Join us in building a world of possibility! Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital is Canada’s largest pediatric rehabilitation hospital. We are a top 40 Canadian research hospital that is fully affiliated with the University of Toronto, and we serve over 8,500 families annually. Our vision is to support the most meaningful and healthy futures for all children, youth and families. Providing both inpatient and outpatient programs and services, Holland Bloorview is renowned for its expertise in partnering with clients and families to provide exceptional care and is the only organization to ever achieve 100 per cent in three successive quality surveys by Accreditation Canada. Holland Bloorview has won numerous awards including Greater Toronto's Top Employers, Canada's Top Employers for Young People and Canada's Most Admired Corporate Cultures. We offer an inspiring, inclusive, innovative, and collaborative work environment with competitive compensation and benefit packages and opportunities for ongoing learning and professional growth. Job Title: Aquafitness Instructor Introduction: Holland Bloorview offers high quality Aquafitness programs in our well maintained, warm, fully-accessible pools. Our Aquafitness Instructor is responsible for providing class participants with a well-designed, physically safe program which meets the individual needs of each person. This individual must be an energetic, dedicated and motivated instructor who enjoys teaching various fitness programs in a group environment. The Instructor must be able to effectively teach the class from the water or the pool deck. Responsibilities: Conducting safe classes by adhering to standards established for physical fitness classes in terms of exertion and avoidance of contraindicated exercises Maintaining a dynamic and personable attitude while instructing participants Developing programs and routines according to current exercise physiology standards Attending all mandatory staff meetings, workshops, or trainings Committing to teach an entire session Providing a safe and supportive learning environment Adapting programs as required to meet the individual needs of participants Arriving on deck prior to the start of the first class and have all necessary equipment ready before class Returning all equipment back at the conclusion of class Qualifications: Two years previous experience teaching Aquafitness classes to adults Current CALA or WaterArt Aquafitness Certification Specialized certification related to teaching special populations (arthritis, rehabilitation, seniors, pre/post natal, etc.) Current CPR Excellent customer service and communication skills to coach and mentor a diverse range of participants Successful candidates will be required to provide a satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Check Experience teaching youth or guardian & baby programs an asset Compensation: $31.05/hour + 4% vacation. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Join us in building a world of possibility! Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital is Canada’s largest pediatric rehabilitation hospital. We are a top 40 Canadian research hospital that is fully affiliated with the University of Toronto, and we serve over 9,000 families annually. Our vision is to support the most meaningful and healthy futures for all children, youth and families. Providing both inpatient and outpatient programs and services, Holland Bloorview is renowned for its expertise in partnering with clients and families to provide exceptional care and is the only organization to ever achieve 100 per cent in three successive quality surveys by Accreditation Canada. Holland Bloorview has won numerous awards including Greater Toronto's Top Employers, Canada's Top Employers for Young People and Canada's Most Admired Corporate Cultures. We offer an inspiring, inclusive, innovative, and collaborative work environment with competitive compensation and benefit packages and programs that support ongoing learning and professional growth. The Creative Arts March Break Respite Camp is a day camp for children and youth with physical disabilities and developmental delays. Participants will interact and play through music, visual art, movement and drama. The goal of the program is to enable participants to have fun through creative, sensory and social experiences and to provide respite relief to families during the March Break school holiday March Break school holiday (March 16-20, 2026). Successful candidates must be flexible to participate in training after business hours or on weekends. Mandatory meetings and training sessions are being held on Friday February 6, 2026 (evening hours), Saturday, March 7 (day time hours) and a full day of prep on Saturday March 14, 2026. The Rest and Relaxation Artist facilitates Rest and Relaxation, with a partner for rotating groups of children/youth with disabilities supported by staff and volunteers, during the camp day. They are an effective communicator and collaborator and a compassionate leader and team player who enables the engagement and choice making of the participants. They support and encourage the strengths of participants, staff, and volunteers. Key Responsibilities To lead the Rest and Relaxation activity area with a partner To plan and deliver rest and relaxation activities, e.g. sensory activities, gentle yoga/stretching, with the artistic team to accommodate diverse needs of participants Demonstrated ability to enable the rest and relaxation of others To work with an integrated group of children and youth using various forms of rest and relaxation Contribute to planning meetings/initiate/develop program of activities for the week Assist safe participation of clients Supervise lunch/break times of clients as needed Collaborate with program staff, volunteers and families Work as a team member, with Care Team and Artistic Team, in order to ensure programming goals are met Other duties as assigned Qualifications BFA or college diploma/certificate in recreation, rest and relaxation or equivalent Preferred education & experience rest and relaxation techniques and training/skills related to children and youth with physical and developmental disabilities and those who are neurodivergent Additional related skill set such as gardening, drama, visual arts or music an asset Minimum of one-year experience in the practice of recreation, rest and relaxation facilitation; 1:1 and group facilitation Demonstrated expertise in planning, implementing and evaluating music programs Demonstrated ability to encourage full participation in activity area Must be flexible, have the ability to assess the needs of individuals and quickly respond to needs Demonstrated ability to work in collaboration with staff/clients/families Demonstrated organizational skills and ability to efficiently manage working hours Sound judgment, communication and ability to work independently at times Ability to lift, transfer, position, & feed participants ages 4 to 18 independently if needed Ability to guide volunteers and Client Service Assistants Ability to take direction #J-18808-Ljbffr
A prominent children's rehabilitation center in Toronto seeks a compassionate Artist to facilitate drama activities for children with disabilities during a March Break camp. The role involves leading sessions, planning creative programs, and collaborating with staff and volunteers. Ideal candidates will have a background in drama or arts, experience with youth, and strong communication skills. Join us in creating a supportive and engaging environment for children to express themselves.
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A leading pediatric rehabilitation hospital in Toronto is seeking an Executive Assistant to provide high-level support to senior leadership. This role involves managing complex schedules, coordinating meetings, and overseeing recruitment and payroll processes. Ideal candidates will have at least 5 years of administrative experience, strong organizational skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office and SharePoint.
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Join us in building a world of possibility! Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital is Canadas largest pediatric rehabilitation hospital. We are a top 40 Canadian research hospital that is fully affiliated with the University of Toronto and we serve over 9000 families annually. Our vision is to support the most meaningful and healthy futures for all children youth and families. Providing both inpatient and outpatient programs and services Holland Bloorview is renowned for its expertise in partnering with clients and families to provide exceptional care and is the only organization to ever achieve 100 per cent in three successive quality surveys by Accreditation Canada. Holland Bloorview has won numerous awards including Greater Torontos Top Employers Canadas Top Employers for Young People and Canadas Most Admired Corporate Cultures. We offer an inspiring inclusive innovative and collaborative work environment with competitive compensation and benefit packages and programs that support ongoing learning and professional growth. General Overview This Executive Assistant role provides high-level administrative and operational support to the Senior Director Client and Family Integrated Care Transitions and Community Partnerships. and the Manager of Inclusion Diversity Equity Accessibility and Ani-Racism (IDEAA) ensuring the smooth coordination of daily activities meetings and special events across their portfolios. This role requires exceptional organizational skills attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. The incumbent serves as the primary point of contact for staff and external partners supports departmental communications recruitment payroll and onboarding processes and contributes to the overall efficiency and effectiveness of the teams operations. Key Responsibilities Provide comprehensive administrative support to the Senior Director Client and Family Integrated Care Transitions and Community Partnerships and the Manager of IDEAA; serve as first point of contact for internal and external stakeholders. Manage complex calendars and meeting schedules involving multiple stakeholders. Coordinate meetings and events (in-person and virtual) including agenda preparation minute taking action item tracking and distribution of materials. Arrange logistics for meetings conferences and forums : room bookings catering (internal and external) AV setup registration and travel arrangements. Prepare collate and edit a variety of documents and reports (Word Excel PowerPoint SharePoint). Support recruitment processes : initiate recruitment requisitions download resumes coordinate interview schedules using PickATime software and arrange interview rooms. Administers payroll for teams and generate payroll-related reports as requested. Manage departmental communications and updates. Coordinate onboarding for new staff including workspace setup introductions and completion of onboarding documentation. Track and reconcile VISA statements; manage requisitions and ordering. Develop and maintain organizational charts budget summaries and staffing documentation for multiple portfolios. Collate and upload Foundation grant information to SharePoint; assist in preparing reports and submissions for the CEO and Board. Liaise with translation vendors and internal staff to coordinate document translations. Collate survey results and synthesize themes for departmental reporting. Support internal communication initiatives including the Inpatient Newsletter and distribution of staff greeting cards (Ella Cards). Create and distribute tools for engagement and collaboration such as Doodle polls and Mentimeter sessions. Provide administrative coverage coordination during leadership absences (vacation DSB). Prepare Personnel Action Forms (PAFs) for summer and contract staff. Support planning and delivery of team-building and staff engagement events. Perform general office duties including photocopying filing correspondence and other administrative tasks as required. Provide ad-hoc administrative support for committees task forces and special projects as assigned. Qualifications Graduate of a college program or equivalent. Minimum of 5 years senior administrative experience preferably in a healthcare setting. Knowledge of the Equity Diversity & Inclusion lens and Client and Family Integrated Care. A well-cultivated critical thinker : Raises vital questions and problems formulating them clearly and precisely. Gathers and assesses relevant information. Thinks open-mindedly within alternative systems of thought. Communicates effectively with others in figuring out solutions to complex problems. Proactive with exceptional project management skills facility management experience an asset Strong organizational skills High level of attention to detail Works collaboratively within a team environment Significantly skilled with SharePoint and MS Office Products : Excel Word Power Point and Outlook able to : Generate Excel spreadsheets with advanced formatting and filtering options. Create Word documents with advanced formatting and layouts. Ability to use mail merge and track changes. Produce impactful customized PowerPoint presentations. Coach others to use MS Office software programs an asset. Handle busy schedules within Outlook for those they support using enhanced calendar management options. Apply strong skills with virtual meeting applications (Teams Zoom). Ability to use and trouble-shoot with audiovisual equipment. Key Skills Time Management,Microsoft Office,Organizational skills,Microsoft Outlook,Microsoft Word,Personal Assistant Experience,Microsoft Powerpoint,Calendar Management,Microsoft Excel,Administrative Experience,Microsoft Outlook Calendar,Google Suite Employment Type: Full Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 #J-18808-Ljbffr
A children's rehabilitation hospital in Toronto is seeking a Research Assistant to support research contracts and grants. This role involves administrative duties related to grant applications and contracts management, providing essential support to research teams. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, a minimum of one year of experience in a research setting, and strong communication skills. This is a full-time hybrid position offering significant growth opportunities in a dynamic research environment.
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Title: Research Assistant (Grants, Contracts & Awards) Status: Regular, Full-Time (1.0FTE) Start Date: As soon as possible Program: Bloorview Research Institute Supervisors: Donna Yee & Cecilia Pangilinan This administrative role offers an exciting and strategic opportunity to dive into the heart of research operations, providing crucial grants- and contracts-related support that empowers research teams to thrive. From ensuring grant applications (0.5FTE) are complete and compliant to tracking and guiding their processing journey from intake to post-award, you will be a vital player bringing innovative projects to their start line. In supporting research contracts (0.5FTE) from initiation to execution, you will provide key contributions for our researchers while they navigate negotiations for funds. With a focus on meticulous coordination and communication, you will play a key role in gathering institutional metrics and facilitating awards processes. The position strikes a balance between administrative precision and strategic collaboration, offering the chance to engage with dynamic teams, contribute to impactful research, and refine organizational processes - all in a fast-paced, evolving academic research environment. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow your career while making meaningful contributions to groundbreaking work. This position has dual reporting to the Manager, Grant & Award Development, and the Manager, Research Contracts. Position works closely with the BRI Operations team and BRI Research Teams. This is a hybrid role with 3 days per week onsite. Key Responsibilities Take the lead in various administrative aspects of research contracts, grants and awards processes including intake, data entry, coordination of internal approvals, obtaining signatures, as well as the creation, distribution and follow ups of internal communications and documents and documents storage Organize and maintain templates and electronic contracts databases under the guidance of the Research Contracts Manager Maintain and participate in process improvements for existing organized system of digital and electronic records for BRI Operations Generate periodic reports to track progress of grants and contracts Regularly updates and serves as the main contact person for the Research Contracts intranet site Coordinate wide spectrum of grants-related activities to ensure accuracy and completeness and good grant management and accountability Assist with internal awards committees, collection of application documents, data entry and communications Support award nominations endorsed by BRI, including tracking all nominations from intake to submission through post-award Coordinate letters of support, including developing and providing templates as appropriate Contribute to board reports, slides for scientist and business meetings Guides and oversees review panels and selection committees Communicate, provide guidance, and liaise effectively with research teams and personnel as needed (i.e. collection of required documents, clarification of requests, sharing of additional resources etc.) on matters pertaining to grants, awards and contracts Handling research and hospital related confidential information Other duties as required Qualifications, Skills, and Abilities Bachelor's degree preferred (in life sciences, or health-related field) At minimum, one year of working experience in an academic or clinical research environment as a research assistant or coordinator Previous experience with research grant budget management, research contracts, and/or tri-agency funding is an asset Adept at working in a fast-paced, rapidly changing academic research environment Excellent communication, judgment, interpersonal skills, analytic skills, problem-solving skills and consultative skills Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within a team as well as independently Computer proficiency, especially MS Office applications, Adobe Acrobat, and Sharepoint Background in childhood disability is an asset Ability to set priorities and manage a busy work schedule #J-18808-Ljbffr
Overview A new faculty position is available in the Division of Developmental Paediatrics, Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital, which is an academic health science centre dedicated to the care of children and youth with disabilities, affiliated with the University of Toronto. The Clinician Investigator in Pediatric Acquired Brain Injury will demonstrate leadership in the area of acquired brain injury including the establishment of scholarly projects in this area. This role will be an academic faculty role within the Division of Developmental Paediatrics. As an integral member of our team, responsibilities will include the provision of clinical care, teaching, leadership activities and a focus on clinical research and educational scholarship. The successful applicant must be certified by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada in Paediatrics (or equivalent). Completion of subspecialty training in Developmental Paediatrics, Child Neurology, or equivalent academic experience is mandatory. The successful applicant will have both a clinical research career and clinical experience focused on children and youth with paediatric acquired brain injuries/concussions. The successful candidate should be eligible for an academic appointment at the University of Toronto. Rank and salary will be commensurate with qualifications. Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital (Holland Bloorview) is Canada’s largest children’s rehabilitation hospital and is home to the Bloorview Research Institute. We are a provincial facility that sees more than 9,500 unique clients each year in our inpatient and outpatient programs and services. We serve young people from birth to 19 years old with disabilities, rehabilitation needs and complex health and developmental needs. Key Responsibilities Role accountabilities will be divided 50% clinical time and 50% academic time Clinical duties will include consultation in the area of paediatric acquired brain injury Lead peer-reviewed publications Involved in the training of students On-call responsibilities including providing inpatient coverage Minimum Knowledge, Skills & Abilities License/Membership: Certificate or fellowship in Developmental Paediatrics/Child Neurology from the Royal College of Physicians or equivalent Eligible for an academic appointment at the University of Toronto Experience Fellowship completion in Developmental Paediatrics/Child Neurology or equivalent academic experience is mandatory Communication Effective conflict resolution, networking and negotiation skills Knowledge/Skills Demonstrated commitment and understanding of the Centre’s Vision, Values and Mandate Family/client centred approach Visit the following websites for additional information: Holland Bloorview: hollandbloorview.ca University of Toronto, Department of Paediatrics: sickkids.ca/en/care-services/clinical-departments/paediatrics/ Application Interested individuals should submit a one-page letter of intent, curriculum vitae (CV), and three references to the attention of: Dr. Golda Milo-Manson, Vice President of Medicine and Academic Affairs, Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital, 150 Kilgour Road, Toronto, ON, M4G 1R8. Please use the Apply button to submit your application. What Makes Holland Bloorview Special? Join us in building a world of possibility! Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital is Canada’s largest pediatric rehabilitation hospital, and a top 40 Canadian research hospital. Holland Bloorview is renowned for its expertise in partnering with clients and families to provide exceptional care and is the only organization to ever achieve 100 per cent in three successive quality surveys by Accreditation Canada. Holland Bloorview’s vision is to support the most meaningful and healthy futures for all children, youth and families. We are an academic hospital, fully affiliated with the University of Toronto. Through our Bloorview Research Institute (BRI), scientists, researchers and clinicians are dedicated to developing and improving interventions that can promote health and well-being; removing barriers to meaningful inclusion and participation; and understanding developmental diversity by studying the brains, bodies and pathways of children and youth with disabilities. Holland Bloorview has won numerous awards including Greater Toronto’s Top Employers, Canada’s Top Employers for Young People, Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, and Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures. We offer an inspiring, inclusive, innovative, and collaborative work environment, in a beautiful natural setting, with competitive compensation and benefit packages and programs that support ongoing learning and professional growth. Inclusive Recruitment The University of Toronto embraces Diversity and is building a culture of belonging that increases our capacity to effectively address and serve the interests of our global community. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities. We value applicants who have demonstrated a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that diverse perspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential to strengthening our academic mission. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Position title: Research Coordinator Status: Temporary Full-time (1.0 FTE) Start date : December 1, 2025 End date : November 27, 2026 Lab: Autism Research Centre (ARC) Supervisor: Evdokia Anagnostou Program: Bloorview Research Institute Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital is Canada's largest pediatric rehabilitation hospital and is fully affiliated with the University of Toronto. It has ranked amongst Canada's top 40 research hospitals for more than a decade. Holland Bloorview has won numerous awards including Greater Toronto's Top Employers, Canada's Top Employers for Young People and Canada's Most Admired Corporate Cultures. We offer an inspiring, inclusive, innovative, and collaborative work environment with competitive compensation and benefit packages and programs that support ongoing learning and professional growth. The Bloorview Research Institute (BRI), embedded within the hospital, is the only university-affiliated research institute in Canada dedicated to pediatric disability, and one of very few around the world. BRI's vision is to be a global leader in transformative, equity-driven research dedicated to enabling personalized versions of a good life across the lifespan, for all individuals with childhood onset disabilities, acquired injuries and developmental differences, their families and communities. Job Description We are seeking a Research Coordinator with experience working with individuals with disabilities in a fast-paced research environment. It is strongly preferred that the successful candidate will have experience administering psychometric, cognitive, and language assessments to children and youth with disabilities. As a Research Coordinator within the Bloorview Research Institute, the successful candidate will be required to work alongside an interdisciplinary research team working in the field of disability research and participate in BRI-related events, committees, and meetings. Strong critical appraisal skills, effective communication, interpersonal and facilitation skills as well as excellent organization, time management, and priority setting skills are critical to the success of this position. Key Responsibilities Regular, independent conduct of standardized psychometric, cognitive, and language tests in a research environment Recruitment of children, youth, and young adults and support with magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scanning Preparation of research ethics submissions and amendments Preparation of reports on milestones, achievements, etc. Ordering supplies and equipment, and basic tracking of study finances Providing continuity and acting as a source of information for research participants and their families Taking considerable responsibility for day-to-day running of research protocol Exercising moderate independent judgment and decision-making using established policies and procedures to resolve technical problems Following established guidelines, procedures, and standards Initiate and maintain research files that will include original consent, documentation, general correspondence, and data collection forms Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Abilities A minimum of an undergraduate degree in psychology or a health-related field is required. Master’s degree is preferred. Experience and demonstrated skill in administering standardized psychometric, cognitive, and language assessments is strongly preferred. For example, experience administering the Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule (ADOS-2), Autism Diagnostic Interview - Revised (ADI-R) is strongly preferred. At least two years of clinical research experience is required, which has garnered you an understanding of research policies and procedures Broad knowledge of neurodevelopmental disorders will be considered assets Strong written and oral communication skills Ability to function independently, and yet collaboratively, within a research team Exceptional organizational skills Demonstrated computer software skills (including Microsoft Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel) Recommended Applicants are strongly encouraged to submit both a cover letter and a curriculum vitae (CV) as part of their application. #J-18808-Ljbffr
A leading children's rehabilitation hospital in Toronto is seeking a Research Coordinator. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in administering assessments to children with disabilities and possess excellent organizational skills. The role involves working in a dynamic research environment and supporting various aspects of clinical research. Competitive compensation and a supportive work environment are offered.
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