Resource Assistant - Canada Summer Job (Chatham-Kent)

Job Title: Resource Assistant Pay: $18.60/hr Job Type: Full-time, 8-week contract Location: Chatham Career Centre Resource Assistant Goodwill is hiring, join our growing organization today! We are looking for people just like YOU! The Resource Assistance helps Career Centre clients with computer/resource support, resumes and cover letter assistance, front-desk tasks, and workshop support. If you have a passion for making a difference in your community, helping people and the environment – come join Goodwill! We are a diverse and inclusive team dedicated to improving the lives of others through our mission of WORK. We welcome all backgrounds, knowledge, abilities, and perspectives. We will help train, coach, and support your path of success. We welcome newcomers to the region to apply. Grow your career, skills and reach your full potential. During the recruitment process, accommodation is available upon request. About Us Goodwill Industries, Ontario Great Lakes is a leading non-profit organization committed to changing lives and communities through the power of WORK. Ready to work or not, a job at Goodwill is a path to work readiness. Our organization strives to create a workplace which is welcoming and respectful to all where every employee and member feels valued and supported. Diversity, equity, accessibility and preserving the environment are significant to us. Building a workforce which reflects the diversity of the communities in which we live and serve is our goal. Mission: Changing Lives and communities through the power of WORK. Vision: Everyone working and thriving in sustainable communities. Values: I nclusion: Embracing all people equally C ompassion: Serving with heart A spiring Workforce: Together changing lives through the power of WORK R espect: Embracing diversity, upholding all people with dignity and trust E mpathy: Ability to walk in each other’s shoes Why You Will Love Goodwill We have an amazing team and workplace: - Diverse, inclusive, and dynamic culture. Employer of choice across Southwestern Ontario who meets the Federal Government’s 50/30 challenge for diversity in leadership. - Commitment to accessibility and mobility (various walking devices and wheelchair accessible work locations). - Mission-driven organization committed to the Power of Work. - Environmentally committed to meeting our goal of zero waste on planet earth. - Respectful, fun, and supportive team and leadership. - Accredited through CARF International. Competitive Compensation Package includes: - Benefits (dental/health) available for full-time and some part-time positions (based on hours worked). - Registered Pension Plan opportunity for various roles. - Employee discount at retail locations. Exciting career training and coaching: - Equitable access to skills training & coaching, scholarships, and educational credentials. Supportive Life and Work Opportunities: - Individual personal and professional development support with Life Coach & Employee Assistance Program. - Work-life balance. What You Will Do - Assist in supporting resource centre users with computer and resource - Assist Career Centre team members by supporting clients with resume updates, cover letter creation. - Assist in front desk coverage, including answering telephone, greeting clients, booking appointments, collecting information. - Support Career Centre team members in workshop delivery. - Attend staff meetings, seminars and workshops, as required. What We Are Looking For - Enthusiastic attitude: excited to work with other people and teams. - Flexibility: able to work at different times, including days, evenings, and weekends. - We will help coach on these workplace skills: - Communication: clear and effective interacting with team members and customers to create a positive workplace. - Problem solving: finding solutions to problems, being accurate, and using simple math i.e. counting, adding and subtraction. - 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. 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. - Between 15-30 years of age at the start of employment. - Post-secondary education, experience in Social Work/Social Services field preferred. - Experience and/or interest in case management, employment counselling. - Experience and/or interest in working with persons with disabilities or employment disadvantages. - Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, Self-directed, flexible, organized, team player. - Basic word processing and computer skills. - Must be willing to complete a criminal reference check Goodwill Industries OGL thanks all applicants in advance. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. We are an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes, and work environment in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). We will be happy to work with applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of the hiring process. We use automated AI resume screening tools to help assess applications. Final interview selection is made by human staff. APPLICATON DEADLINE: June 2, 2026 Apply on Kit Job: kitjob.ca/job/2psyqg