Resource Associate-Canada Summer Jobs

YMCA of Greater Toronto•Toronto, ON

13d•$18

About The Position

The Resource Associate provides support to resource staff to ensure appropriate staffing levels are maintained in the centre during operational hours. The position provides encouragement and guides members in the use of computers and resources to find information and to conduct a self-directed job search. The Associate also provides clerical and administrative support related to the Resource Centre. In this role, you will: Guide members on job search methodologies Assist members in the use of computers and other techniques to conduct information searches Maintain comprehensive activity log sheets Prepare member intake and usage documentation Produce written and statistical reports as requested Participate in program marketing Model appropriate behaviours to staff in line with our Mission, Vision and Values; establish rapport and maintains effective relationship building behaviours with staff and members. Represent the YMCA and the Association in a professional manner Understand and integrate the value of philanthropy and volunteerism and imparts this knowledge and belief upon staff, volunteers and members. Other duties as assigned

Requirements

Enrolment in post-secondary education in a related field preferred in Employment Counselling, Business, or Human Resources Management
Previous customer service experience
Knowledge of relevant legislation relating to employment and local labour market opportunities
Some knowledge of relevant legislation relating to employment
Flexibility regarding assigned schedules, including days evenings and weekends
Well-developed interpersonal, and relationship building skills; ability to establish rapport and excellent communication with members, staff and volunteers; excellent written communication skills
Proficient with Microsoft Office including Word, Excel and Power Point
Commitment to working in a socially inclusive environment responding with sensitivity and personal awareness to the diverse needs of members including visible and non-visible dimensions of diversity.
Ability to work in an efficient manner independently and as part of a team
Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and building a sense of belonging
Are between 15 to 30 years of age at the start of the employment
Have a valid Social Insurance Number at the start of employment and be legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with relevant provincial or territorial legislation and regulations.
It is a funding requirement of this position that candidates must be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person to whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act for the duration of the employment
Commitment to the YMCA’s Mission, Vision and Values
Focus on the health, safety and wellbeing of all children, youth, and vulnerable people in YMCA programs including understanding legal and moral obligations related to reporting suspected child abuse to Child Protection Services
YMCA Competencies: Accountable, Relationship-Builder, Improvement-Orientated, Team Player & Leader, Equity and Wellbeing Promoter

Responsibilities

Guide members on job search methodologies
Assist members in the use of computers and other techniques to conduct information searches
Maintain comprehensive activity log sheets
Prepare member intake and usage documentation
Produce written and statistical reports as requested
Participate in program marketing
Model appropriate behaviours to staff in line with our Mission, Vision and Values; establish rapport and maintains effective relationship building behaviours with staff and members. Represent the YMCA and the Association in a professional manner
Understand and integrate the value of philanthropy and volunteerism and imparts this knowledge and belief upon staff, volunteers and members
Other duties as assigned

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