Child and Youth Worker

Canadian National Institute for the Blind•Ottawa, ON

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

Reporting to the Program Lead, Next Generation- Ontario East, this position supports program staff running in person and/or virtual summer camps. The Child and Youth Worker ~Program Coordinator will assist in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of summer programs for children and youth that experience vision loss. Additional duties may be assigned as required.

Requirements

Good written and oral communication skills.
Good technology awareness and computer skills, including working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Outlook and Zoom.
Strong attention to detail.
Strong interpersonal and diplomacy skills.
Demonstrates mature and sensitive nature when dealing with the needs of persons experiencing sight loss.
Must be able to work independently.
Must be able to travel independently within the region via public transit or car (taxi, Uber etc.).
Experience working with the general public.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of not-for-profit community resources is an asset.
Working knowledge of technical aids and devices for people with vision loss is an asset.
University or community college student preferred.
Related Fields of Study include social services, health studies, child and youth studies, disability studies, administration, communications, technology, customer service.

Responsibilities

Office availability (in-person) OR virtual as required by circumstance.
Research and arrange activities with third party organizations, recreational groups, and guest speakers.
Supervise program participants during recreational activities and outings.
Assist in the planning and implementation of all children and youth summer programming as requested.
Assist with administrative tasks including parent/participant and community organizations correspondence and attendance records.
Respond to general inquiries regarding summer programs.
Ensure participants have all necessary materials in preferred accessible formats.
Assist in the recruitment of volunteers for summer camps and coordinate volunteer orientation session as well as required materials.
Arrange and accompany participants on day trips in the community.
Provide ongoing support to participants in a mentoring role.
Provide scheduled guests and speakers with Zoom links and relevant instructions.
Manage Zoom meetings including opening sessions, coordination of participants and monitoring of break out rooms as required.
Assist Guest Speakers with screen sharing and technical requirements.
Assist in providing supervision for individuals participating in programs as assigned.
Demonstrate assistive technology, including Voiceover and various apps for iPhone and iPad (instruction is provided).
Other duties as assigned.
Communicates in a professional manner, both written and orally, at both internal and external levels as required.
Liaises with participants, parents, community partners and staff.
Works both independently and collaboratively as a team member.
Participates in team meetings and other activities as required.
Works under the general direction of established processes and listens to instructions constructively.
Ability to provide timely and creative solutions and recommendations for process improvements.
Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.
Ability to manage time, organize and prioritise workload demands within time constraints.
Possess a positive, resourceful, adaptive, and self-motivated attitude.
This position works with private and confidential material.
Consults with supervisor for guidance when unsure.
Exercises judgment and tact when dealing with individuals and knowing when to elevate issues to the next level.
The ability to function with limited supervision when required.
Takes initiative in providing information and assistance to participants regarding programs, and in providing administrative support to the office, and recognizes when a task needs to be completed.