Title: Youth Programmer
Position Status: Full-Time (days, evenings & weekends)
Compensation: $40,000 - $45,000 per year
Start Date: February 3, 2025
Location: Community YMCA
There is potential inside all of us – we all have it in us to shine.
Every charity exists to help solve a problem – our charity exists to help solve many problems, from childcare shortages, social isolation, mental health issues, access to wellness, and more. Today, our network is spread across 100+ program locations in HRM and the province, meeting the most urgent needs of our communities in mental health supports, accessible childcare, supporting an increasing immigrant population, safe spaces for youth to grow and lead, helping to navigate a precarious labour market, delivering wellness programming for all, and creating community for isolated older adults.
We give people the tools, encouragement, and safe space to discover their inner strength. When they know someone’s in their corner, with unconditional support, they realize they can do more than they thought possible. It’s your support, expertise, and guidance that helps people ignite their full potential and shape our neighbourhoods into vibrant and healthy communities.
With us at their side, they can Shine On.
As part of your total compensation:
- Receive a complimentary YMCA membership to our Health & Fitness facilities
- Access to Y at Home, where you can participate in fitness programs from your own home
- Three (3) weeks’ vacation entitlement and paid wellness days
- Discounts on YMCA childcare and camp programs
- Comprehensive benefits package and pension
- Complimentary wellbeing and counselling services
About the Role:
This position is an integral component on the delivery of our commitment to youth development within the communities in which we serve. 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.
In this role, you will:
- Responsible for development, implementation of child and youth programming, aimed at ages 5 – 18. Develop, promote, implement, and evaluate quality youth programming offered at the YMCA facility or in partnership with local community associations/organizations (i.e. leadership, skills & drills sessions, drop in, wellness, recreation, community support, workshops etc.)
- Manage program administrative tasks to support a safe, positive 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. Maintain records of program activities, attendance, and individual progress. Complete reports on program success and participant development. Handle the planning and coordination of program logistics, such as transportation, supplies, and scheduling. Assist with budget management and resource allocation for programming. Completion of all Association, program, and national reporting requirements
- Promote programs to local communities to ensure broad participation. 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. Work closely with colleagues, parents, and community partners to coordinate and improve programming. Organize special events or community activities that showcase the work and progress of the children and youth involved
- Responsible for ensuring program delivery is in keeping with safety and quality standards, specifically ensuring alignment with Serving All Members (SAM) standards, child safeguarding requirements, consistent staff/volunteer coverage, and insurance requirements. Manage participants behavior in keeping with our YMCA standards and child safeguarding/safety requirements
- Ensure the safety and well-being of children and youth during activities, following all safety protocols and guidelines. Conduct risk assessments for each program or activity and address any hazards or safety concerns. Stay updated on first aid and CPR techniques to handle emergencies, including working as a Manager on Duty in the facility. Implement and enforce rules to maintain a safe, respectful, and enjoyable environment
- Ensure modeling and championing of YMCA behavioral standards in regard to professionalism, discretion, behavioural standards, and respectful workplace requirements
- Other duties as required.
Education and Skills Qualifications:
- 1-2 years experience in Community Recreation, Human Services, or a related field
- Experience working with members of the public, including children and vulnerable peoples and diverse communities.
- Strong customer service/sales skills, with demonstrated ability to build relationships and establish rapport with members
- Excellent verbal, written communication, and presentation skills
- Experience in fundraising or the nonprofit sector is an asset
- Strong interpersonal skills including tact, diplomacy, and ability to establish rapport with client
- Demonstrated ability to meet multiple, competing deadlines and priorities
- Strong attention to detail
- Proven track record of success in community-oriented program delivery through establishing collaborative internal and external working relationships/project teams
- Flexibility to work irregular hours required
- Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
To Apply
Please apply online at https://ymcahfx.ca/workwithus/ by January 17, 2025.
Please note that all successful candidates are required to provide:
- Criminal Record Check, Vulnerable Sector Check, and Child Abuse Registry Check (less than 6 months old), if 18 years of age or older
- Attend Child Safeguarding Training upon hire
- Valid First Aid and CPR Training
Please note, Background checks are reviewed on an individual basis – offenses, if any, are based on role and Child Safeguarding requirements, and may not eliminate candidates from employment at our YMCA.
At the YMCA, we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace where every team member feels valued, respected, and empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work. We believe that a variety of perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences enrich our organization, enabling us to better serve our community and achieve our mission. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including Black, Indigenous, People of Colour, racially diverse, 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals, gender-diverse people, people with diverse abilities, members of ethnic minorities and faith groups, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.
If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please inform us in advance to arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation.
