Summer Student - Child Services Assistant

Summer Student - Child Services Assistant

January 09, 2026

Community and Human Services

Job Description:

• Assisting in maintaining a caseload of subsidized child care files
• Meet with parents to complete an Income test and legislated forms to determine eligibility for subsidized Licensed child care under the Ministry of Education and Ontario Works
• Prepare written reports and correspondence as required for each case
• Comply with department policies and Ministry of Education legislation
• Maintain and update client files, recording all changes in circumstances and collecting up to date information
• Approval of invoices submitted for payment from child care agencies
• Working with three (3) different computer software programs
• Additional duties as required

Skills/

Qualifications:

• Enrolled as post-secondary student (College/University) and returning to full-time education at a post-secondary institution in September 2026.
• Working knowledge of computers (Internet and MS Programs)
• Knowledge of Child Care and Early Years Act and Ontario Works program would be an asset
• Ability to prioritize tasks
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Knowledge of local social service agencies an asset
• Confidentiality Agreement must be signed
• Police background check

Position Length:
May 11 – August 28, 2026

Closing date to Apply:
February 13, 2026 by 4:00 pm

Wage Range: $18.00-$20.00 per hour + 4% vacation per pay

FINAL LOCATION BEING FILLED MAY BE DIFFERENT FROM THAT POSTED.

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Community & Human Services

Temporary Full Time

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