- Zone Jeunesse - Montréal, Canada - Les Ymca Du Québec

Les Ymca Du Québec
Les Ymca Du Québec
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Montréal, Canada

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Here, your talent can make a lasting impact
Do you want your talent to have a positive impact on the people you work with? Are you seeking new ways to maximize and develop your expertise? Do you want to work in an environment where people come first? We have an opportunity for you, because here, your talent can make a lasting impact


Every day, more than 1,200 people work with the YMCAs of Québec network, providing a variety of services that create positive change in people's lives.


In collaboration with the youth program coordinator, the youth worker works with adolescents aged 12 to 17 in the Youth Zone, helping to create a safe space for at-risk or troubled youth.

He/she works with other staff to raise awareness among young people, and to plan and run workshops.

The challenges we offer

  • Ensure the planning, organization and facilitation of all programming;
  • Supervise a team of volunteers and specialized animators, particularly for arts and civic participation activities;
  • Ensure young people's safety, respect for the code of conduct and good relations within the Youth Zone, the center and on outings;
  • Promote the development of autonomy and social skills (respect, sharing, mutual aid, selffulfillment, creation of positive ties, etc.), the learning of civic and democratic life, and the involvement of young people in their community.
  • Participate in Youth Zone promotional events (schools, CJEs, etc.);
  • Understand and integrate the value of philanthropy within his/her position and the association, and participate in the annual campaign and/or fundraising events;
  • Ensure a quality service offering in line with the principles and values of The YMCAs of Québec.
Some good reasons to join the YMCA


When you join our team, you'll discover an environment where mutual aid and collaboration are at the heart of our activities.

Contributing to our teams means, first and foremost, having the opportunity to:

- develop your expertise;
- rub shoulders with passionate experts;
- have a positive social impact;
- work with multiple committed partners;
- create real change in people's lives;
- have the autonomy to take on stimulating challenges.


The person we're looking for should:

  • Have a background in special education, social work, delinquency intervention or a related field;
  • Have at least 1 year's experience in intervention/animation, more specifically with young people aged 12 to 17;
  • Knowledge of and interest in youth issues;
  • Demonstrate leadership, creativity, initiative and a strong sense of responsibility;
  • Excellent communication skills in French and English;
  • Have no legal impediments related to the job.

Assets:
First aid and CPR certification;
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