Share Email Opening Title Site Coordinator- Spiral Garden  Category Recreation and Arts   Req Number REC-18-00009   Open Date 3/21/2018   Number of Openings 1   Department Centre for the Arts  Work type Temporary Full-Time  Grade None Specified  FTE 1.0  Posting Close Date 04/01/2018  Description The successful candidate will be required to work during the period of June 4, 2018 to August 31, 2018. Key Responsibilities Prepare and set up outdoor program area/site including building outdoor structures/furniture (eg. Benches, shelves, support structures) Mentor and supervise a large group of program volunteers, assigning duties, daily supervision and regular evaluation. Direct volunteers to support the needs of the program participants, artistic staff and care team staff. Monitor the safety and practical aspects of the day to day operation of the Spiral Garden site including assistance with large scale garden projects (eg. digging compost piles, building compost bins, material moving, etc) Greet parents, children and any visitors as they check in at the beginning and at the end of the day and direct them appropriately, as needed. Working with the Care Team Coordinator, be aware of and address the needs of the participants Participate in daily staff meetings communicating any site and/or volunteer issues to the larger team. Together with the Care Team Coordinator, create and supervise daily lunch schedule for children and staff Work effectively in a team environment to provide a safe, stimulating experience for all participants, volunteers and staff members. Will be required to work long days (up to 42.5 hrs per week) including early morning arrival Qualifications Outdoor and Adventure Education Diploma or Degree or equivalent Experience working with volunteers, providing direction, support and evaluation Knowledge of and experience working with children and youth with diverse needs. Building/Carpentry skills WHIMIS and/or Health and Safety Certification Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Certification or equivalent Sensitivity to the needs of program participants and their families. Ability to maintain awareness of day to day duties while providing supervision and trouble-shooting support as required. Ability to think quickly, anticipate concerns and problem solve effectively. Standard First Aid and CPR C Excellent communication and time management skills. Ability to work independently and as a member of a larger team. Adaptability, flexibility and ability to multi task.   About the Organization Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital creates a world of possibility by supporting children and youth with disabilities, medical complexity, illness and injury. All of our work is guided by our strategic plan, Transformative Care, Inclusive World: Holland Bloorview 2030. The plan: https://strategicplan.hollandbloorview.ca/ To get a glimpse as to who Holland Bloorview is, we invite you to watch the Dear Everybody, This is Holland Bloorview video. Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kbp-WhflXXo&feature=youtu.be Holland Bloorview is committed to fostering a climate of inclusion, diversity, equity accessibility, and anti-racism (IDEAA). This commitment is central to, and mutually supportive of, our research excellence mandate. We welcome and respect the diversity of all members of our community and we seek to create an inclusive culture for our clients, families, research scientists, staff, participants, trainees, volunteers, trustees, and partners. To help in our journey towards fully reflecting the communities we partner with, we welcome and encourage applications from Black individuals and other racialized persons, Indigenous Peoples, women, persons with disabilities, LGBTQI2SA+ persons, and others who may contribute to further diversification of ideas within our community. Holland Bloorview is committed to fair assessment of a candidate's abilities, and consideration for diversity of thought, method, and experience, including non-traditional career paths. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, accommodation will be provided throughout the recruitment process to applicants with disabilities. Please notify us of any accommodations that you require by contacting humanresources@hollandbloorview.ca or 416-425-6220.   This position is currently not accepting applications. To search for an open position, please go to http://hollandbloorview.appone.com WE ALSO RECOMMEND Other Jobs Within Same Category Aquatics Program Assistant in Toronto, ON Posted on: 4/1/2024 [Apply Now] Swim Instructor & Lifeguard in Toronto, ON Posted on: 12/15/2023 [Apply Now] Aquafitness Instructor in Toronto, ON Posted on: 9/9/2021 [Apply Now] Other Jobs Within 60 Miles -- None found -- Follow us See who works here: