Administrative Assistant Summer Student Contract

Are you looking for a summer employment opportunity in administration

Hiring for this position is subject to the Canada Summer Job Program funding.

LCDS has been providing support to people with varying abilities for over 70 years! Our vision is Inclusive Communities Innovative Leaders and our mission is to Empower People with Developmental Disabilities. We honour the dignity and uniqueness of each person through our core values of Care Connection and Excellence.

Position: Administrative Assistant: Contract Summer Student

Contract: May 4 2026 August 21 2026

Hours: Up to 40 hours per week

Rate of pay: $17.60 per hour

Location: Petrolia Ontario

What we are hiring for:

We are currently hiring a Contract Summer Student Administrative Assistant at our Administration Office in Petrolia Ontario.

The successful candidate will work within the Administration and Accounting departments on a variety of initiatives such as assisting with data entry projects. They will also be assisting with administrative tasks such as filing and maintaining personnel records employee mailouts and other duties as assigned.

We are looking an enthusiastic hardworking and professional candidate. Enrollment in an Accounting or other administration-related program considered an asset. Applicant must have strong computer skills - especially with Microsoft 365 be detail-oriented and organized and be comfortable speaking and working with others across multiple departments.

Application deadline: April 22 2026

Requirements of the Canada Summer Jobs Program for this position:

• Be between 15 and 30 years of age at the beginning of the employment period
• 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
• 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

What we offer:

• Corporate Retail Mobility and Entertainment Discounts
• Training and Development Opportunities

About LCDS:

Lambton County Developmental Services started back in 1955 when a group of parents whose children with developmental disabilities came together while dreaming of a life without limitation for their loved ones. We focus on ability respecting that each persons life and path are unique; one person at a time!

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Learn more about core competencies for this position and behaviour-based interviewing:

LCDS is an equal opportunity employer and we value the importance of diversity dignity and worth of every individual in the workplace. We are committed to fostering a culture of inclusiveness in our organization and in our recruitment process. If you are contacted by LCDS regarding a job opportunity please advise if you require accommodation and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs.

Inclusive Communities Innovative Leaders

Empowering People with Developmental Disabilities

Required Experience:

Junior IC