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Our Commitment:
Our organization is committed to creating an inclusive, equitable, and welcoming workplace where all individuals are treated with dignity and respect.We are committed to barrier-free recruitment and employment practices in accordance with applicable human rights legislation.
Accommodation measures are available throughout the hiring process and employment term upon request.
Cooks Helper – Kitchen Assistance – Canada Summer Job Grant
Wage: $18.00
Time: 8 weeks, 35 hours per week
Start: June 22, 2026
Job Description:
- Assist with all aspects of food service operations
- Assist with the food and kitchen supply inventory list.
- Ensure proper food preparation, handling, storing and serving practices, in accordance with Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit guidelines
- Assist with the creation of healthy, inclusive meals for community meal programs (100+ people) and emergency shelter meals (50+ people).
- Assist with the kitchen recycling, garbage, and compost needs.
- Help maintain overall cleanliness; dishes, counters, fridges, exhausts, ovens, etc.
- Assist with the general maintenance of utility rooms, kitchen, food service and donation areas.
- Provide meal programs in a non-judgmental manner that meets the needs of the community and shelter Participants.
- Be aware of food allergies and other dietary restrictions and assist with ensuring safe alternatives.
Skills Required:
Food Safe Knowledge
Send a cover letter and resume to Humanresources@orillialighthouse.ca
Closing Date: May 25, 2026 at 11pm
Canada Summer Job Grant Criteria:
Age: Be between 15 and 30 years of age at the start of employment.
Citizenship: Be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person on whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act.
Work Authorization: Have a valid Social Insurance Number (SIN) and be legally entitled to work in Canada.
Exclusions: International students are not eligible participants, including those with a temporary visitor visa, work visa, or student visa.
Community and Social Services Worker – Shelter Assistant – Canada Summer Job Grant
Wage: $20.00
Time: 8 weeks, 35 hours per week
Start: June 22, 2026
Job Description:
- Help to build positive relationships that are healthy and supportive while presenting oneself in a professional manner.
- De-escalate participants and help them work through the issues that are causing problems including conflict resolution between participants.
- Focus on participants’ needs with a non-judgmental attitude.
- Ensure expectations, policies and procedures are followed.
- Promptly address any behaviours that could lead to harm to themselves or others, or any behaviour that goes directly against the agreed upon program expectations, using a person-centered, trauma informed approach.
- Record and report any and all issues related to behaviour including what was done to support the participant and any follow up that is required.
- Answer phones and emails and provide diversion.
- Using best practices of a person centred approach, make decisions around the services provided to participants including those accessing shelter and being selected from the triage list.
- Supervise meal service and provide support.
- Exhibit appropriate professional boundaries with staff, volunteers, and participants.
Skills Required:
Social Service Worker – Post Secondary Education
Send cover letter and resume to Humanresources@orillialighthouse.ca
Closing Date: May 25, 2026 at 11pm
Canada Summer Job Grant Criteria:
Age: Be between 15 and 30 years of age at the start of employment.
Citizenship: Be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person on whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act.
Work Authorization: Have a valid Social Insurance Number (SIN) and be legally entitled to work in Canada.
Exclusions: International students are not eligible participants, including those with a temporary visitor visa, work visa, or student visa.
Prioritization Commitment:
In alignment with Canada Summer Jobs program objectives, preference may be given to eligible youth who self-identify as belonging to groups facing barriers to employment.
Community Services Worker – Wellness Assistant – Canada Summer Job Grant
Wage: $20.00
Time: 8 weeks, 35 hours per week
Start: June 22, 2026
Job Description:
- Assist with wellness committee and program planning
- Assist with community scan and evaluation
- Assist with partnership development and maintenance
- Assist with front desk support for community partner sign up
- Assist with group facilitation and group development
Send cover letter and resume to Humanresources@orillialighthouse.ca
Closing Date: May 25, 2026 at 11pm
Canada Summer Job Grant Criteria:
Age: Be between 15 and 30 years of age at the start of employment.
Citizenship: Be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person on whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act.
Work Authorization: Have a valid Social Insurance Number (SIN) and be legally entitled to work in Canada.
Exclusions: International students are not eligible participants, including those with a temporary visitor visa, work visa, or student visa.
Prioritization Commitment:
In alignment with Canada Summer Jobs program objectives, preference may be given to eligible youth who self-identify as belonging to groups facing barriers to employment.
Community and Shelter Manager
A resume and cover letter addressed to Rosemary Petersen, Managing Director, may be sent to Human Resources for Leadership for consideration to HR@orillialighthouse.ca
Provide leadership and oversight for the day-to-day operation of The Lighthouse Emergency Shelter and Community Services programs. This role is responsible for ensuring effective, participant-centered service delivery in alignment with The Lighthouse vision, mission, and values, while supporting staff, program operations, and community partnerships under the direction of the Managing Director.
Closing Date: May 8, 2026 at 5pm – CLOSED
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Interested In The Lighthouse
A general resume and cover letter may be sent to Human Resources for consideration at humanresources@orillialighthouse.ca
This email is monitored periodically for potential messages to pass on to the hiring team. If you are selected by the hiring team they will be in contact directly.
The best way to apply is with your resume and a cover letter addressed to the appropriate person referencing a specific job posting.
Thank you for your interest in working with us and for The Lighthouse.