- Coordinates and implements a variety of land-based cultural, community recreation and wellness programs for youth.
- Provides guidance, orientation, coordination and scheduling for recreation program instructors, leaders, support workers, volunteers and staff as required.
- Coordinates the involvement of Elders in programming, ensuring that programming is culturally relevant.
- Collaborates with other community organizations to provide comprehensive support for youth.
- Develops restorative policies and processes for youth, to allow for continued access to programming.
- Performs administrative duties including conducting research, compiling statistics and preparing reports.
- Works collaboratively with other Recreation Coordinators in planning and modifying programming as youth programs develop and grow.
- Actively connects and networks with various organizations within the Territory, including Yukon First Nation governments, community organizations, and specific partnerships identified in strategic plans and funding objectives.
- Follows, so far as is reasonably practicable, established safety procedures and standards.
- Act for Program Leadhand when required.
- Other related duties as required.
- Diploma in Recreation and Leisure, Outdoor Education, Child Development, or a related field.
- A minimum of 2 years' progressive experience and 2 months on the job experience.
- Standard First Aid Workplace Hazardous Materials Information Systems (WHMIS)
- RCMP Vulnerable Sector check.
- Experience leading and supervising groups of various ages during recreational activities.
- Knowledge of community organizations offering recreation and youth services in the territory.
- Knowledge of traditional and cultural activities related to recreational, health and wellness programming.
- Demonstrated leadership skills.
- Comprehensive understanding of youth development principles and practices.
- Comprehension of restorative principles and practices.
- Good organizational and prioritization skills, ability to multitask with minimal supervision.
- Good written and oral communication skills to develop communication materials.
- Class 5 driver's license.
- Class 4 driver's license is an asset.
- 40 Hour Wilderness First Aid is an asset.
Coordinator, Youth - Whitehorse, Canada - City of Whitehorse
Description
Job Summary:
The incumbent provides professional and administrative support in developing, coordinating, delivering and evaluating youth oriented recreation programming. The incumbent also connects with at-risk youth to provide support and resources. The incumbent provides professional and administrative support in developing, coordinating, delivering and evaluating youth oriented recreation programming. The incumbent also connects with at-risk youth to provide support and resources.
Duties and Responsibilities:
This description contains elements necessary for identification and evaluation of the job. The incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.
Number of Hires Needed 1 Position RequirementsWorking Conditions:
Majority of the work is performed under a public recreation setting environment with some exposure to noisy conditions and bodily fluids. Evening and weekend work is required.
Knowledge and Skills:
An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.