Youth Coordinator - Calgary, Canada - YMCA Calgary

YMCA Calgary

Verified Company

Calgary, Canada

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Part time

Description

Why should you join our team?

YMCA Calgary is actively building healthy communities - join us in creating a better Calgary.

YMCA Calgary opened its doors in 1902, since then we have evolved into a vibrant charitable organization that responds to the needs and health of the community.

Guided by four core values of honesty, caring, respect and responsibility, YMCA Calgary develop and delivers quality programs and services that promote the health of the community and provides opportunities for all Calgarians to belong, grow, thrive and lead.

Our team of staff and volunteers are committed to creating a positive impact in the community through our health and wellness programs, child care and early education programs, community outreach programs (such as Indigenous, youth at risk, and cultural integration programs), leadership programs, camp experiences, and much more.

YMCA Calgary serves the community at our six health and wellness locations, six child care centres, two outdoor camp locations, and 60 community outreach locations.

Join us in building healthy communities

Youth Coordinator (Part Time)

YMCA Calgary

Salary:
$18.90/hour - $21.00/hour

Start Date:
Immediately

You can make an impact in the community - locally and across the globe.

You will work with a fun culture of people and enjoy many of the benefits and opportunities the YMCA offers:

Complimentary YMCA Calgary membership including a linked membership for dependent children;
Program discounts;
Ongoing leadership development and opportunities;
Leadership award opportunities;
Scholarship opportunities;
Paid recertification and training.

What qualifications are we looking for?

Knowledge and experience facilitating and planning strength-based recreation and youth engagement programming, that includes sport and physical activity

Customer service experience and/or experience working in a health-focused industry or recreational facility

Demonstrate skills in youth behavior management

Experience working in an effective team to collaboratively achieve desired outcomes

Ability to plan and deliver developmentally appropriate children and youth programs

Competency in oral and written communication skills, including basic use of technology

Current Standard First Aid and CPR C

Evidence of a cleared Police Information Check and Vulnerable Sector Search

Three professional references required

What does this role look like at YMCA Calgary?

Duties and responsibilities include:

Ensure execution of the Calgary Flames Grade 6 program by direct delivery and engagement with Grade 6 youth at different regional YMCA locations,
Actively participate in Flames Friday, weekly Grade 6, and Alumni programs,
Support the growth of other youth initiatives as needed,
Support Youth Supervisor with recruitment and development of volunteers within your team,
Implement all health and safety systems, policies, and procedures,
Be a YMCA Calgary annual campaign ambassador and share YMCA stories,

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee.

Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time.

The Youth Coordinator will be primarily responsible for direct youth program delivery with occasional administrative responsibilities. Programs will occur at the Brookfield Residential, Shawenssy, and Remington YMCAs. Working hours include evenings and some weekends.

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.
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.