We’re Hiring United Way Summer Staff

We currently have one position available in Portage la Prairie.

Please carefully check the eligibility - this position is funded by the Mètis Employment & Training Summer Student Program and we cannot hire someone who doesn’t meet the criteria.

 

High School Youth Engagement Assistant - Portage la Prairie

Hours: Monday - Friday - 8:00am - 4:00pm
Wage: 16.80 per/hour @ 35 hours per week
Employment Term: Monday, June 30 – Friday August 29, 2025

Location: Brandon, Manitoba

NOTE:  In accordance with the Mètis Employment & Training Summer Student Employment Program funding regulations - to qualify for this position you must be a Red River Mètis citizen, a high school student verified with documentation prior to employment.

Duties:

As a Youth Engagement Assistant, you will support the United Way Summer Team in running three community programs: Summer of Service, Coats for Kids, and Tools for School.

Your tasks may include:

  • Sorting, organizing donations and packing donations - school supplies and winter clothing.

  • Attending community volunteer opportunities with the team as a mentor.

  • Participate hands-on in volunteer projects alongside the youth team.

  • Entering basic information on forms or checklists.

  • Helping with setup and cleanup as needed.

  • Supporting staff with other simple jobs as needed.


Qualifications:
To perform the job successfully, the Youth Engagement Assistant will be able to effectively demonstrate the following competencies:

  • Works well with peers, supervisors, and community members.

  • Follows instructions carefully and finishes tasks on time.

  • Shows up on time, ready to help.

  • Sorting, setting up, and tracking program supplies (school kits/winter gear).

  • Willing to take on new challenges and ask for help when needed.

  • Practices confidentiality and professionalism when working with sensitive information or situations.

  • Stays calm and flexible when plans change.

Please submit Cover Letter & Resume before Friday June 6, 2025 at 4:00pm.

Email: jamie@uwwcmanitoba.ca

Mail: 201-1011 Rosser Avenue, Brandon MB R7A 0L5

In Person: Drop off at our office (see above)

 

If you need help applying or require the job posting in a different format, please contact us at 204-571-8929. We’re happy to support your application. We appreciate your interest in working with us!

Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.