Youth Advisor

1 week ago

Ottawa, Ontario, Canada YMCA-YWCA of the Nation Capital Region Full time

Overview


The YMCA is a charity that has been helping Canadians improve their lives since the first Y opened in 1851.

Y programs are offered at more than 1,700 locations across Canada and help more than 2.25 million people annually become healthier in spirit, mind, and body.

The YMCA of the National Capital Region proudly serves people of all ages, backgrounds and abilities, and works to address critical social needs in our community.

We are a leader and valued partner in creating a vibrant and healthy community where everyone belongs and can reach their full potential.


This position requires a commitment to the Y mission and core values of responsibility, honesty, caring, respect, and inclusion, which form the foundation of all Y programs and services.


Working for the Y


Are you looking to use your skills and unique gifts to make a real difference in your community? The YMCA of the National Capital Region is a great workplace committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, where different backgrounds, experiences, and identities are appreciated and celebrated.

The YMCA provides hundreds of employees with meaningful jobs and the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of individuals and the health of our communities.

We recognize the contributions of our staff through innovative practices, great benefits, and growth opportunities.

Whether you are starting out in your career or a seasoned professional, you will find many exciting opportunities to achieve your personal and career goals.

Some of the benefits of working for the Y include:

What we offer


At the Y, you will be part of a vibrant and diverse network of people whose shared vision is to change lives and make our communities home to the healthiest children, teens, adults, and families.


Our competitive wage and benefit package include:

  • Free YMCA gym membership;
  • Discounted Y program fees (including health & fitness programs, child care, and camps);
  • Access to our YMCA Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) including free, immediate, confidential assistance and counselling for you and your family members for mental and physical health, and financial advice, among other 12 suites of services;
  • Health and Dental Insurance;
  • Longterm Disability and Life Insurance;
  • Access to our Canadian YMCA Retirement Fund pension plan;
  • Up to 25 vacation days per year including two float days, and one birthday vacation;
  • Maternity leave benefits for up to 18 months.
- _Some benefits may vary based on employment terms_

What do you offer?


The Youth Advisor is responsible to provide orientation information and consultation to the youth participants, facilitating training workshops for the participants, providing mentorship, and organizing the sport group activities for the youth.

As part of a team, the Youth Advisor is responsible to provide support to the Program Supervisor to organize and facilitate the advisory committee with the relevant stakeholders and to develop course materials, resources and curriculum.

The Youth Advisor presents a professional appearance and attitude at all times and ensures excellent customer service is provided to participants through providing coaching and mentorship and general program delivery.


Some of the tasks of this position include:

  • Engaging participants who are having difficulty acquiring certain skills or achieving a difficult goal.
  • Facilitating leadership and life skills training as requested.
  • Providing coaching and mentorship to the youth participants.
  • Ensuring quality of the Y experience for the youth participants.
  • Implementing procedures for the operation of programs within the guidelines and contractual obligations.
  • Providing oneonone need assessment to the youth.
  • Organizing weekly webinars and activity sessions with the youth inperson and online.
  • Providing support in marketing, outreach activities, and others.
  • Providing followup support to program participants.

What qualifications and abilities are we looking for?


At the YMCA of the National Capital Region, we strive to ensure our employees are a fit based on their strengths, interests, and future goals.


Education

  • Postsecondary education or equivalent in a related field

Language

  • Fluent in English, oral and written is essential
  • Other languages are considered important assets

Experience, Skills and Abilities

  • Experience in providing coaching and mentorship
  • Experience working with Youth, especially in a recreation/sport setting, Newcomer Youth an asset
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to motivate and build rapport with diverse clients
  • Excellent Customer Service Skills particularly as it relates to Youth and Newcomers to Canada
  • Current Standard First Aid & CPR "C" certification is an asset
  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Intermediate computer skills, including MS suite
  • Requires knowledge of methods, techniques,

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