Program Coordinator, Recreation

Position Title: Program Coordinator, Recreation
Reports To: Team Lead, Programs MB

I. Scope and Summary of Primary Responsibilities

This funded position through Canada Summer Jobs Program, will afford a youth-aged individual the opportunity to gain experience and learn practical skills associated with working in an organization that empowers people impacted by blindness to live their dreams and tear down barriers to inclusion.

II. Essential Functions

The position entails, but is not limited to the following general responsibilities:

• Assists in researching local community programs and events for participants to attend.
• Working with Program Lead, coordinates in-person camp, an opportunity for the CNIB children and youth participants.
• Builds partnerships with other organizations to ensure that programs are inclusive for blind and partially sighted individuals.
• Assists Program Leads, as required, in carrying out activities related to programs. This may include planning and implementing activities.
• Assists Program Leads with administrative tasks as required.
• Effectively communicates opportunities with volunteers and identifies volunteer interests.
• Assist with planning and implementation of day camps for children who are blind or partially sighted, including: 
  • plan adaptive activities for the camp participants.
  • organize and coordinate volunteers for camp.
  • organize budget and documentation for camp.
  • any other camp duties as assigned.
• Foundation Program participant outreach.
• Other general office duties as assigned that may include reception coverage.

Data-entry and scanning of participant information where required

III. Qualifications

• Attended full time University/College or Senior High School in the past academic year.
• Excellent computer skills using Microsoft Office 365 applications and experience working in databases.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Customer Service experience an asset.
• Experience working with disabilities an asset.
• Applicants will require a police record check prior to offer of employment.

CNIB is committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities and will work with applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of the hiring process