CSJ Thrive Summer Program Instructor

Position: Thrive Summer Camp Program Instructor Location: 1 Jim Flaherty St. Whitby ONAssignment: Full-time Hourly Contract (37.5 hours/week for 9 weeks) Pay Rate: $18.60 per hour Start/End Dates: June 22 2026 August 21 2026Openings: Number of openings is dependent on funding received from Canada Summer Jobs. You Belong!We exist to unlock potential through the innovation of accessibility and to create a better barrier-free life for all Canadians. We strive to achieve this by reimagining accessibility and redefining the way Canadians live work and play. Our organization values being person-centred genuine flexible innovative and collaborative. As an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion we welcome and encourage applications from all persons including but not limited to persons with disabilities racialized and Indigenous persons persons of any gender identity and sexual orientation and newcomers. We provide variations and accommodations at all stages of the employment and are committed to improving our process to be more accessible and equitable. We understand that no one will ever meet all the qualifications or feel completely confident in performing every duty listed and thats okay! We are committed to the development of our employees and provide on-the-job training and mentorship. Unless it says required (bolded for emphasis) please do not let any other qualification or duty discourage you from applying. If you have any issues with the online application or have any questions about the job please email We look forward to learning more about you and how you may be the person were looking for through your application!The Position:Reporting to the Manager Thrive the Summer Camp Program Instructor will assist with the facilitation of the Thrive Summer Camp Programs. The summer programs provide opportunity to spend the week engaged in meaningful integrated programming in the areas of sports & fitness arts life skills and social recreation. The focus of Thrive is to improve the health community access and independence of participants with a focus on resiliency well-being and quality of life. Canada Summer Jobs (CSJ) Eligibility: You are between 15 and 30 years of age at the start of the employment. You are 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*;You have a valid Social Insurance Number at the start of employment and legally entitled to work in Canada.*International students are not eligible. International students include anyone who is temporarily in Canada for studies and who is not a Canadian citizen permanent resident or person who has been granted refugee status in Canada. Youth awaiting a refugee status ruling as well as those who hold a temporary visitor visa youth visa or work visa are ineligible. As the objective of the Canada Summer Jobs program is to support youth entering the Canadian labour market the temporary nature of an international students time in Canada does not allow for a long-term connection to the labour Youll Do:Work in person settings for implementation of summer activities and programsEnsure program adaptation for participants of all abilitiesthrough planning and implementation of adaptations and modifications toactivitiesEnsure safety and supervision of programparticipantsAssist with programevaluationAssist with set-up and tidying of daily program activitiesCommunicate withteam leads andother staff to coordinate activities for thedayParticipate in daily de-briefs with staff and students to discuss challenges concerns andsuccessesBe available to help in other areas of the summer program as a member of the staff team whenneededInspire confidence and self-esteem in program participants through respect acceptance and focus on strengths and achievementsFoster a work environment that values and encourages teamwork andempowermentComfortable assisting with behavioral needs toileting and feeding - if necessaryWhat Youll Bring: Education and Experience. University or college program inDisability StudiesRecreation and Leisure Developmental Service Worker Social Service WorkerOccupational TherapistRecreational Therapy Health StudiesPhysicalEducationHealth Sciences Educationor relatedSkills and Knowledge. Familiar with and desire/passion to work with youth and adults with disabilities Knowledge of inclusion accessibility and accommodation an asset Proficient in use of Microsoft Office and Google Suite products Excellent oral and written communication skills; comfortable presenting to large groupsStrong interpersonal and relationship-building skills with a proven ability to establish rapport with people of diverse backgroundsTeam player with a positive attitude; interactions demonstrate accountability authenticity and collaboration Administrative Requirements Required: Current clear criminal record check for the vulnerable sector Required: Current and valid Food Handlers : First Aid/CPR C/AED certificationSafe Management CIT or CPI certification an assetAvailability It is required that you are available for the entire contract to Apply:Please visit our website Deadline to apply is March 16 2026 at 7:00 PM : Major funding for our summer employment positions is provided by the Government of Canada through the Canada Summer Jobs (CSJ) program. As such both the duration of each position (including start and end dates) and the number ofavailable positionsis contingent upon CSJ funding approvaland is subject to changethroughoutthe recruitment process. We expect to receive confirmation of approved funding at thebeginning of Mayand will promptly update all applicants at that time.