Administrative Program Support Worker Trainee

About Native Child:

Native Child and Family Services of Toronto, (NCFST) strives to provide a life of quality, well-being, caring and healing for our children and families in the Toronto Indigenous Community. We do this by creating a service model that is culture-based and respects the values of Native people, the extended family, and the right to self-determination and through the integration of holistic, culturally based prevention services that are child centered, family focused, and community driven.

At Native Child, we are guided by our purpose: Honoring Our Roots, Embracing Our Future. We are inspired to be and do our best, recognizing the profound impact we have on our communities, our people, and our shared heritage. Our commitment to preserving and celebrating Indigenous culture drives us to be a leading force in our region. Here, you are welcomed into an inclusive and supportive environment that values each individual's contributions and fosters collective success.

Why You’ll Love It At Native Child

• Competitive Benefits Package, tailored to meet your needs, including health and dental coverage, life, short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Access to Employee and Family Assistance Program.
• A Retirement and Savings Plan that provides you with the opportunity to build and add value to your savings.
• Learning and Development opportunities to fuel your professional growth.
• Maternity leave top-up
• Generous Paid Vacation and Days-off
• A Culturally rounded environment celebrating our roots

Ready to make an impact:

Position Summary:

Reporting to the Manager, Administration Services, the Administrative Program Support Worker Trainee will provide administrative and program support to various departments within the agency.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support on and off-site agency events, programs, cultural ceremonies.
• Prepare craft supplies and kits for upcoming events.
• Order traditional medicines and keep inventory of supplies.
• Package and prepare medicine orders for staff and groups.
• Harvest medicines from rooftop garden.
• Assist with land-based cultural programming, site logistics, set up, and tear down. 
• Provide support to Elders, Knowledge Carriers, and Cultural Resource Workers.
• Design and distribute outreach materials, both virtual and print material. 
• Promote agency programs, special events and initiatives within the Indigenous Community. 
• Support with staff calendars, scheduling appointments.
• Compile/input data for statistical reporting. 
• Gather resources.
• Assist with virtual video conferencing platforms (MS Team and Zoom). 
• Screen and respond to general phone and email inquiries.
• Type, from written or dictated information, a variety of material, such as memos, letters, reports, schedules, appointment lists, recordings and minutes. 
• Assist in preparing various types of correspondence including incoming/outgoing mail, memos, letters, reports, schedules, etc. 
• Scan/copy/fax documents.
• Purchase and prepare food for groups, meetings, and events. 
• Deliver supplies to community members. 
• Other duties, as required. 

Minimum Qualifications and Skills:

Experience And Skilled Knowledge Requirements

Potential candidates must be registered or eligible to register with Miziwe Biik Aboriginal Employment and Training.

Applicants for this role rust be First Nations, Inuit or Metis and reside within the Greater Toronto Area.

Preferred Skills/Capabilities

 A thorough understanding of Indigenous teachings and ceremonies.

Great organizational skills, ability to multitask, initiative and respect for confidentiality.

An understanding of Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams).

Knowledge of local community resources.

Valid Safe Food Handlers and CPR/First Aid, an asset, but not required.

G class driver’s licence and access to a reliable vehicle, an asset, but not required. 

*Please note that the successful candidate is required to complete a background check and obtain a Vulnerable Sector Check.

Work Environment:

• Standard office environment; minimal physical demands.

Additional Information

Interested in this role, but don't meet every requirement? We encourage you to apply online! We know from experience that a candidate doesn't need 100% of the qualifications listed to bring incredible value to our team. 

Visit our LinkedIn Company Page or follow us on LinkedIn.

Our Commitment:

• We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion and does not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected ground. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, including those from Indigenous backgrounds.
• In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, Native Child will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection process to applicants with disabilities as required. If you require accommodation during the interview process, please contact Human Resources at hrncfst@nativechild.org.
• We thank all applicants for showing an interest in this position. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Come join our team - and help create a difference in the community