Title: Youth Programmer (Preference will be given to African Nova Scotian Applicants)
Reports to: General Manager, Child and Youth
Position Status: Full Time
Vacancies: 1
Salary: $35,000 - $40,000
Start Date: Immediately
Location: The YMCA of Greater Halifax/Dartmouth, 2269 Gottingen Street, Halifax, NS
Dept: 5100
Since 1853 the YMCA of Greater Halifax/Dartmouth has been connecting Nova Scotians to build healthy communities. As a non-profit charity we provide vital services, including Health, Employment, Childcare/Camps, Immigrant Services, and Youth Development.
The YMCA Experience
At the YMCA we know that our ability to partner with others in our community is through the passion and dedication of our employees and volunteers. In joining the YMCA of Greater Halifax/Dartmouth you will become part of a dedicated network of individuals with great passion for providing a holistic support to the communities in which we serve.
The Opportunity
This position is an integral component on the delivery of our commitment to youth development within the communities in which we serve. This position is responsible for oversight and functional expertise in youth advocacy, leadership, partnership, and empowerment. Through collaboration and leadership of program support staff, the Youth Programmer is accountable for championing our YMCA community profile through the facilitation of responsive, meaningful programming in a positive, inclusive, community-oriented environment.
Responsibilities include
- Responsible for development, implementation of Youth Development strategy and program outcomes.
- Develop, promote, implement, and evaluate quality youth programming offered at the YMCA facility or in partnership with local community associations/organizations (i.e. leadership, day camps, drop in, wellness, recreation, community support, workshops etc.).
- Responsible for ensuring program delivery is in keeping with safety and quality standards, specifically ensuring alignment with Serving All Members (SAM) standards, child protection requirements, consistent staff/volunteer coverage, and insurance requirements.
- Supervise participants within our after-school and evening programming (Weekdays, 2-10pm)
- Responsible for development and garnering of Youth Leadership advocacy initiatives with focus on youth empowerment, awareness, and mentorship (i.e. Youth Advisory Council).
- Foster positive, collaborative partnerships with external agencies, schools, and associations in efforts to provide enhanced, meaningful, responsive programming opportunities.
- Manage program administrative tasks to support a safe, positive Y experience for all participants, volunteers, and families, including registration, maintenance of program statistics, participant information, and other tasks as required to support a smooth, effective program delivery and compliance. Completion of all Association, program, and national reporting requirements.
- Facilitation and delivery of internal and external communications, including responding to program questions, client concerns, preparation of promotional material, and two way communication with internal departments in aim of supporting program delivery.
- Ensure modeling and championing of YMCA behavioral standards in regard to professionalism, discretion, behavioural standards, and respectful workplace requirements
- Manage participants behavior in keeping with our YMCA standards and child protection/safety requirements
Qualifications and Skills
- Degree or Diploma in Recreation, Outdoor Education, or relevant discipline Healthy Child Development training
- Minimum of 2 years of leadership experience, preferably in a Youth programming, outreach, or day camp environment
- Current First Aid & CPR
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to establish rapport with clients
- Proven track record of programming excellence and dedication to safety
- Demonstrated ability to meet multiple, competing deadlines
- Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
- Flexibility to work irregular hours as required
We Offer
- Participation in Comprehensive Group Benefits and Pension Program
- Strong Work Life Balance Programs (i.e. Paid Personal and Vacation Days)
- Individual & Family YMCA Membership options
- Access to discounted childcare/program
Note:
Successful candidates will be required to provide:
- A current and satisfactory Criminal Record Check/Vulnerable Sector Check
- Child Abuse Registry Check
- Proof of valid First Aid and CPR training
- Proof of full vaccination against COVID-19 (preferred)
- Employees will be required to attend YMCA Child Protection Training
Apply Today
Please apply online at http://www.ymcahfx.ca/job-postings/ by May 31, 2022
We look forward to hearing from you!
The YMCA of Greater Halifax/Dartmouth is an equal opportunity employer that values the diversity of people and communities and is committed to excellence and inclusion in our Association. We are committed to an environment that is barrier free. If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please inform us in advance to arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation. Applicants are encouraged to self-identify.