Activation Coordinator Assistant
About the role
TITLE: Activation Coordinator Assistant
**POSITION STATUS:**Full Time – Temporary (8 weeks – Canada Summer Jobs) (Non-Union)
SCHEDULE: 34 hours per week (flexibility required as needed)
REPORTS TO: Activation Coordinator
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Bob Rumball Canadian Centre of Excellence for the Deaf (BRCCED) is a provincial leader in the Deaf community. Our mission is to provide care and opportunities in a communication-rich environment that enhances the quality of life of those we serve. We are a highly motivated, collaborative team on a mission to improve the quality of life for those we serve. We take a person centered approach that aims to support and make a positive difference in the Deaf and Hard of Hearing community.
Under the direction of the Activation Coordinator, the Activation Coordinator Assistant will support the planning and leading of recreation and leisure activities and services in order to promote the well-being of each senior deaf client in BRCCED Supporting Housing Program.
PRIMARY DUTIES
Assist the Activation Coordinator in:
- Varying the theme/activity/food/visual and educational components each month
- Planning a minimum of 3 varied fitness activities per week (curling, beach ball, etc.)
- Daily craft activity
- Offering secondary activity option for those not interested in the main activity
- Coordinating and co-leading any activities offered by special guest presenters
- Set up and cleans up the daily morning coffee and tea for seniors
- Assist with coordination of month birthday party for seniors
- Appropriate activities related client’s sensory loses, specifically for deaf and deaf-blind residents
- Opportunities for social interaction in order to reduce feeling of isolation
- Opportunities for clients to participate within the deaf community as well as general community
QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience working with Deaf Seniors would be an asset
- Knowledge and experience working with the Deaf community would be an asset;
- Knowledge and experience working within the Deaf community and fluency in ASL OR strong commitment to engage in professional development to build skill and knowledge in ASL, Deaf culture and supporting Deaf or hard of hearing individuals and their community
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- French language/LSQ an asset
Canada Summer Jobs Requirements
- Must be within 15 to 30 years of age (as per Canada Summer Jobs requirements)
- Must be legally entitled to work in Canada with a valid Social Insurance Number
- Must be able to commit to full 8 weeks at 34 hours per week
Please contact Human Resources at careers@bobrumball.org if you need accommodation at any stage of the application process.
PLEASE QUOTE JOB POSTING NUMBER YOU ARE APPLYING FOR.
We thank all applicants in advance, however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Posting Date: April 22, 2026 Closing Date: May 15, 2026 Start Date: Immediate
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About The Bob Rumball Canadian Centre of Excellence for the Deaf
The Bob Rumball Canadian Centre of Excellence for the Deaf was the first facility of its kind, and for over 30 years it has provided the Deaf Community a space without communication barriers. Within this space an educational, independent living, and a social environment for the Deaf has blossomed.
From its starting point as a community recreation facility, the Bob Rumball Centre has expanded into offering a range of specialized services to those within the Deaf Community that require support. These include seniors’, those with developmental, physical, health, or mental health issues, infants and young children, and newcomers to Canada.
These programs and services are often unique, and offer the access to care, education, and socialization that improves quality of life for Deaf people.
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Activation Coordinator Assistant
About the role
TITLE: Activation Coordinator Assistant
**POSITION STATUS:**Full Time – Temporary (8 weeks – Canada Summer Jobs) (Non-Union)
SCHEDULE: 34 hours per week (flexibility required as needed)
REPORTS TO: Activation Coordinator
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Bob Rumball Canadian Centre of Excellence for the Deaf (BRCCED) is a provincial leader in the Deaf community. Our mission is to provide care and opportunities in a communication-rich environment that enhances the quality of life of those we serve. We are a highly motivated, collaborative team on a mission to improve the quality of life for those we serve. We take a person centered approach that aims to support and make a positive difference in the Deaf and Hard of Hearing community.
Under the direction of the Activation Coordinator, the Activation Coordinator Assistant will support the planning and leading of recreation and leisure activities and services in order to promote the well-being of each senior deaf client in BRCCED Supporting Housing Program.
PRIMARY DUTIES
Assist the Activation Coordinator in:
- Varying the theme/activity/food/visual and educational components each month
- Planning a minimum of 3 varied fitness activities per week (curling, beach ball, etc.)
- Daily craft activity
- Offering secondary activity option for those not interested in the main activity
- Coordinating and co-leading any activities offered by special guest presenters
- Set up and cleans up the daily morning coffee and tea for seniors
- Assist with coordination of month birthday party for seniors
- Appropriate activities related client’s sensory loses, specifically for deaf and deaf-blind residents
- Opportunities for social interaction in order to reduce feeling of isolation
- Opportunities for clients to participate within the deaf community as well as general community
QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience working with Deaf Seniors would be an asset
- Knowledge and experience working with the Deaf community would be an asset;
- Knowledge and experience working within the Deaf community and fluency in ASL OR strong commitment to engage in professional development to build skill and knowledge in ASL, Deaf culture and supporting Deaf or hard of hearing individuals and their community
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- French language/LSQ an asset
Canada Summer Jobs Requirements
- Must be within 15 to 30 years of age (as per Canada Summer Jobs requirements)
- Must be legally entitled to work in Canada with a valid Social Insurance Number
- Must be able to commit to full 8 weeks at 34 hours per week
Please contact Human Resources at careers@bobrumball.org if you need accommodation at any stage of the application process.
PLEASE QUOTE JOB POSTING NUMBER YOU ARE APPLYING FOR.
We thank all applicants in advance, however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Posting Date: April 22, 2026 Closing Date: May 15, 2026 Start Date: Immediate
Not the right fit? Search for Activation Coordinator Assistant jobs in North York, ON
About The Bob Rumball Canadian Centre of Excellence for the Deaf
The Bob Rumball Canadian Centre of Excellence for the Deaf was the first facility of its kind, and for over 30 years it has provided the Deaf Community a space without communication barriers. Within this space an educational, independent living, and a social environment for the Deaf has blossomed.
From its starting point as a community recreation facility, the Bob Rumball Centre has expanded into offering a range of specialized services to those within the Deaf Community that require support. These include seniors’, those with developmental, physical, health, or mental health issues, infants and young children, and newcomers to Canada.
These programs and services are often unique, and offer the access to care, education, and socialization that improves quality of life for Deaf people.