The YMCA of Southwestern New Brunswick is working hard to address the critical issues facing the region; the health crisis, population decline, youth outmigration and child poverty. At the Y, we are striving to build a diverse and inclusive community where each person is valued for the unique perspectives and contributions they bring.

The Y offers a diverse set of programs at 19 locations in the city and surrounding municipalities. We are a community of 450 employees and 500 volunteers. If you dont have a Y story yet now is your opportunity to get involved. We invite you to come see what the power of belonging can do for you, your career and your community.

Position Overview

Reporting to the Recreation Supervisor, the Childminding Caregiver/ Youth Leader is part of the Ys Health, Membership and Recreation team. The Childminding Caregiver/ Youth Leader will work collaboratively with other staff and volunteers to develop and deliver programming designed to cater to the physical, mental and social health of local children and youth. As a child-minding caregiver, the primary focus is to interact and actively engage with children 3 months -5 years by forming relationships with children and their families to create a safe, welcoming environment for all. As Youth Leader, the successful applicant will engage and supervise youth participating in YMCA Youth and Sports programming and will ensure an enjoyable safe and inclusive environment for youth and family participants of various skills and abilities.

Authority: The incumbent will take all actions appropriate to fulfilling the described functions. Such actions will be consistent with the practices and policies of the YMCA of Southwestern New Brunswick. Reports to the Development Supervisor.

Core Responsibilities

Youth Leader

Act as a positive role model, effectively guiding youth behaviour and actions.

Effectively plan, organize and lead scheduled sports and youth programs and activities.

Employinclusive and adaptive programming principles to cater to all participating members and resource additional support as deemed necessary.

Set-up and supervise Drop-in and Scheduled Sports Programs.

Scheduling and administrative duties including sign in/ sign out.

Maintain a safe and organized area both during and outside of core programming hours.

Maintain program and facility equipment, during activity set up and tear down; in a clean and orderly manner.

Communicate and enforce facility guidelines to ensure a safe and controlled environment while paying keen attention to accident/incident prevention.

Understanding of Child Protection Policies and Practices.

Act as a coach, teammate and mentor to participating youth & Families.

Assume additional duties including workshops, training, conferences and staff meetings as required.

Encourage and engage youth to participate in discussions, planning and facilitation of Youth Programs, and developing youth volunteer opportunities both within the programs and the community.

Childminding Caregiver

Demonstrate a commitment to childrens learning and is responsive to research.

Understand each child and their familys specific needs and plans for successful outcomes.

Adheres to the policies and procedures outlined in the YMCA Southwestern New Brunswick employee and child care policy manuals.

Effectively plan, organize and supervise daily childminding programming and activities.

Employ inclusive and adaptive programming principles to cater to all participating youth and resource additional support as deemed necessary.

To greet, engage in conversation and provide exceptional Y experiences.

To accurately track participant participation on a daily basis.

To have knowledge of all programs and service the Y offers.

Expected Responsibilities

Models appropriate behaviour in line with the YMCA of Southwestern New Brunswicks mission, vision, and values; establishes rapport and maintains effective relationship-building behaviour with staff, volunteers, and members.

Represents the YMCA of Southwestern New Brunswick in a professional manner both in terms of relationships and documents circulated.

Understands and integrates the value of philanthropy and volunteerism.

Self manages personal professional development and work that needs to be completed.

Skills and Qualifications

High School or Post-Secondary Education.

Experience working with children; Sport and Youth Programs an asset.

Possess a strong work ethic and excellent organization skills.

An excellent team player able to share cooperative leadership with other staff.

Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Employment is contingent on having a clean Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Search along with clearance from the Department of Social Development.

Competencies Required

Child and Youth Focused:Commits to assisting growth and development among children and youth.

Commitment to Organization Vision and Values:Demonstrates and promotes a personal understanding of and appreciation for the mission, vision, strategic outcomes and values of the YMCA.

Initiative: Does the right thing at the right time without being asked

Diversity:Appreciates that people with different opinions, backgrounds and characteristics bring richness to the YMCA.

Integrity:Demonstrates responsible behavior at all times and maintains high ethical standards.

Problem Solving:Identifies an issue and works towards a solution.

Conflict Resolution: Facilitates appropriate and timely solutions to conflict

Coaching and Development: commits to assisting participants, volunteers, staff and self in continuous learning and development

Quality Focus:Ensures that YMCA programs and services are superior.

Relationship Building and Collaboration:Builds positive interactions both internally and externally to achieve work-related goals.

Working Conditions

As a Childminding Caregiver/ Youth Leader you are a casual YMCA Southwestern New Brunswick staff person. Your hours of work and location may be adjusted due to programming needs. There is no guarantee of number of hours worked within a work week.

The Youth Team will provide coverage at all times the Centre is open. This will require you to work a rotating schedule which including opening, closing and weekends.

As a YMCA Southwestern New Brunswick staff person, you are responsible for your own travel to and from work.

The YMCA Southwestern New Brunswick has a Joint Health and Safety Committee which meets on a monthly basis to discuss health and safety within the workplace. Questions or concerns about your workplace must be brought forward to committee members.

As a Childminding Caregiver you will be required to work in an environment which is often busy with high levels of noise.

You will be required to supervise multiple activities at once while handling and working directly with the children within your room. At times you will be required to work directly with children with communicable diseases.

You are responsible for the childrens safety on a daily basis. You will be required to perform first aid and CPR when and if necessary.

As a Childminding Caregiver you will be responsible for the planning and structuring of activities for the children within your group. Collaboration with your team is highly encouraged

This position will require the staff person to stand for periods of times, sit and crouch while engaging with children on their level. You will be responsible to follow and abide by YMCA Canada National Experience Program.