SUMMER LIBRARIAN WITH LIVED EXPERIENCE OF DISABILITY
Kitchener-Waterloo Library of Things (KWLOT)
Extend-A-Family Waterloo Region (EAFWR)

Do you have a passion for people, relationships, inclusion and belonging? Do you want to work towards a community that welcomes and accepts everyone?

So do we!

Extend-A-Family Waterloo Region (EAFWR) was founded on the values of working with people with disabilities to grow their social relationships and be seen and valued as full contributing citizens in our community.

The Kitchener-Waterloo Library of Things (KWLOT) is a space for sharing items ranging from tools to camping and kitchen equipment. By sharing items, Library members save money, reduce waste, discover a strong community and provide inclusive and supported employment opportunities.

If this sounds exciting to you, come join our dynamic team to help bring these values to life in our community.

Role:

The Summer Librarian will help run the Library of Things during our open hours; will support our events and workshops; join community events that we attend to promote the Library of Things. The Librarian will also share and communicate their personal experiences with members and the community as needed. 

Qualifications: 

• Lived experience of disability required
• Over 18 years of age and legally permitted to work in Canada
• Able to travel to and from work in Kitchener
• Experience working on a computer/tablet
• Ability to go up and down stairs
• Ability to lift items up to 50lbs, using safe lifting techniques
• Familiarity and participation with the local community is an asset
• Passionate about connecting with people
• Able to work collaboratively as part of a team
• Eager to learn about the KW Library of Things and our inventory items

Core Competencies:

Display Evolving level competency which is defined as “intentional growth of oneself and valuing other’s perspectives. They exhibit the competency consistently in more than one context and promote positive opportunities for change beyond themselves.”  The following competencies will guide the work of the Librarian in this role:

• Advocacy
• Building Relationships
• Problem Solving and Decision Making

The requirements listed are guidelines. Candidates do not have to satisfy every requirement or meet every qualification to be considered.  Applicants with lived experiences with mental health, disability, or who identify as BIPOC, 2SLGBTQ+ are encouraged to apply, and to seek accommodations as required to support their candidacy.

Hours and Pay:

• $17.26 per hour + 6% vacation pay
• Tuesday, May 20th – Saturday, September 6th, 2025

The position requires a maximum of 10 hours per week.  Work hours usually fall on Tuesday and Thursday evenings, along with some weekends. Hours will be decided together with the rest of the team.

Responsibilities and Functions:

This role will work closely with our KW Library of Things team and will report to the Community Development Program Manager. The Summer Librarian’s responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Open Hours (Tuesdays and Thursdays 4:00pm-7:30pm; Saturdays 10:30am-1:30pm)

• Learn about the KW Library of Things so you can answer questions
• Use a computer or tablet to record items going in and out
• Help put away returned items and prepare items going out that day
• Keep the Library, and other rooms used, neat and tidy
• Help staff to accommodate library members who may use the Library differently

KWLOT Events and Workshops

• Help set up and clean up Library table, items and display
• Provide insights from your own experiences about the value of employment and the challenges in finding it when facing barriers, like disability
• Talk to people attending so you can answer questions about the Library
• Promote KW Library of Things by talking to people attending and handing out information materials
• Support creating workshops that are inclusive and accessible to all
• Engage in conversations about equity, inclusion, belonging and diversity

Extend-A-Family is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to ensuring that people with disabilities have the same opportunity of access to employment.

If interested, please submit your application and/or cover letter at https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=df0fe22b-fd6a-46fc-88f1-3d588238f97c&ccId=9200570965625_2&jobId=557190&lang=en_CA