This position is funded through Canada Summer Jobs Program by Service Canada.

As per the funding guidelines from the Canada Summer Jobs Program, this job opportunity is available to candidates who must be between 15 and 30 years of age inclusive at the start of employment. Priority will be given to candidates facing barriers to getting a first job, specifically: youth with disabilities, black and other racialized youth, Indigenous youth, and 2SLGBTQI+ youth.

Kinsight is a Non-Profit Organization that operates in the Tri-Cities and New Westminster. From infants to seniors, we serve over 2,000 families with children, youth and adults each year. Our work is guided by the people we serve and is tailored to enhance growth, development and personal well-being. We work with hundreds of community members and professionals to welcome and include all people, and foster vibrant and healthy communities. Our mission is to provide options and opportunities for people to have meaningful relationships and fulfilling lives.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Administrative Assistant will support Kinsight with the collection and storage of all documentation related to its work including the lives and stories of youth, adults, self-advocates and seniors with developmental disabilities, their daily lives and their participation in community. This will include work with senior leadership on the following key tasks and responsibilities:

• Collaborate with senior leadership to implement and enhance our digital information management systems
• Convert historical and current paper documentation into electronic formats through data entry and scanning
• Maintain organized records of client stories, experiences, and daily activities
• Assist in developing and implementing efficient document storage and folder/file naming conventions
• Review current documentation processes and recommend improvements for collecting and storing information

QUALIFICATIONS:

• A Certificate or post-secondary courses in Administration or a related field.
• Knowledge and/or experience of disability issues, community involvement, and/or non-profit organizations an asset.

SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Proficient in the use of computers and other digital technology and tools to find, manage, apply, create, and share information and content.
• Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office applications - Word and Excel
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong interpersonal and time management skills, ability to undertake self-directed tasks while working in a team environment.
• The ability to contribute and support others to achieve a common goal.
• The ability to receive, understand, consider, and share information and ideas through speaking, listening, and interacting with others.
• Strong problem solving skills.

REQUIREMENTS:

• a satisfactory vulnerable sector criminal record check
• union membership
• valid BC Driver's License and use of a personal vehicle an asset
  

HOURS OF WORK/TERM OF EMPLOYMENT/WAGE/LOCATION:

• June 23, 2025 - August 29, 2025
• 35 hours/week - Monday to Friday - 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
• $20.84/hour
• Office location is Port Moody - work will also take place in community in the Tri-Cities and New Westminster

To learn more about Kinsight, watch this video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PiHZx-bYs2M&feature=youtu.beor visit our websitewww.kinsight.org

Please apply if you want to spend a fun and active summer gaining valuable employment experience in your field. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.