Important Application Details:
To be eligible to apply for this position, candidates must be between the ages of 15 to 30 years. This role is intended for youth looking to gain work experience in the social services sector.
Please note that due to Covid-19, the candidate chosen for the position will work remotely to start but may transition to the office setting if/ when possible. Some of the responsibilities listed below may be altered slightly to allow for remote work.
- Position Type: Canada Summer Jobs Position – 30 hours per week; 9 weeks
- Start Date: July
- Number of Positions: 1
- Location: Toronto
Responsibilities (include but are not limited to):
- Collaborate on website architecture and design using WordPress
- Assist with design and management of website back-end
- Execute design and build of interactive webpages
- Implement and maintain WordPress themes and a variety of plugins
- Conduct website performance tests and regular monitoring of website
- Perform rigorous testing before publishing of pages
- Ensure security of site, identifying and resolving potential vulnerabilities
- Maintain and update content as required
- Optimize website for SEO; support social media & brand awareness initiatives
- Troubleshoot and fix technical issues as required
- Recommend strategic improvements and enhancements to optimize user experience
- Assist with efforts to meet Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.0 Level AA
- Other duties as required.
Qualifications/Skills Required:
- Currently in pursuit of bachelor’s degree in Computer Science / Information Technology / Web Design, or equivalent
- 1 year of experience or education utilizing WordPress
- Knowledge of HTML, CSS, and PHP
- Strong administrative skills with an ability to be task focused, organized and able to prioritize while remaining detail oriented
- Excellent communication (written and verbal English) and strong interpersonal skills
- Self-starter able to work independently or effectively collaborate
- Must have access to a computer and reliable internet access
- Knowledge of local labour market, job search strategies and techniques an asset.
To Apply: Please Complete the Application Form Below
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About Us: The Career Foundation offers a wide range of career and job-related programs. Since its inception in 1988, The Career Foundation has steadily expanded its services. Operating out of seven locations, we now help thousands of people each year successfully accomplish their employment goals. The Career Foundation receives funding from Employment Ontario, Service Canada, and private sector companies. For more information please visit our website at www.CareerFoundation.com.
The Career Foundation is committed to diversity and inclusion and aims to create a healthy and rewarding environment for all. We welcome applications from qualified individuals who represent the diversity of the people we proudly serve, including, but not limited to, visible minorities, women, persons with disabilities, Indigenous peoples, and individuals of all genders and sexual orientation. The Career Foundation, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), is also committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. We will work with candidates requesting accommodation at any stage of the hiring process.
We are a professional, result-driven organization that has been described by our employees as caring, compassionate, innovative, and team-oriented.
We also offer:
- Competitive compensation
- A comprehensive health benefits plan that includes massage therapy, naturopath services, and travel coverage
- An Employee & Family Assistance Program
- An RRSP matching plan
- A wellness program