Casual After School Program Counsellors

Position Title

Casual After School Program Counsellors (5 positions)

August 18, 2025, at 5pm

Temporary Fixed Term Contract, until June 25, 2027

This is a not a Bargaining Unit position.

This posting is for an existing vacancy

A maximum of 15 hours per week. Shifts are Mon-Fri between the hours of 3:00 pm-5:15 pm you may be required to start earlier or finish later depending on program activities). A maximum of 3 hours per day.

$18.60 per hour, plus optional participation in the Agency's HOOPP

Manager, Integrated Care and Experience

Primary location is 115 Grassmere Ave., Oshawa, Ontario.

Durham Community Health Centre (DCHC) is a registered charitable organization that provides integrated, accessible, and equitable community-based primary care, wellness services, and health education for Durham community members facing barriers to health and well-being.

DCHC offers equity-focused programs and services for priority populations, including Indigenous peoples, Black communities, 2

SLGBTQI+ community members, newcomers to Canada, seniors, and clients without a family doctor. This approach helps community members access both preventive care and care when they are ill.

Our interprofessional team includes physicians, nurse practitioners, nurses, counsellors, dietitians, outreach workers, medical secretaries, and administrative staff. Together, we place each client at the centre of care and respond to their needs through integrated clinical care, wellness supports, and health education.

This is an exciting time to join DCHC as we advance an energizing path toward greater impact in local health care. Guided by our Strategic Plan, Theory of Change, brand, client stories, and resources, we are diversifying, expanding, and strengthening how we serve the community.

The After School Program (Youth League) currently offers a wide range of social and recreational activities for children and youth between the ages of 6 and 14. Programs range from after-school programs focusing on healthy child development to sports and recreation programs.

The After School Program Counsellor will create a welcoming, safe, and positive environment for children in Grades 1-8. Provide leadership in planning, and implementing activities such as games, arts & crafts, preparing snacks, physical activities and education through STEM-based activities. Interacting with children to provide motivation, emotional support, mentorship, socialization, life skills, and fostering friendships between participants.

• Plan, organize and supervise after school activities, educational programs (STEM-based), sports programs, and community events
• Encourage and support participation of all participants in activities
• Conduct public relations activities as needed
• Ensure acceptable levels of safety and behaviour at programs
• Participate in monthly staff meetings
• Participate in evaluation of programs and staff (whether they are co-workers or direct reports)
• Other duties as required

• Experience and knowledge in facilitating STEM-based programming, including activities and projects related to Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics
• Previous experience working with children/youth (in a community setting would be a strong asset (i.e. CATCH, High 5 Trainings))
• An undergraduate degree or diploma in a related field preferred
• Strong organizational skills and ability to multi-task
• Access to a reliable vehicle, with valid driver's license, an asset
• Proven ability to take direction and work independently
• Current First Aid/CPR certificate
• Proficiency in the use of computers and software applications (Microsoft Word/Excel)
• Sensitivity to and experience with diversity including:
  Race, culture, religion and sexual orientation

• Effective Communicator
• Collaborative & Relationship Building Skills
• Effective Interpersonal Skills / Team Player
• Strong Time Management & Organizational skills
• Adaptable - to the needs of others; to changing priorities
• Crisis management & Problem-Solving skills
• Ability to Engage and Inspire Children & Youth in STEM-based Activities