Program Lead (Contract Position)

YMCA CalgaryCalgary, AB

30+ days ago

Salary

CA$16.50–CA$18.00 hourly

Job 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;

Experience working with children to facilitate inclusion within outdoor based programs

Experience leading and / or supervising counsellors in expedition focused programs

Previous experience working with people of all abilities and a solid understanding of the integration process

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Current Standard First Aid and CPR C certification (CPR recertified within the last 12 months) at minimum

Evidence of a clear Police Information Check and Vulnerable Sector Search

Three professional references

What does this role look like at YMCA Calgary?

Reporting to a CCH or Riveredge Coordinator or Supervisor, Program Leads are responsible for :

Overseeing the daily program for camp groups including making changes due to weather, availability and group situation

Counsellor support and supervision

Support of campers through behaviour management and parent / teacher contact

Education and encouraging healthy behaviours in campers and staff, including measures put in place to reduce illness and injury, risk management, outdoor and community living, and physical skills and literacy

The Program Leads will work in the outdoors for the majority of each day. This role will need to lift program supplies, walk, bend, and stand for extended periods of time.

By design the Program Lead position can be physically taxing requiring long periods of walking and standing and participating in physical activities and games. The position will require moderate bending, lifting and repetitive movements as needed during Camp programs.

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.

All applications are to be submitted online but for any position specific concerns or questions, please email [email protected].

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Program Lead (Contract Position) • Calgary, AB