We Are Hiring!

We are looking for a professional to cover a leave of absence, undertaking a variety of administrative and program management tasks. You will help in planning and organizing programs and activities as well as carry out important operational duties. To be an excellent program coordinator, you must be organized and detail-oriented, comfortable working with diverse teams. You will also be expected to help facilitate our Social Skills Program, with the ability to travel within York Region and Simcoe County. If you have further skills in program development and community outreach, we’d like to meet you.

Key Responsibilities
· Responsible for the development, implementation of social skills program for children and youth including camps
· Management of intakes and clients inquiries
· Supervises reaching program targets and service expectations, regularly monitors programs evaluations and provides statistical analysis and reports on programs, services, and regular operational activities.

· Creates a recruitment plan for facilitators and training
· Supports with training of facilitators and support the resources needs for the program delivery
· Facilitate when needed, requiring travel to Simcoe County
· Schedule programs dates, oversee daily operations, coordinate the activities of the program and set priorities to manage the programs
· Act as liaison with community partners within York Region and Simcoe
· Mentoring student placements throughout the school year
· Assist with community outreach events, fundraising and public speaking
· Assists with survey development and gathering program feedback
· Create a plan to increase program enrolment
· Reconsolidates registration and creates budgets
· Creates Program Location Profiles and tracks data
· Corresponds with parents and community partners on program event details
· Seeking new opportunities for program growth
· Other duties as assigned

Skills
· Excellent organizational and time management skills
· Ability to multi-task and prioritize jobs
· Ability to communicate effectively
· Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills
· An interest in working both independently and as part of a team in an office setting
· Ability to always maintain confidentiality
· Excellent understanding, keyboarding, and computer skills including Microsoft Teams and Google drives
· Attention to detail
· Willingness to learn
· Creative, organized hardworking, self-motivated, results-oriented

Education and Experience
· Post-secondary education is required, i.e. SW, SSW, Child and Youth Development, or relevant field of study.
· Experience working with educators and students
· Proven working experience in planning or coordinating programs in a non-for-profit setting 2-years minimum
· Experience and understanding of working effectively in a diverse environment
· Sound judgement and decision-making skills with the ability to effectively administer/reinforce policies as appropriate
· Prior experience with technologies used for Learning and Outreach including, but not limited to,
digital audio/video editing, web-based applications, Zoom, Skype, etc.

Other
· Access to vehicle with a insurance liability of $1,000,000.000
· Criminal record and vulnerable sector check
· The use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) may be required
· Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities: fast-paced environment

HOW TO APPLY
· Must be legally eligible to work in Canada. Non-Canadian applicants must have a valid employment Visa and proper documentation authorizing their ability to work in Canada.
· Applications must include a current resume and a cover letter addressed to the Hiring Manager indicating why you wish to join the team, how you would meet the essential criteria for this key position. Email your cover letter and resume [email protected] Subject title: Program Cooridnator. Applications close Agust 28th 2025
· The Learning Disabilities Association of York-Simcoe is committed to diversity and inclusivity in employment and welcomes applications from qualified individuals of diverse backgrounds. LDAYS is also committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities. If you require an accommodation, please let us know and we will work with you

We thank all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Due to the high volume of applicants, we ask that no phone calls are accepted regarding this position.