Project Administration Officer - Canada Summer Jobs
at VHA Home HealthCare

Job Description

VHA Home HealthCare (VHA) is one of the largest not-for-profit home care providers in Ontario. Our team is made up of close to 3,000 caring and committed professionals who love what they do. Our providers tell us: “Home care is where I can truly make a difference. There is such a sense of accomplishment from helping people live independently at home.” Our teams work together to provide high quality, client-centred care to those who need it most in their homes, schools, retirement homes and other community settings. Many of our team members manage their own schedules in the community and they say, “The freedom and flexibility can't be beat.” Providers form meaningful bonds with the clients and families they serve over time and are supported by a diverse regional team and beneficial home office programs. Team members tell us “I love the inclusive culture. I feel welcome and at home.” 

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Pay Range

$25.00/ hour

Full-Time Contract position ending on August 28, 2026 

As this role is being funded by the Canada Summer Jobs program, the following are eligibility requirements:

• You are between 15 and 30 years of age at the start of employment.

• You are a Canadian citizen or permanent resident or person to whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act (foreign students are not eligible).

• You are legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with relevant provincial/territorial legislation and regulations.

• You have a valid Social Insurance Number at the start of employment and be legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with relevant provincial or territorial legislation and regulations.

About the Role
 

VHA's Quality Team is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented student to support quality improvement initiatives across our healthcare organization. This role is ideal for a post-secondary/university student in a health or science-related program who is interested in gaining hands-on experience in project coordination, data analysis, and healthcare quality.
You will contribute to meaningful projects that advance client safety and evidence-informed services, while collaborating within a supportive, team-oriented environment.
 

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate project and meeting logistics, including scheduling, preparing agendas, meeting notes, and facilitating follow-up.

• Prepare, edit and format professional documents and presentations (e.g., reports, slide decks, charts, and graphs).

• Support the development of project plans and tools, including project charters and Gantt charts.

• Assist with data-related activities such as data entry, survey coordination, analysis, reporting and evaluation.

• Contribute to project communications, including progress updates, summaries, and reports.

• Conduct brief environmental scans and literature reviews to support evidence-informed work.

• Develop clear, engaging materials (e.g., infographics, one-pagers, etc.) to support information-sharing of key messages.

Key Skills, Experience and Behaviours Required for this Position:

• Currently completing (or recently completed) the third year of a health, science, or related degree

• Foundational research skills, including the ability to conduct brief literature searches, identify credible sources, and synthesize findings

• Experience supporting research projects, environmental scans, or data analysis (preferred)

• Understanding of evidence-informed practice and best practices (preferred)

• Basic knowledge of project coordination or evaluation (preferred)

• Strong organizational and time management skills

• Attention to detail with solid analytical thinking

• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook); experience with design tools (e.g. Canva) is an asset

• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

What makes VHA's compensation unique?

• Benefits and pension plan for permanent eligible employees

• Compensation for education and professional development

• VHA is a leading learning organization so we can provide you with comprehensive orientation and training at the start and throughout your career

• Mentorship and peer support

• Career development opportunities

• Employee and family assistance program

• Wellness resources

• Perks & discounts

• Staff & service provider events

Accommodation and VHA's commitment to DEI

At VHA Home HealthCare (VHA), we passionately strive to uphold our commitments to being an Equal Opportunity Employer. We champion inclusion and diversity in all parts of our organization and are strong believers that a diverse workforce is key to the ongoing and future success of VHA. We aim to review all applicants with fair and unbiased recruitment practices where opportunities are presented based on merits, skills, and experience. VHA is committed to providing reasonable accommodation and our services are accessible and sensitive to the needs of diverse groups. If you require any accommodation, please let us know in advance as we are happy to comply.

How to Apply?

Our online application should take about 5 to 10 minutes to complete.

VHA is accredited with Exemplary Standing by Accreditation Canada; an RNAO Best Practice Spotlight Organization designate; and a founding member agency of United Way Greater Toronto.

Thank you to everyone who applies. We will review applications as they are received. We'll only be contacting those selected for further discussion.

In every role and at every level, we lead with purpose, build bonds that matter, and we're passionate about providing spectacular care.