating volunteers and participants, soliciting local businesses for sponsorships and donations, creating promotional materials, and community engagement, as well as other duties as required.