We’re Hiring! Inclusion Crew Coordinator (Summer Student)

April 28, 2026

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Position: Inclusion Crew Coordinator (35 hrs/wk for 8 weeks) *Pending Funding

Responsible to: Chief Executive Officer

Eligible Participants must:

Must be entering or returning to post-secondary training in the upcoming academic year or must be currently enrolled in high school – level I, II or III or moving from the intermediate level (Gr. 9) to Level I in September 2026; and
Must be legally entitled to work in Canada.
Not be an immediate family member of the employer
Students must apply directly to the employer.

Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply for jobs at Empower

Expectations:

The candidate will have good Communication and Organization Skills.

It is expected that the incumbent will adhere to, practice and promote Independent Living philosophy and principles; apply practical common sense; is sensitive to, respectful of and understands individual needs of a diverse population; respects the confidentiality of consumers; is committed to a team approach; demonstrates flexibility.

For more information on Independent Living, please visit our web site at www.empowernl.ca or search “Independent Living Philosophy” on the internet.

Duties / Responsibilities:

Recruit and organize volunteers for Inclusion Crews to provide supports at festivals, concerts, & events
Encourage Volunteers and Empower members to take part in planning and providing supports at these events.
Provide support in Inclusion Awareness Training for event volunteers.
Ensure events are fully accessible.
Complete other office and administrative related duties.

Qualifications:

Knowledge of or experience with disability issues
Experience with computers; Word processing, Internet, Excel, Power Point
Experience Coordinating events; organizational abilities
Great Interpersonal Skills; able to work with and without supervision; respects the confidentiality of consumers
Self-starter, enthusiastic

Please apply by email. Send resume and cover letter to: kathy@empowernl.ca

Please ensure you quote job title “Special Events Coordinator” in subject line of email.

Application deadline is Friday, May 15th, 2026

Start Date: July 6th, 2026