YMAP Coordinator - Calgary, Canada - YMCA Calgary

Description

What qualifications are we looking for?

At YMCA Calgary we strive to ensure our employees are a fit based on their strengths, interests, and future goals. The successful candidate will have the following;

• Post-secondary education in Social Sciences, Human Services, Education, Social Work or Humanities;
• Experience and/or desire to work with newcomer youth;
• Experience in leading and running groups, particularly around topics such as leadership, philanthropy and job-searching skills;
• Initiative and a strong work ethic;
• Strong team-work skills as well as the ability to work independently and with low supervision;
• Critical-thinking skills;
• Administrative experience and knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel;
• Reliable transportation (mileage is reimbursed);
• Current Intermediate (Standard) First Aid and CPR C certification (CPR recertified within the last 12 months);
• Evidence of a clear Police Information Check including a Vulnerable Sector Search;
• Three professional references required.

What does this role look like at YMCA Calgary?


Duties and responsibilities include:

• Work part-time, year-round, in a dynamic program (YMAP) offering support and positive experiences for high school students;
• Independently deliver after school sessions four days each week from October to June for youth with a wide variety of English levels;
• Run or support summer programming for youth during July and August;
• Adapt curriculum into daily lesson plans to meet student needs;
• Deliver topics including:

self-esteem, healthy relationships, philanthropy, using Calgary transit, resume writing, global initiatives, and cultural awareness;

• Work within a team of six YMAP Coordinators;
• Help organize special events for youth;
• Recruit participants through in-school presentations and one-on-one interviews;
• Prepare and submit monthly reports, attendance, and program impact stories;
• Support program evaluation;
• Provide drop-in and referrals for participants when needed;
• Build and maintain relationships with schools and community organizations;
• Be an ambassador for YMCA programs in the community;
• Ensure a clean and safe work environment

What qualities do we look for in YMCA Calgary Staff and Volunteers?
Our employees embody the YMCA values of honesty, caring, respect and responsibility. In addition, they model and are committed to the following competencies;

• Developing Self and Others: Developing people with a view toward present and future capacity.
• Building Purposeful Relationships:

Relating to people authentically with their best in mind.

• Creating a Culture of Community: Gathering people to purpose and vision.
• Making Intentional Impact:

Intending to make a difference every day.

• Thinking and

Acting Strategically:
Applying thoughts, words, and actions in service to the vision.


Applying Business Acumen:
Demonstrating excellence in technical skills and stewarding the YMCA Business Model.

• Innovating:

Ability to know your environment, initiate and respond effectively to changing conditions.
Please note that evidence of a clear Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector Search is a requirement
YMCA Calgary is an equal opportunity employer.

Applicants must have legal authorization to work in Canada by way of Canadian Citizenship, Permanent Residency or a valid Canadian work permit.

YMCA Calgary is currently not engaged in international recruitment efforts as we are required to demonstrate that we have exhausted all means of recruitment both locally and nationally.

Potential candidates will only be contacted if selected for an interview. This posting will close when a suitable candidate is found.

All applications are to be submitted online but for any position specific concerns or questions, please contact