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... programs, compensation, organization development, executive administration, etc. MAJOR ... Proficient in Chinese (either Mandarin or Cantonese) is a plus Excellent phone skills and ...

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What is the difference between Chinese Program Assistant vs Chinese Language Instructor?

AspectChinese Program AssistantChinese Language Instructor
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some roles prefer language certificationsTeaching certifications (e.g., TESOL, TEFL) often required; native or fluent speakers preferred
Work EnvironmentEducational institutions, cultural centers, community programsSchools, language institutes, online platforms
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in educational and cultural organizations to support language programsPrimarily in educational settings to teach Chinese language skills

The Chinese Program Assistant typically supports program logistics and administrative tasks, while the Chinese Language Instructor focuses on teaching language skills directly to students. Both roles are essential in language education but differ mainly in responsibilities and required qualifications.

Infographic showing various Chinese Program Assistant job openings in Toronto, ON as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 33% Full Time, 33% Part Time, and 34% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution.

Program Assistant, Day Program (Casual)

Mississauga, ON • On-site

Yee Hong Centre for Geriatric Care
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CA$22.52 - CA$26.49/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 17 days ago

Job description

Program Assistant (Casual)

Core Function:

Under the direction of the Program Manager/Program Coordinator, plans or participates in the planning of appropriate activities and providing high quality services to clients of the Day Program.

Responsibilities:

  • Under the overall direction of the Senior Coordinator/Program Coordinator, participates in the planning of appropriate activities for clients of the program

  • Implements and ensures smooth operation of the activities in a safe, hygienic and supportive environment

  • Provides timely and appropriate crisis intervention or behaviour management and ensures that the clients' physical, social and emotional needs are appropriately met

  • Provides timely and appropriate support/information and referral/placement/outreach to clients/volunteers (as appropriate) to ensure that the clients/volunteers' social/ recreational/development needs are appropriately met

  • Works closely with client and caregiver in ensuring appropriate design of care plan/program plan and ongoing monitoring of plan

  • Ensures appropriate assessment, placement, matching and support for volunteers

  • Provides effective guidance, training and support to the volunteers in the program

  • Maintains up to date and accurate files, records and statistics on the program

  • Maintains accurate record of fees and expenditures

  • Complies with risk management policy for health and safety and infection control

  • Keeps up-to-date with developments and best practices in the field

  • Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

  • Diploma in Social Work or Social Services, health sciences, activation, or equivalent

  • Experience in geriatric rehabilitation is essential

  • Excellent customer service skills

  • Ability to work independently and contribute effectively as a team player

  • Computer literacy in Microsoft Office Suite

  • Recent certification in C.P.R.

  • Recent satisfactory Police Vulnerable Sector Screen result

  • Fluency in English and ability to converse in Chinese

  • Must be able to work across different Yee Hong sites as needed

Physical Demands:

  • This is a casual position.

  • Some lifting and transferring required

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Please apply before:

2026-07-02

Salary Range:

$22.52 - $26.49

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Our people are our greatest strength and the core of our success. We invest in our employees' wellbeing and support their ongoing learning and development. We offer:

  • Competitive total compensation package

  • Multi-employer pension plan

  • Professional development opportunities

  • Ongoing learning and development

  • Employee education assistance program

  • Award winning corporate culture

  • Safe, inclusive and supportive work environment

Yee Hong is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process providing the applicant has met the bona-fide requirements for the open position. If contacted for this employment opportunity, please advise if you require any accommodation.

Successful applicants must provide a recent satisfactory vulnerable sector police reference check and medical clearance certificate.

Our hiring process involves the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to assist with screening of the applicants' resume.

This job is posted to fill an existing vacancy.

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