Skatepark Mentor

This position supports the work of the YMCA of Northern Alberta, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening the community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The skatepark staff provide positive interactions and promote the YMCA values with the youth and families accessing the skatepark. Skatepark staff provide mentoring through strong relationship development with youth at the skatepark. They model positive skatepark culture as they participate as fellow skateboard enthusiasts, facilitate skill development for other users and encourage youth to actively participate in additional YMCA events. Skatepark staff assist in providing a space where all community members feel safe, welcome, and valued.

**Flexible Workdays**:
**Monday to Sunday: 12pm to 8:30pm**

**Our Culture**
- Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture at the Y. We strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day.**We are welcoming.**
We are open to all. We are a place where you can belong.**We are genuine.**
We value you and embrace your individuality.**We are hopeful.**
We believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world.**We are nurturing.**
We support you in your journey to develop your full potential.**We are determined.**
Above all else, we are on a constant quest to make our community stronger, if you want to join us**Essential Functions**
- Effective communication with other staff and volunteers including documentation of issues, critical incidents, equipment/maintenance issues and daily review of staff communication log.
- Sharing critical information with youth including special events, behavioral expectations, NCC policies and youth center updates.
- Encouraging safety practices and adherence to current health orders related to Covid-19.
- Role model and encourage YMCA values and creating positive interactions with youth and families.
- Develop meaningful relationships with skate park users.
- Make sure YMCA equipment is being inspected by staff, removing damaged equipment, and reporting any damage to Coordinator.
- Engage as a fellow skatepark enthusiast and facilitating skill development for users who are interested in learning new skills.
- Act as needed to ensure a safe environment at the skatepark by notifying Duty Manager or law enforcement of critical incidents.
- Provide opportunities for Youth to learn and develop in spirit, mind and body.
- Consistently representing YMCA’s values and mission, encourage a healthy lifestyle, and participation in other YMCA activities.

**What You'll Need**
- Minimum 18+ years of age
- High School Diploma or equivalent is an asset
- Previous Youth work/mentorship or related experience is an asset
- Complete additional training within 3 months of hire
- Certifications: Standard First Aid & CPR-C
- Able to obtain a Police Information Check and Vulnerable sector check
- Skateboarding skills and experience coaching skill development to novice skaters
- Basic understanding of positive skatepark culture
- Conflict management skills

**Work Environment an Physical Demands**

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Extended periods of time standing
- Majority of time spent outside, in various conditions
- May be required to lift equipment/supplies
- Running/skating with Youth
- Able to handle demanding situations and complaints with confidence and professionalism

**What the Y Brings to You**
- A meaningful career with opportunities to grow while building your community.
- A culture of honesty, respect, and pride in what we do.
- Colleagues who bring diverse perspectives and talents to the workplace.
- Membership to our health, fitness & aquatics facilities for you.
- Reduced fees in YMCA programs such as childcare and day camps (depending on availability and employment status).

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