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SUMMER STUDENT OPPORTUNITY - Jacob Hespeler Child Care Centre

5/29/2017

SUMMER STUDENT OPPORTUNITY ~ ECE EDUCATORS
May 29, 2017

Locations: Jacob Hespeler Child Care Centre Locations in Cambridge, Kitchener and Waterloo

We are currently accepting applications for Summer Student positions.

These positions will report to the Supervisor of the Child Care Centre. The successful applicant will have exposure to “How Does Learning Happen? Ontario’s Pedagogy for the Early Years (2014)” as this document is used for the purpose of guiding licensed child care programs under subsection 55 (3) of the CCEYA. The successful applicant will work 35 hours per week at a rate of $11.46 per hour. The position will start on July 10th and end on August 25th.

In order to qualify for these positions you must:

a) be between the age of 15 and 30 years of age (inclusive) at the start of employment;
b) be registered as a full-time student during the preceding academic year;
c) intend to return to school on a full-time basis during the next academic year;
d) be a student in a secondary, post-secondary, vocation or technical program;
e) be a Canadian Citizen, permanent resident or person on whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act and
f) be legally entitled to work according to the relevant provincial/territorial legislation and regulations.

Candidates are asked to submit a resume and letter of application with updated professional development no later than 12:00 noon on Friday June 9th, 2017 to: jhcc@bellnet.ca

Attention: Ann Blondeau, Executive Director

Jacob Hespeler Child Care Centre
640 New Hampshire Street
Waterloo, Ontario
N2K 0A5
Website: jhchildcare.com

HOUSING SUPPORT COORDINATOR

5/25/2017

YWCA Kitchener-Waterloo invites applications for the full-time, non-union position of:

HOUSING SUPPORT COORDINATOR
The Housing Support Coordinator works collaboratively to assist individuals and families to secure and maintain safe, affordable housing by assessing housing needs and supports, developing and implementing action plans, assisting with housing search related activities, partnering with landlords and housing providers to ensure appropriate housing placement and provide post placement follow-up.

Qualifications:

Successful completion of an undergraduate degree in Social Services or equivalent human services education and a minimum of three years’ work experience with individuals in a supportive housing setting preferred.
Masters in Social Work would be an asset.

Conceptual and theoretical knowledge of strength based mental health approaches, addictions, trauma, violence against women, women in conflict with the law, youth and adolescents, crisis and suicide intervention
Proven skills in provision of services to persons experiencing homelessness, rapid rehousing, case management, support, counseling, conflict resolution, crisis intervention and suicide prevention and de-escalation skills
Demonstrated skill in the areas of program development, training and supervision of staff, budgeting, expenditure and revenue control
The position requires a tolerance of ambiguity and the ability to be able to change tasks or directions with ease, make back up plans, and adapt ways of providing support to the needs of diverse individuals
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Computer skills in Microsoft Office
First Aid and CPR Level C Certification
Naloxone/Overdose Prevention Training
Valid driver’s license, clean driving record

All employees of the YWCA are expected to demonstrate respect, empathy, and accountability to the people who access our services, and to attend work regularly as regular attendance is critical to maintaining the highest quality and level of service expected in delivering services.

Starting Hourly Rate:    $24.65 per hour
Hours:                          37.5 hours per week (days, one evening per week, on-call duties)

Please respond in writing by 5:00 p.m. Wednesday, May 31, 2017 to:
Hiring Committee
YWCA Kitchener-Waterloo
153 Frederick Street
Kitchener, ON N2H 2M2
Fax: 519-576-0129   Email: HR@ywcakw.on.ca

YWCA Kitchener-Waterloo is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from individuals
of all races, colour, ethnic origin, religions, abilities, gender identity, and sexual orientations.

YWCA Kitchener-Waterloo is committed to providing accommodations to people with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If you require accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.

No phone calls please. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Butterfly Learning Centre- OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR

5/16/2017

Title:               Office Administrator – Butterfly Learning Centre
Reports to: Executive Director
Location:        30 Bathurst Drive, Waterloo, ON N2V 1V6
Job Type:       Full-Time, 37.5 hours/week

Butterfly Learning Centre (BLC) is a non-profit, charitable corporation that provides child care services for families in Waterloo Region. BLC continually strives to improve its learning and working environment. As a leading early childhood education institution in the Region, BLC’s goal is to enrich the learning experience of all children, families and staff. We offer competitive salary, benefits, and professional development opportunities, all while working in a collaborative team environment. We are currently hiring for the following position:
Office Administrator
Principal Duties & Responsibilities:

Process Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable
Process month-end and year-end financial records, assisting in annual financial audit
Assist with Registration of new children
Assist with HR processes
Maintain childcare database
Support general operations of the office
Maintain website
Answer phones/respond to email inquiries

Qualifications:

Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word and Outlook
Excellent written/oral communication skills
Accounting knowledge. Knowledge of QuickBooks an asset
Experience in website maintenance an asset

Butterfly Learning Centre is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants should apply to this position by sending their resume to info@butterflylearningcentre.com, no later than Thursday, May 25, 2017. Only those applicants invited for an interview will be contacted. We thank everyone who applies.

Human Resources Assistant - YWCA Kitchener-Waterloo

5/1/2017

Applications are invited for the temporary, full-time position of:
Human Resources Assistant
(9 week contract)

The Human Resources Assistant will be responsible for the delivery of administrative systems and supports to the human resource department.

Responsibilities:

Development and delivery of Health and Safety Training Modules
Auditing the Association’s Health and Safety Program, recommending improvements and overseeing the implementation of improvement measurers
Designing a new employee orientation program and assisting with orientations
Updating personnel policy manuals

Qualifications:

Currently enrolled in a full-time Human Resources Management program
Experience with PowerPoint, Adobe Captivate, or similar software
Strong self-organization and self-management skills with emphasis on self-initiation and follow through.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Hourly Rate: $16.00
Hours: 30 hours per week, 9 week contract.

Please submit your application in writing by May 12, 2017 to:

Maureen Wright, Director of Human Resources
YWCA Kitchener-Waterloo
153 Frederick Street
Kitchener, ON N2H 2M2
Email: maureen.wright@ywcakw.on.ca

YWCA Kitchener-Waterloo is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from individuals
of all races, colour, ethnic origin, religions, abilities, gender identity, and sexual orientations.
No phone calls please. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

YWCA Kitchener-Waterloo is committed to providing accommodations to people with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If you require accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.

SUMMER STUDENT OPPORTUNITY - Jacob Hespeler Child Care Centre

HOUSING SUPPORT COORDINATOR

Butterfly Learning Centre- OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR

Human Resources Assistant - YWCA Kitchener-Waterloo

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