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Villa Charities encourages and rewards innovation, dedication, hard work, and achievement. We believe that each employee contributes directly to the growth and success of our organization. Over the years, Villa Charities has established policies, programs and best practices that contribute to its success.
The work culture at Villa Charities evolves around our Mission, Vision, and Values. Villa Charities strives to always act with high ethical standards. We believe that compliance with our Business Code of Conduct by management and staff will help the organization to continue to be recognized for its high ethical standards.
Passion to serve a diverse community with respect, integrity, transparency, collaboration, and excellence drives our team to enrich the everyday lives of the members of the community.
The foundation of the Italian culture enables Villa Charities’ staff to treat each other and our community with empathy, passion, conviviality, and profess- ionalism. Each employee and volunteer have the opportunity to make an impact on this community. If they are motivated to serve the community, there is room for all levels of growth, and Villa Charities is committed to fostering that growth.
Summer Camp Counsellor – Columbus Centre
June 26- August 25, 2023
Villa Charities Inc. (VCI) is a registered charity and non-profit organization that enriches lives through experiences and services that honour Italian culture and heritage. For more than 50 years across the GTA, Villa Charities has provided cultural and educational programs and supported culturally sensitive long-term care and independent living apartments for seniors. VCI fulfills their mandate through a broad range of activities, services and facilities, both directly and in conjunction with its affiliates and independent organizations. Affiliates include Columbus Centre and Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery; Villa Colombo Homes for the Aged Inc. in Toronto; Villa Colombo Seniors Centre (Vaughan) Inc. Di Poce Centre; and Italian Canadian Benevolent Seniors Apartments Corporation/Casa Abruzzo Benevolent Corporation with apartments for independent seniors (Caboto Terrace, Casa Del Zotto and Casa Abruzzo). Each of these organizations is an integral part of the Villa Charities family with separate legal status and its own governance Board. For more information visit villacharities.com.
Job Summary
The Columbus Centre is seeking Summer Camp Counsellors. This position will report to the Summer Camp Coordinator.
Shift:
Columbus Centre Summer Camp runs from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, Monday to Friday. The total hours of work will be dependent upon the enrollment numbers; as such, Counsellors will either work a scheduled shift of a half day or full day per session.
Key job accountabilities include but are not limited to:
Create lesson plans for a variety of camps: Ultimate Experience (General), Soccer, and Ultimate Sports camps, under the direction of the Summer Camp Coordinator.
Successfully lead a variety of camps: Ultimate Experience (General), Soccer, and Ultimate Sports camps) in a safe, fun, and interactive environment
Provide support to the Summer Camp Instructors in a variety of indoor specialty camps (Kitchen, Visual Arts & Crafts, Drawing & Animation, Jewellery, Dance, Triple Threat camps) under the direction of the Cultural Arts Coordinator.
Supervise and direct volunteers and Leaders-in-Training (LITs) under the direction of the Cultural Arts Coordinator and the Summer Camp Coordinator.
Lead and successfully deliver other activities related to camps, such as welcoming of onsite guests, special presentations and offsite trips/excursions.
Clean-up of camp supplies after end of daily shift (e.g. pack supplies away, general clean up of space, etc.)
Supervise campers for extended care or lunch supervision, including leading a variety of activities
Liaise with customers (parents) and Cultural Arts Office staff
Perform any other tasks related to Summer Camp, as required
Attend all on-site training and meetings
Desired Qualifications
Must be good with children. Demonstrated ability to plan, organize and coordinate children.
Current Police Reference Check (Vulnerable Sector) required upon acceptance of employment
Must hold a valid First Aid/CPR certificate – or complete upon acceptance of employment
Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (CPI) Training an Asset
Previous experience teaching children ages 4 years and up
Working toward University or College degree/diploma in Arts & Culture, Sports, Early Childhood Education, Child Care, and Education, OR hold a similar accreditation and/or equivalent experience.
Previous experience working in a camp setting, an asset.
Previous experience working in a cultural community service environment, an asset.
Experience working with people from various cultural, ethnic, and socio-economic backgrounds.
Previous experience as a personal support worker, an asset
Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
Highly organized, excellent time management skills, and attention to detail
Creative and resourceful
Patient and responsible
Ability to problem solve and mediate difficult situations.
Knowledge of Italian language and/or Italian Canadian community, an asset
A selected number of the Summer Camp Counsellor positions are funded by grant money and therefore are subject to funding approval. Candidates must meet the following criteria in order to be considered for employment for Columbus Centre Summer Camp:
We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and Villa Charities’ policies, a request for accommodation will be accepted as part of Villa Charities’ hiring process. To avoid any delays in the recruitment process, if you require accommodation to apply or if selected to participate in an assessment process, you must provide your accommodation needs in advance. You may also be required to submit adequate medical/other documentation to Human Resources to support your request for accommodation.
Director of Development – Villa Charities Foundation
Permanent, full-time
Villa Charities Inc. (VCI) is a registered charity and non-profit organization that enriches lives through experiences and services that honour Italian culture and heritage. For more than 50 years across the GTA, Villa Charities has provided cultural and educational programs and supported culturally sensitive long-term care and independent living apartments for seniors. VCI fulfills their mandate through a broad range of activities, services and facilities, both directly and in conjunction with its affiliates and independent organizations. Affiliates include Columbus Centre and Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery; Villa Colombo Homes for the Aged Inc. in Toronto; Villa Colombo Seniors Centre (Vaughan) Inc. Di Poce Centre; and Italian Canadian Benevolent Seniors Apartments Corporation/Casa Abruzzo Benevolent Corporation with apartments for independent seniors (Caboto Terrace, Casa Del Zotto and Casa Abruzzo). Each of these organizations is an integral part of the Villa Charities family with separate legal status and its own governance Board. For more information visit villacharities.com.
Job Summary
The Director of Development will operationalize the Villa Charities Foundation Strategic Plan including providing strategic direction and leadership of fundraising activities and providing support to the Executive Team, Board members, volunteers and staff who are engaged in fundraising.
A fundraising generalist, the Director of Development will be a proven professional with a broad range of fundraising experience, including major gift solicitation, proposal writing, fundraising event leadership, annual and monthly giving, capital fundraising, sponsorship, donor stewardship and cultivation.
The successful candidate will be an agile strategic thinker able to maximize and leverage opportunities. With an entrepreneurial spirit, the Director will seek revenue growth and encourage the development of a strong culture of philanthropy throughout the organization.
In addition to being donor-centric, the Director of Development will be an advocate for Villa Charities and nurture relationships within the Italian Canadian community.
The Director will bring a genuine appreciation of Italian culture, history, tradition and Italian immigration to Canada. With a strong commitment to philanthropy, the successful candidate will further Villa Charities’ mission to enrich lives through experiences and services that honour Italian culture and heritage.
Key job accountabilities include but are not limited to:
Desired Qualifications
We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and Villa Charities’ policies, a request for accommodation will be accepted as part of Villa Charities’ hiring process. To avoid any delays in the recruitment process, if you require accommodation to apply or if selected to participate in an assessment process, you must provide your accommodation needs in advance. You may also be required to submit adequate medical/other documentation to Human Resources to support your request for accommodation.
Lifeguards and Swim Instructors – Villa Charities Columbus Centre
Work Hours – Variable hours
Early morning opening and daytime shifts, Monday through Sunday (including, days, evenings and weekends), therefore, job incumbent must be flexible.
Villa Charities Inc. (VCI) is a registered charity and non-profit organization that enriches lives through experiences and services that honour Italian culture and heritage. For more than 50 years across the GTA, Villa Charities has provided cultural and educational programs and supported culturally sensitive long-term care and independent living apartments for seniors. VCI fulfills their mandate through a broad range of activities, services and facilities, both directly and in conjunction with its affiliates and independent organizations. Affiliates include Columbus Centre and Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery; Villa Colombo Homes for the Aged Inc. in Toronto; Villa Colombo Seniors Centre (Vaughan) Inc. Di Poce Centre; and Italian Canadian Benevolent Seniors Apartments Corporation/Casa Abruzzo Benevolent Corporation with apartments for independent seniors (Caboto Terrace, Casa Del Zotto and Casa Abruzzo). Each of these organizations is an integral part of the Villa Charities family with separate legal status and its own governance Board. For more information visit villacharities.com.
Job Summary
Lifeguards/Swim Instructors staff a wide variety of swimming programs. The Lifeguard/Swim Instructor is responsible for ensuring service excellence in all Aquatic Program spaces and assists in the safe operation of these programs and spaces.
The Lifeguard/Swim Instructor directs leadership to programs and services that include maintaining a safe aquatic environment at all times, educating the public regarding safe swimming habits and providing progressive swimming instruction.
Key job accountabilities include but are not limited to:
Required Qualifications
Desired Qualifications
We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and Villa Charities’ policies, a request for accommodation will be accepted as part of Villa Charities’ hiring process. To avoid any delays in the recruitment process, if you require accommodation to apply or if selected to participate in an assessment process, you must provide your accommodation needs in advance. You may also be required to submit adequate medical/other documentation to Human Resources to support your request for accommodation.
Early Childhood Educator – Villa Charities Inc.
Permanent, full-time
Villa Charities Inc. (VCI) is a registered charity and non-profit organization that enriches lives through experiences and services that honour Italian culture and heritage. For more than 50 years across the GTA, Villa Charities has provided cultural and educational programs and supported culturally sensitive long-term care and independent living apartments for seniors. VCI fulfills their mandate through a broad range of activities, services and facilities, both directly and in conjunction with its affiliates and independent organizations. Affiliates include Columbus Centre and Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery; Villa Colombo Homes for the Aged Inc. in Toronto; Villa Colombo Seniors Centre (Vaughan) Inc. Di Poce Centre; and Italian Canadian Benevolent Seniors Apartments Corporation/Casa Abruzzo Benevolent Corporation with apartments for independent seniors (Caboto Terrace, Casa Del Zotto and Casa Abruzzo). Each of these organizations is an integral part of the Villa Charities family with separate legal status and its own governance Board. For more information visit villacharities.com.
Villa Charities Inc. is currently recruiting for energetic, motivated Early Childhood Educator (ECE) and/or Early Childcare Assistant (ECA)to teach a variety of educational subjects and developmental
skills to children, from toddlers to preschool. The ECE will have excellent communication skills when discussing students’ problems and progress with parents, to ensure constant communication about the children’s development.
Job Summary
The incumbent in this position is required to provide quality supervision and guidance of daily activities for school age children. You will be required to work a split shift during the days the children are in school. On days children are not in school you will be required to work a full day shift. This position is for full-time hours (7.5 hours per day)
Key job accountabilities include but are not limited to:
Desired Qualifications
Locations
If you are interested in an opportunity to make a difference and a lasting impact, work with an agile, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team; please forward your resume and cover letter to: Human Resources by email to: careers@villacharities.com.
We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be
contacted.
In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and Villa Charities’ policies, a request for accommodation will be accepted as part of Villa Charities’ hiring process. To avoid any delays in the recruitment process, if you require accommodation to apply or if selected to participate in an assessment process, you must provide your accommodation needs in advance. You may also be required to submit adequate medical/other documentation to Human Resources to support your request for accommodation.
Maintenance Worker/Handyman – Villa Charities Inc.
Permanent, full-time
Villa Charities Inc. (VCI) is a registered charity and non-profit organization that enriches lives through experiences and services that honour Italian culture and heritage. For more than 50 years across the GTA, Villa Charities has provided cultural and educational programs and supported culturally sensitive long-term care and independent living apartments for seniors. VCI fulfills their mandate through a broad range of activities, services and facilities, both directly and in conjunction with its affiliates and independent organizations. Affiliates include Columbus Centre and Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery; Villa Colombo Homes for the Aged Inc. in Toronto; Villa Colombo Seniors Centre (Vaughan) Inc. Di Poce Centre; and Italian Canadian Benevolent Seniors Apartments Corporation/Casa Abruzzo Benevolent Corporation with apartments for independent seniors (Caboto Terrace, Casa Del Zotto and Casa Abruzzo). Each of these organizations is an integral part of the Villa Charities family with separate legal status and its own governance Board. For more information visit villacharities.com.
Our Property Management Department is currently looking for an experienced Handyman to undertake upkeep and repair tasks at the interior or exterior of company premises. This role reports to the Facilities Manager.
Key job accountabilities include but are not limited to:
Desired Qualifications
Villa Charities is committed to providing a safe working environment for our workforce, volunteers,
and members of the public with whom we interact regularly. As such, all Villa Charities staff are required to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination.
We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be
contacted.
In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and Villa Charities’ policies, a request for accommodation will be accepted as part of Villa Charities’ hiring process. To avoid any delays in the recruitment process, if you require accommodation to apply or if selected to participate in an assessment process, you must provide your accommodation needs in advance. You may also be required to submit adequate medical/other documentation to Human Resources to support your request for accommodation.
Please email job applications to careers@villacharities.com
Please email job applications to jobs@villacolombo.on.ca
To learn more about Villa Colombo Homes for the Aged Inc. (Villa Colombo Toronto), click here.
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