After School Snack Program Worker

Albion Neighbourhood Services•Toronto, ON

4d•CA$20•Onsite

About The Position

The After School Snack Program Worker helps plan and run after-school activities, trips, and events for children and youth aged 4–24 who live in north Etobicoke. This role is key to the day-to-day operations of the program, involving leading activities, preparing snacks, and serving as a positive influence for participants.

Requirements

Basic knowledge of food hygiene, health and safety, first aid, safe lifting, and fire prevention
Ability to follow Canada's Food Guide when planning menus
Located in or near the M9V postal code
Experience delivering a nutrition or food preparation program involving children and youth
Experience working or volunteering with culturally diverse children
Experience supervising children and youth
Strong written and verbal communication skills in English
Good organizational and interpersonal skills
Clear police record check (vulnerable sector)
Current Emergency First Aid certificate
WHMIS training/certification
Food Handling certificate

Responsibilities

Plan and lead age-appropriate activities for after-school participants, in line with funder requirements
Help deliver the program's three core components: homework and arts & crafts; snack preparation and nutrition activities; and sports and physical activities
Supervise participants throughout after-school programming
Help create a positive, creative, and emotionally supportive environment
Model and teach positive social interaction and problem-solving skills
Keep the program space safe, clean, and well-stocked with supplies
Be available to work occasional evening shifts
Report any challenges or emergencies to the Site Lead/Coordinator promptly
Work collaboratively with the team to plan and deliver activities, events, and trips
Identify your own training needs and growth opportunities
Attend team and staff meetings
Record and maintain participant information in Kidtrax
Keep attendance records and site information up to date
Record, maintain, and submit incident reports as needed
Submit timesheets on time
Plan, prepare, and help run the daily snack program
Set up and clean up the site each day
Help prepare and serve snacks
Help maintain the cleanliness and safety of kitchen equipment
Follow all policies on child protection, food hygiene, health and safety, and confidentiality, reporting concerns to the Program Manager
Assist with grocery shopping for the program
Attend and actively take part in BGC staff meetings and special event meetings