Human Resources Assistant (Canada Summer Jobs)

Job Title: Human Resources Assistant (Canada Summer Jobs Program)

Duration: 8 weeks – 35 hours per week

Pay Rate: $18.50/hour

Job location: Hybrid - Remote/Mothercraft College, 646 St. Clair Avenue West, Toronto, ON

A little about us

Hi, we’re Mothercraft, and we’re so excited to meet you!

For nearly a century, we’ve been a trailblazer in promoting healthy child development and supporting families in our community. We’re dedicated to excellence and constantly exploring innovative concepts and ideas related to child care and education.

Our approach is grounded in the latest research, which guides every aspect of our work. This includes everything from our high-quality child care and enrichment programs, to our specialized services for children and families with unique needs, and our comprehensive training programs for childcare providers and other professionals.

At Mothercraft, we celebrate diversity and strive to cultivate a warm and inclusive environment that welcomes everyone. Join us in our mission to help children thrive and families flourish!

A little about our Human Resources Department

The Human Resources Department plans, directs, and coordinates all HR management activities to maximize the strategic use of human resources through the development and implementation of programs such as recruitment, on-boarding, managing employee files, benefits and compensation programs, health and safety, and maintaining regulatory compliance. 

Job summary

As our HR Assistant, you will play a crucial role in providing administrative support to the HR Department. You will also assist with recruitment and onboarding processes, as well as assisting with records management. Sound exciting? Here's a little more...

As a Human Resources Assistant, you will…

• Report to the Human Resources Manager and organize employee files, enter employee data on the HRIS system, and ensure data integrity
• Assist with recruitment and onboarding processes
• Assist and support various HR projects and initiatives
• Assist with maintaining and updating HR files and records management
• Follow safe work procedures, including reporting injuries and any unsafe conditions

This position is partially funded by Employment and Social Development Canada and the incumbent must meet the following criteria:

• Be between 15 and 30 years of age at the start of the employment;
• Be Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or have official refugee protection status under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act;
• Be legally entitled to work in Canada, according to relevant Provincial/territorial legislation and regulations.

You will be set up for success if you have… 

• Successfully completed the 3rd year of a diploma or degree program in Human Resources or related discipline
• Previous Human Resources and/or office administration experience preferred
• Knowledge of MS Office Suite is required

As the ideal candidate, you possess…

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• A flexible and collaborative approach to teamwork
• Strong organization skills and are detail orientated.
• Excellent interpersonal skills. 

Why you’ll love working at Mothercraft

Our people are at the heart of everything we do here at Mothercraft, and we take pride in fostering an inclusive space that inspires our team to love where they work! From rewarding career opportunities to a comprehensive benefits package and a defined benefit pension plan, we go above and beyond to prioritize your success and here’s how we do it… 

• Team: We're a team of passionate individuals who are committed to supporting healthy child development and making a positive impact on families and communities.
• Time Off: Enjoy paid time off, including 4% vacation pay and 6 days per year, allowing you to take the time you need to recharge.
• Life-long Learning: We're life-long learners here at Mothercraft. Grow your skills and knowledge through our professional development opportunities which will help you stay up-to-date with the latest research and best practices in the field. 

Next steps

Apply today by submitting your resume by May 19, 2025. We appreciate your interest and thank all applicants for their submissions. However, please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Think you’re the ideal candidate but you don’t meet all the requirements? Apply anyways. We would love to review your application to see if you’re the right fit or find you an alternative opportunity. Not the role for you? Share this posting with your network.

Diversity and inclusion

Mothercraft is committed to a workforce that is reflective of the diverse populations that we support. We welcome applications from qualified individuals from all backgrounds. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), Mothercraft strives to ensure that all recruiting processes are inclusive and barrier-free. If you require an accommodation, please advise the Human Resources Department in advance of attending an interview. We are committed to a selection process and work environment that is inclusive, equitable and accessible.

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