Description

Organization Background:

 

For more than 100 years, AdvantAge Ontario has been the voice of not-for-profit seniors’ care in Ontario. We represent more than 500 providers of long-term care, seniors’ housing, supportive housing and community service agencies, including 98 per cent of all municipal long-term care homes and 83 per cent of all not-for-profit long-term care homes.  

 

We are focused on the important work that members do and on giving them the supports and resources they need including advocacy, education, communications, and member programs and services.

Statement of Values

  • Inclusion and diversity – we strive to provide a workplace that recognizes diversity and is safe and inclusive.

  • Respect – we show respect by demonstrating trust and integrity in all interactions.

  • Empathy – we are empathetic and kind to our members, colleagues and ourselves.

  • Fairness – we are fair and equitable in all we do.

  • Passion – we have a passion for innovation and continuous improvement.

Placement Format:

Fully remote/virtual

Model of Supervision

One-to-one weekly supervision (student has one field instructor who they receive field instruction from remotely throughout the duration of the placement)

Department/Program:

Funding Policy and Capital Development Department

Population(s):

Employees, seniors, members

Field Placement Details

Understanding not-for-profit advocacy for seniors, policies affecting seniors’ care, health, housing, etc.  The placement will support through research, analysis, advocacy related to issues affecting our members. 

Please note that this position is based on funding by Canada Summer Jobs and requires candidates to meet specific eligibility requirements including:

  • be between 15 and 30 years of age at the beginning of the employment period

  • be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person to whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act for the duration of the employment and

  • have a valid Social Insurance Number at the start of employment and be legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with relevant provincial or territorial legislation and regulations

The position is a minimum of 8 weeks in duration, scheduled for 35 hours per week, with compensation set at $18.60 per hour.

Tasks & Activities:

  • Research on various website platforms for LTC care and senior supportive housing operational and capital programs and fundings

  • Extract and analyze research data using Excel

  • Graphic design to prepare PowerPoint presentation decks.

  • Prepare meeting agendas, take meeting minutes

  • Assemble and reformat policy files. 

  • Prepare summary sheets for reports/documents

  • Attend online meetings and minute take as required

  • Send emails to members and gather information/data

Requirements:

  • Excellent research and data analysis skills

  • Good Excel skills and PowerPoint skills

  • Computer- Student must have exclusive access to a computer (i.e., not shared with others)

  • Experience with Microsoft Office Suite is required (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)

  • Must have microphone and webcam for online meetings.

  • Reliable Internet Access

  • Cell phone/ Land line (asset)

  • Student must have a private room for conducting meetings, data collection and/or other confidential tasks.

  • Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities and demands.

  • Self-starter with motivation to complete tasks per established goals and standards.

  • Superior organizational skills – the ability to work well under pressure and multi-task on numerous projects, often with competing levels of priority.

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills; strong interpersonal skills.

  • Strong problem-solving, analytics and critical thinking skills.

  • Excellent attention to detail

  • Policy analysis and document writing experience.

  • Experience with writing minutes or notes and summarizing information sheets.

Student Assets and Requirements
Completion of public policy, administrative and research courses is an asset.

 

 The Association is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment practices without regard to race, nation or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy and childbearing), sexual orientation, marital status, family status, physical or mental disability or pardoned criminal convictions, or any other category protected by law.

 

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. The Association shall provide reasonable accommodations of known disabilities to enable a qualified applicant or employee to apply for employment, perform the essential functions of the job, or enjoy the benefits and privileges of employment as required by the law.