Role: Site Observer, York Region Supervised Parenting Time Program  

Reports to:  Program Coordinator, York Region Supervised Parenting Time Program 

Locations: York Region service sites (Aurora)

Position Type: Part-Time, up to 7 hours per week (Sunday)

Compensation:  $22 hour

Vacancy Status: Existing Vacancy 

AI Discloser: AI will not be used to screen applicants 

Posting Date: August 10, 2026 

Closing Date: August 24, 2026 

Organization Overview: 

Social Enterprise for Canada (SEC) is a charitable organization started in 1989 and serving York Region, Peel Region and Simcoe County. SEC seeks, secures and delivers a range of public services dedicated to creating communities that exemplify Canadian values of respect, inclusion, diversity, equity and sustainability.   

SEC maintains its head office in Newmarket and provides public service signature expertise for immigrants, newcomers, early learning and development, Family Justice Service, Career and Labour market integration through programs such as Supervised Parenting Time, EarlyOn Child & Family Centres, Welcome Centre for Immigrant Services-Newmarket and several Before & After School and Licensed Childcare Programs.  

SEC has been an early adaptor public benefit organization.  As such Social Enterprise Canada Corp is a companion business company that delivers high value business and client services.  SECC’s portfolio includes data applications, virtual, service and multilingual communication solutions.       

The Opportunity:

As Site Observer for the York Region Supervised Parenting Time Program you will provide a key role in providing a safe, child-focused, and neutral environment where parents or other family members can visit with their child(ren). In addition, the program offers a secure location for supervised exchanges, allowing child(ren) to be safely transferred between a residential party and a visiting party, or between parties who share joint decision-making responsibilities for the child(ren). Your role ensures the delivery of high-quality services aligned with the objectives of the Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services, and in compliance with all legal, ethical, and non-conflict guidelines. You will demonstrate leadership by upholding the organization’s values, principles, and goals, while helping to create a safe, respectful, and positive experience for all children and families involved.

Key Job Responsibilities:  

• Maintain full compliance to all Social Enterprise for Canada (SEC) policies, procedures, and the Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services’ service objectives for Supervised Parenting Time Programs

• Support and provide direction to adults and children involved in high-conflict family situations

• Adhere to all program requirements and protocols consistently

• Demonstrate confidence and assertiveness while consistently maintaining a respectful, professional, and impartial approach

• Demonstrate strong verbal and written communication skills in English

• Effectively multitask while performing observations, active listening, and documentation during parenting time visits

• Prepare clear, concise, and objective documentation that is both accurate and timely, for use in client files and potential court proceedings.

• Exhibit a sound understanding of family dynamics and demonstrate cultural sensitivity in all interactions

• Remain highly organized, self-motivated, and capable of working independently with minimal supervision

• Maintain strict confidentiality and uphold standards of non-harassment and other organizational policies

• Demonstrate advanced computer proficiency and strong time management skills in a fast-paced environment.

Candidate Profile:  

• Commitment to a part-time role with rotating scheduled hours as needed to support program operations

• Minimum availability of two full operational weekends per month is required

• Program operates 36 weekends per year and are closed on all statutory holiday weekends

• Travel between program sites may be required 

• Must be physically able to perform tasks such as packing, lifting, walking, setting up physical space, and assisting children as needed

• Comfortable with prolonged periods of typing and writing

• Capable of sustained, focused observation of families throughout visits

• Required to attend mandatory staff trainings as scheduled by the program

Vulnerable Sector Screen  

Individuals employed within the Organization are required to submit a VSS every four (4) years of employment. An annual declaration will be required to be signed and absence of criminal offences, charges and convictions are a requirement of employment.  

First Aid and CPR  

All staff are required to obtain and maintain certification in Standard First Aid and CPR (minimum Level A) as a condition of employment.

Driver’s License  

A valid driver’s license and/or access to reliable transportation is required for this position. Any changes to your driving status or access to transportation must be reported to your supervisor immediately.

Health & Safety  

You have a general duty to take responsibility for personal health and safety, which means you should comply with all policies and procedures in place for your designated site and program. 

Interested candidates should apply by August 24, 2026. We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Social Enterprise for Canada is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to working with applicants requesting accommodations at any stage of the recruitment process. Click here to view our full statement on Equity, Diversity and Inclusion.

Role:  Mrs. Claus Coordinator

Reports to:  Program Leadership, Social Enterprise for Canada 

Locations: Newmarket, Ontario (York Region)

Position Type: Part-time, Contract (October 5, 2026 – December 23, 2026, 14 hours per week, approx. 161 hours over the contract period)

Compensation:  $20.00 per hour

Vacancy Status: Existing Vacancy

AI Discloser: AI will not be used to screen applicants

Posting Date: August 4, 2026

Closing Date: August 18, 2026

Organization Overview

Social Enterprise for Canada (SEC) is a charitable organization started in 1989 and serving York Region, Peel Region and Simcoe County. SEC seeks, secures and delivers a range of public services dedicated to creating communities that exemplify Canadian values of respect, inclusion, diversity, equity and sustainability. SEC maintains its head office in Newmarket and provides public service signature expertise for immigrants, newcomers, early learning and development, Family Justice Service, Career and Labour market integration through programs such as Supervised Access, EarlyOn Child & Family Centres, Welcome Centre for Immigrant Services-Newmarket and several Before & After School and Licensed Childcare Programs. 

The Opportunity

The Mrs. Claus Fundraiser is an annual holiday initiative run by Social Enterprise for Canada that connects generous sponsors with families in need across York Region. The program works with trusted local agencies to identify families, collect wish lists, match them with sponsors, coordinate gift card fulfilment, and facilitate pick-up and distribution before the holidays. The Mrs. Claus Coordinator will be the primary operational lead for the 2026 campaign, owning end-to-end coordination across agencies, sponsors, and internal teams from launch through wrap-up. This part-time contract role is ideal for a highly organized, community-minded individual who thrives in a deadline-driven environment and is comfortable managing multiple stakeholder relationships simultaneously. The coordinator will manage communications, intake processes, matching logistics, gift card tracking, and distribution coordination to ensure every registered family receives their holiday gift cards on time.

Key Job Responsibilities

Program Launch and Outreach (October)

• Launch and manage the Mrs. Claus social media campaign in coordination with the communications team.

• Contact partner agencies using established email templates to recruit participating families.

• Distribute and monitor the Agency Intake Form to collect family profiles, circumstances, sizes, and gift card preferences.

• Outreach to sponsors (individuals, businesses, and community groups) using sponsor email templates and intake forms.

• Send follow-up reminder communications to agencies and sponsors one week before registration deadlines.

Registration and Matching (Late October – Early November)

• Oversee and track agency and sponsor registrations using program spreadsheets and registration response logs.

• Coordinate family-to-sponsor matching using the automated matching sheet; review for accuracy before outreach.

• Send matched confirmation emails to sponsors with assigned family details and shopping instructions.

• Target: all registrations complete and matches confirmed by the first week of November.

Gift Card Collection and Tracking (November – Early December)

• Send gift card drop-off reminders to sponsors approximately one week before the deadline (first week of December target).

• Maintain the gift card logging sheet, sorting by card type and donation value.

• Troubleshoot the gift card receipt submission process and coordinate any outstanding form issues with internal tech support.

• Send family assignment details to agencies, including information about the thank-you letter process.

Distribution Coordination (December)

• Send gift pick-up emails and reminder communications to recipient agencies and families.

• Manage the gift card pick-up scheduling form and coordinate pick-up time slots.

• Oversee gift card inventory, organize by family assignment, and ensure complete and accurate distribution.

• Notify agencies of their pick-up schedules and confirm receipt of gift cards.

• Send thank-you emails to sponsors after pick-up day, attaching family thank-you letters where available.

• Send the Final Family Thank You Reminder to agencies following distribution.

Ongoing Program Administration

• Maintain organized records of all agency and sponsor contacts, form responses, matches, and communications throughout the campaign.

• Flag any issues or gaps to program leadership in a timely manner.

• Identify opportunities to improve processes and templates for future campaign cycles.

• Support any public donation portal work pending organizational approval.

Candidate Profile

Required

• Demonstrated experience in program coordination, community outreach, or event management.

• Strong written communication skills; ability to draft clear, warm, and professional email correspondence.

• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 tools including Outlook, Excel, Word, and SharePoint.

• Ability to manage multiple concurrent workstreams and meet firm deadlines independently.

• Comfort working with intake forms (Microsoft Forms or equivalent) and tracking spreadsheets.

• High level of attention to detail, especially for data accuracy in matching and logging.

Preferred

• Experience working with non-profit organizations, social enterprises, or community programs.

• Familiarity with donor or volunteer coordination.

• Experience managing social media campaigns or community communications.

• Bilingual or multilingual abilities are an asset, given the diverse communities served in York Region.

Working Conditions

• Part-time, contract position of 14 hours per week over approximately 11.5 weeks.

• Work may be performed remotely and/or from the Newmarket, Ontario office depending on operational needs.

• Some in-person presence may be required during peak distribution weeks in December.

• Occasional flexibility outside of standard hours may be required during high-volume periods (e.g., matching week, distribution week).

How to apply

Interested candidates should apply by August 18, 2026. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Social Enterprise for Canada is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion. We strongly encourage applications from newcomers to Canada, immigrants, and individuals from underrepresented communities. We are committed to working with applicants requesting accommodations at any stage of the recruitment process. Click here to view our full statement on Equity, Diversity and Inclusion.