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:

Home Visitor (HV) position in the HIPPY (Home Instruction for Parents of Preschool Youngsters) Program is designed to support newcomer parents-especially mothers—in becoming their child's first and most important teacher. The role is grounded in relationship-building, school readiness, and community connection. You'll conduct weekly home visits, model learning activities, lead group sessions, and support community events, all while reporting to the HIPPY Coordinator.
The Home Visitation role is structured as a three-year position, running from September to June each year, with a seasonal layoff during July and August and rehire the following September.

Responsibilities:

· Conduct weekly home visits delivering the 30-week HIPPY curriculum.

· Model activities and role-play parent–child interactions.

· Facilitate group sessions and community-building events.

· Participate in pre-service and ongoing professional development.

· Maintain accurate records and submit timely progress reports.

· Communicate family updates to the HIPPY Coordinator.

· Support special events (e.g. field trips, graduations).

Qualifications:

· Experience engaging in cross-cultural or immigrant-serving settings

· Strong interpersonal and communication skills

· Familiar with local family and newcomer resources

· Empathetic, organized, and able to work both independently and in a team

· Emotionally mature, culturally sensitive, and adaptable

· Comfortable with digital tools and home-based programming

· High school diploma (or equivalent experience)

· Valid Class 5 driver's license and clean abstract

· Reliable transportation

· Additional languages are an asset

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 child care, 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.