Be the Spark that ignites the potential in people! At our YMCA, we believe in the power of people. Every day, our dedicated employees and volunteers bring energy, positivity, and inclusivity to everything they do. They are the spark that ignites potential in others—helping individuals grow, thrive, and truly belong.

When people feel connected and supported, communities become stronger, more resilient, and full of life. That's the impact of people-powered change. Together, we create welcoming spaces where everyone is valued, differences are celebrated, and possibilities are endless. Be the spark. Shine bright. Help others shine too.

About the Role:

What You'll Need

· 1+ years of experience working with children

· Experience in Early Years & Out of School Care is an asset

· Level 2 or 3 Early Childhood Educator is required

· Standard First Aid and CPR-C

· Able to obtain a Police Information Check and Vulnerable sector and where Child Intervention/Enhanced Security check

Responsibilities:

join us- apply today!

Roles and Responsibilities

· Role model recruitment and retention of volunteers and members.

· Consistently deliver high quality service by maintaining positive interpersonal relationships with staff, volunteers and members. Prioritize effective communication by responding to calls, messages and emails in a timely manner.

· Ensure all administrative duties related to programs and members are accurately completed as assigned by the coordinator (e.g. lesson plans).

· Facilitate high-quality programs and activities for program members by providing age-appropriate activities and integrating international development education in all program areas.

· Actively supervise members and volunteers during programming, ensure behaviors is compliant with the Child, Youth Behavior Management and abuse Policy.

· Ensure programs start and finish on times.

· Work with parents about their concerns and demands and collect fees from them on each visit.

· Follow all YMCA standards at all times, follow the audit process for program quality assurance.

· Maintain all equipment and follow safety standards.

· Ensure all safety documents are completed accurately, all sign-in and out procedures for parents are followed, and staff is following head counts and maintaining ratios.

· Comply with the Centre's emergency response and procedures by; participating in an annual review of emergency procedures, take action as needed to ensure a safe work environment for staff and volunteers.

· Act as a first responder to health and safety issues.

· Notify the manager on duty if any emergency or serious problems arise.

· Consistently represent YMCA's values and mission, encourage a healthy lifestyle, participation of others by helping out by their respective means, enrich the quality of programs and services, promote YMCA as a charity according to YMCA SAM Standards Document.

Qualifications:

· Role model recruitment and retention of volunteers and members.

· Consistently deliver high quality service by maintaining positive interpersonal relationships with staff, volunteers and members. Prioritize effective communication by responding to calls, messages and emails in a timely manner.

· Ensure all administrative duties related to programs and members are accurately completed as assigned by the coordinator (e.g. lesson plans).

· Facilitate high-quality programs and activities for program members by providing age-appropriate activities and integrating international development education in all program areas.

· Actively supervise members and volunteers during programming, ensure behaviors is compliant with the Child, Youth Behavior Management and abuse Policy.

· Ensure programs start and finish on times.

· Work with parents about their concerns and demands and collect fees from them on each visit.

· Follow all YMCA standards at all times, follow the audit process for program quality assurance.

· Maintain all equipment and follow safety standards.

· Ensure all safety documents are completed accurately, all sign-in and out procedures for parents are followed, and staff is following head counts and maintaining ratios.

Why work for the YMCA?

The YMCA of Northern Alberta is a charity that ignites the potential in people, helping them grow, lead, and give back to their communities. We are committed to helping our employees and volunteers reach their full potential and are recognized as a great place to work and volunteer. We offer meaningful opportunities to make a difference in the lives of individuals and the health of our communities.

Joining the Y means contributing to over 100 years of providing opportunities for people to shine! Our Y serves tens of thousands of people each year through programs and services like health and fitness, licensed childcare, day camps, mental health, employment and immigrant services, education and training, and services for youth, families and seniors.

Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion: Inclusion has power, and we take strides to create a diverse, inclusive workplace where everyone can belong. Diverse teams unleash new ideas, and employees thrive in a culture that recognizes and appreciates the unique perspectives and backgrounds of others. Through our differences in how we think and act we can form innovative and effective teams and deliver organizational success.

If we can make the recruitment process more accessible for you, please let us know when we reach out about an opportunity so we can work with you to accommodate your needs.

In keeping with our commitment to safety and child protection, job offers are contingent on the successful completion of a Police Records Check. Prior to your first day and every three years thereafter, a Vulnerable Police Records Check is required.

The YMCA only considers applicants who are legally entitled to work in Canada. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, due to the volume of applications we receive, we can only contact candidates who are selected for an interview.