Indigenous Rookie League Specialist, Jays Care - Toronto, Canada - Rogers Communications

Rogers Communications

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2 weeks ago

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Come play a key role in building the future of Sports & Media Everyone wants to be part of a transformational team - and that's exactly what we're building at Rogers Sports & Media.

A team that innovates and a team that wins.

At Rogers Sports & Media we are committed to creating and growing teams that are digital-first, fast-moving and bold-thinking and are focused on delivering impact with everything they do.

Our impressive collection of assets includes media properties, sports teams, sports events & production, venues, e-commerce platforms and a close connection with our Connected Home and Wireless team.

Collectively, we touch the lives of 30 million of Canadians every month

As we grow our team, the well-being of our team members remains our top priority.

To ensure the health and safety of our team members, including those in the recruitment process, our team members are working from home, and are equipped to do so safely and efficiently.

Are you up for the challenge and the fun? If so, consider the following opportunity

Indigenous Rookie League Specialist, Jays Care Programs

Jays Care Foundation | Toronto Blue Jays Baseball Club

Are you excited to create opportunities for children and youth facing barriers in sport?
Are you ready to join an award-winning team of innovators, creators and dreamers? If you answered yes, we are looking for someone like you

Indigenous Rookie League (IRL) Specialist, Jays Care Programs

IRL Specialists on the Jays Care Programs team are tasked with supporting the design, delivery, growth and development of Indigenous Rookie League programs across the country.

Indigenous Rookie League is a unique inter-generational baseball program that increases physical and mental health outcomes for children and youth, while also promoting healing through innovative points systems, inter-generational connections and collaboration among neighbouring communities.

The leagues are co-created with leadership from Tribal Councils or Health Authorities to meet the unique goals for that area.

Partners receive league design support, funding, equipment, coach training, and community-based launch support to help their leagues succeed. IRL Specialists are assigned 4-6 leagues to support. This includes a significant amount of travel to communities involved in the leagues.

In addition, the IRL Specialist can expect to be assigned to support a wide range of projects including, but not limited to:

Winter Hampers
James Bay Girls At Bat programs
Wraparound support initiatives

Type of role: 1 year contract

Reporting to:
Senior Manager, Indigenous Programs

Jays Care Program Specialists are highly skilled at:

EXPERT FACILITATION

Planning, executing and assessing highquality training workshops for youth and adults
Using the most upto date research and learning to craft content and resources
Facilitating workshops and program content that is wildly engaging, inclusive and accessible for all participants
Creating workshop and program spaces that are welcoming, inclusive and barrier free

RECEIVING/

DELIVERING FEEDBACK

Utilizing feedback and building it in to their development and goals
Using a standardized format for providing constructive feedback to others
Actively scheduling opportunities for debriefing, discussion and feedback
Seeing conflict as an opportunity for transformation and growth

EXCEPTIONAL CUSTOMER SERVICE

Oral and written communication
Solving problems with optimism and creativity
Responding to challenges and issues with a sense of calm and accountability
Helping stakeholders feel seen, heard and cared for Consistently demonstrating drive, dedication, capacity, reliability and care

POSSIBILITY THINKING

Thinking critically about their work and impact
Developing big and bold thoughts and setting lofty goals
Working to constantly work smarter and more efficiently Innovating to enhance outcomes

**TEAM PLAYERS

Taking the initiative to build team culture
Practicing inclusive language and behaviour
Respecting team norms and values and work to uphold them Building and maintaining relationships with TBJ, Rogers and community partners

USING BASEBALL FOR DEVELOPMENT

Demonstrating high confidence with the rules, terminology and fundamentals of baseball/softball
Coaching baseball fundamentals
Adapting baseball drills and skills for a wide range of variations
Adapting activities to focus on a range of outcomes

DESIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor's Degree in Recreation, Social Work, Kinesiology, Equity Studies, or related field i.e. human services, health or education
Strong written and oral communication skills
Experience working in partnership with Indigenous communities
An understanding of the history and impact of residential schools
2+ years working with children and/or youth living in historically marginalized communities
2+ years designing and implement