Summer Programs Coordinator

George Jeffrey Children’s Centre (GJCC) is currently seeking an enthusiastic Summer Programs Coordinator to work with our team of rehabilitation specialists!  In collaboration with our Recreation and Leisure Facilitator, the Summer Programs Coordinator will help to develop summer recreation and leisure opportunities for children and youth, ages 6 to 19, with physical, communication and developmental needs.

Primary responsibilities will include:

• Planning, coordinating and executing summer programs, which are geared toward the enhancement of language development and communication skills, development of fine and gross motor skills, and the development of social skills.
• Collaboration with other community agencies and staff.
• Supporting children and youth with physical and developmental disabilities.
• Organization of volunteers and activities.
• Assisting with resource loans.
• Assisting with other special projects, as required.

To be considered for this position, candidates should meet the following criteria:

• Must be between 15 to 30-years of age;
• Must be a Canadian Citizen, permanent resident, or someone to whom Refugee Status has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act;
• Hold a valid Social Insurance Number at the start of employment;
• Have interest in pursuing related education and career; for example, in recreation therapy, paediatric health sciences, physiotherapy, occupational therapy, speech-language pathology, social work, education or other;
• Excellent communication and organizational skills;
• Demonstrated creativity and a passion for working with children;
• Be a self-starter, who is motivated to set and achieve goals;
• Previous experience planning and facilitating activities for groups of children;
• Previous experience working with children with disabilities;
• Issued a valid Ontario Driver’s License and have access to a personal vehicle.

This position will be for 9 weeks, beginning June 29, 2026, to August 28, 2026, and the hourly rate of pay is $19.00.