Active Living Leader - Halifax, Canada - YMCA of Greater Halifax/Dartmouth

YMCA of Greater Halifax/Dartmouth

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Halifax, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Position Title:
Active Living Leader

Reports To:
Active Living Coordinator

Position Status:
Full-Time Salary

Compensation:
$36,536 per year

Start Date:
Immediately

Location:
YMCA Centre for Immigrant Programs, Bayers Road, Halifax, NS

YMCA is a place where everyone belongs.

We are committed to providing equal opportunities for all, in a welcoming space that is safe, nurturing and fun - a community of shared responsibilities, where children and families can thrive.

There are lots of places to work, but few opportunities to do work that really matters, and the Y is one of those rare places.

When you join our team, you don't just get a job - you'll embark on an exciting path of career development.

You will be part of a team that provides children, youth, and adults of all ages reach feel a sense of belonging to their community.

The Opportunity
Working with a team, the Active Living Leader develops and leads activities that promote an

active, healthy lifestyle among newcomers to Canada as well as connecting them with the

community at large around this topic.

Responsibilities

Program planning and delivering activities
Maintaining regular communication with clients to ensure activities are relevant to client interests and needs
Promoting the program and recruiting participants
Collaborating with Coordinator to share newcomer experiences related to active living; contribute our YMCA perspective and profile our work in this area
Remaining current on issues and information that could impact and benefit clients
Working with local groups, partners and schools to implement active living sessions
Establishing and maintaining connections with a variety of likeminded community based organizations and institutions
Referring to other active living services as needed and collaborating with other community agencies to ensure successful settlement and integration
Basic administration including but not limited to data entry

Qualifications & Skills

Recreation Therapy, Health Promotion or other equivalent experience is preferred
Knowledge and understanding of immigrant settlement and community development work
Experience working with newcomers
Experience and demonstrated initiative related to program planning and delivery (inperson and online)
Demonstrated networking, rapport building and communication skills to work positively with groups & individuals
Able to work collaboratively with individuals and teams in leading program
Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple, competing deadlines and tasks
Robust understanding and connection to a variety of active living organizations, community services and resources
Ability to demonstrate positive and effective interpersonal skills
High level of initiative is needed to work independently and respond to unanticipated items
Schedule flexibility to accommodate variations outside of regular business hours, as needed

We Offer

Participation in a comprehensive Group Benefits and Pension Program
Strong work/life balance programs, i.e., paid vacation and personal days
Individual and family YMCA Membership options
Access to discounted childcare and programs

We look forward to hearing from you

The YMCA of Greater Halifax/Dartmouth is an equal opportunity employer that values the diversity of people and communities and is committed to excellence and inclusion in our Association. We are committed to an environment that is barrier free. If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please inform us in advance to arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation. Applicants are encouraged to selfidentify._