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- Support program staff in the development and implementation of meaningful program plans and activities.
- Facilitate as a subject matter expert at Leader and Instructor training events.
- Assist supervisor in planning recreation and/or social programs that focus on social and skill-based outcomes.
- Be a positive role model while mentoring participants and volunteers.
- Ensure safety and supervision of the participants.
- Manage inventory of equipment and supplies required for activities.
- Complete program observations, maintain records, and provide program feedback, communicating professionally with direct supervisors, program team, and caregivers.
- Respond to customer inquiries and provide information to interested participants.
- Provide support in program activities when required. Qualifications
- Minimum 18 years of age.
- A completed High School diploma or equivalency (for example: GED) is required.
- At least 1 year of direct experience such as leadership and/or volunteer development, coaching, mentoring, volunteering, practicum, post-secondary education, or related, is required.
- A valid Class 5 Driver's License (or provincial equivalency) with no more than 6 demerits OR a Class 5 Graduated Driver's License (GDL) with no more than 4 demerits, and no current charges or suspension pending is required.
- Access to a personal vehicle for work is required.
- Ability to obtain The City of Calgary operator's permit may be required for some positions.
- Must be available for mandatory staff training.
- Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) will be considered an asset.
- Previous experience or ability in working with low-income families and culturally and/or physically diverse populations will be considered an asset.
- Previous training of Physical Literacy, Trauma-Informed Practice, and Social Emotional Literacy will be considered an asset.
- Interest in, current enrollment in post-secondary fields, or possession of education in Child Studies, Education, Social Work, Kinesiology, or related Human Service fields will be considered as assets.
- Strong leadership, coaching, and mentoring skills.
- Strong communication skills along with demonstrated initiative, planning, and organizational skills.
- Sound judgment in safety standards and well-developed customer service skills.