Youth Program Facilitator - Toronto, Canada - BGC East Scarborough (Formally Boys and Girls Club)

BGC East Scarborough (Formally Boys and Girls Club)

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Toronto, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Youth Program Facilitator

BGC East Scarborough is actively recruiting for a Youth Program Facilitator.

The purpose of this position is to organize, develop, and provide engaging programming for youth who identify as Black and/or Indigenous in our community.

The Facilitator will work with young people ages 13-21 encouraging, providing support and assisting them to achieve their potential. The primary focus is on personal, social, cultural and educational development of young people in East Scarborough community.

We are looking for an individual with stellar interpersonal skills along with organizational and time management skills to excel at program facilitation and coordination, youth engagement and classroom management, while showing mastery in administrative duties.

Reporting to the Manager of Youth Programs and Community Outreach

Responsibilities & Duties
Community & Youth Engagement

Ensure improved outcomes for youth by taking a holistic approach to serving Black or Indigenous and other marginalized youth.
Interact with a diverse community of youth in both group and individual settings
Provide opportunities for youth to be challenged physically, cognitively and emotionally in a safe, positive supporting environment
Be knowledgeable in personal strengths and the strengths of team members and youth in the program
Build oneonone and small group relationships with youth to nurture strengths, promote social and emotional growth.
Build relationships with families to strengthen and promote social and emotional growth in youth.
Establish and maintain a professional relationship with community partners
Identify community resources and make the appropriate referral to external resources
Be responsible for reteaching using positive interaction and proactive intervention
Participate in the assessment of program objectives, including data collection, record keeping and reporting for grants

Program Development and Facilitation

Develop, plan, implement, and evaluate quality programs which will foster a sense of direction, purpose and community for youth 1321 in the East Scarborough area
Develop, implement, and recommend effective maintenance and safety programs, procedures, and guidelines
Facilitate the planning, coordination, and onsite execution of program projects, initiatives, curricula and activities for youth, parents, and/or site staff, including workshops and/or trainings, projects and presentations, community service endeavors, outings/field trip exposures/tours, procurement of guest speakers and expert facilitators, recruitment and retention of participants, etc.
Develop, plan and facilitate workshop/ forums/ programs/trainings focused on youth mental health
Assist with planning and execution of programming events, as required
Actively listen others while expressing own expertise and effectively utilizing relevant resources
Work in collaboration with youth program staff to develop and implement a marketing plan to recruit participants for the program
Assist with the setup, delivery and cleanup of program areas

Administration

Responsible for recording night program and club attendance
Maintain daily, weekly and goal action plans detailing program developments and outcomes
Support manager to maintains records and other pertinent information; prepares a variety of operational and business reports, and associated correspondence
Assist with the planning and facilitation department training
Assist with registration as needed
Prepare program materials; uses different channels to maximize community outreach and participation.
Engage and assist youth in completing membership packages
Actively participate in team meetings, professional development activities, employee retreats, and other Club activities
Perform other relevant duties as required

Key Qualifications & Assets

Pursuing a CYW, SSW, ECE, Recreation and Leisure or related diploma/certificate
Possess 2 years working or volunteering with youth and have a desire to learn
Possess a Standard First Aid and CPR+AED, clear Police Reference Check & Vulnerable Sector Check, valid Safe Food Handling Certificate
HIGH FIVE Principles of Healthy Childhood Development
Experience working with underserved youth from an antioppressive framework
Excellent crisis management and conflict resolution skills; life skills coaching; group facilitation and team leadership skills
Demonstrated experience working with youth from various cultural, ethnic, socialeconomic and developmental backgrounds
Ability to work collaboratively in a teamsetting or independently and manage multiple responsibilities and priorities with high attention to details
Strong interpersonal skills with excellent written, and verbal communication and presentation skills
Demonstrated experience working with youth from various cultural, ethnic, socialeconomic and developmental backgrounds
Take a proactive approach to potentia