Earlyon Child

EarlyON Child & Family Centre Facilitator - Supply

Location

EarlyON Centre - St. Catharines and Thorold

Pay Starting range: $17.36-$18.36 /hour depending on qualifications plus YMCA Membership Benefits

Employment Type

Casual - shifts on an on call basis

Placement Date April 2024

Why Work for the YMCA?

As a charitable organization, the YMCA of Niagara aspires to be a great workplace, committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, where different backgrounds, experiences, and identities are appreciated and celebrated. Guided by our shared values - caring, health, honesty, inclusiveness, respect, and responsibility - the YMCA provides our 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 growth opportunities and great benefits, and the knowledge that their day-to-day actions have a positive impact on the health and wellbeing of the people of Niagara.

NATURE & SCOPE

EarlyON Child and Family Centres are places where parents, caregivers and children build strong relationships with each other and connect with other families and EarlyON professionals. We offer a variety of programs and services that meet the unique needs of children and families in an inclusive environment. We provide resources and workshops with up-to-date information for all stages of your family life, from preconception and prenatal care, to nutrition, toilet training, toddler curiosity, and early school experiences.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Deliver the EarlyON Core Services and programming in alignment with pedagogical approach presented in How Does Learning Happen? (Ministry of Education).
- Participate with the children, caregivers, and families in a positive and supportive manner.
- Refer families to appropriate community services and resources based on their needs.
- Facilitate both child and parent/caregiver education workshops.
- Plan and facilitate both indoor and outdoor workshops for families
- Maintain a safe, welcoming, and stimulating physical environment within the centre, embracing diversity and supporting the inclusion of all individuals.
- Maintain positive relationships with community partners and other EarlyON service providers based on professionalism, cooperation and respect.
- Contribute to centre-based documentation of participant learning and inquiry.
- Meet all YMCA standards and reinforce YMCA policies within centre.
- Participate in training and adhere to the YMCA Child Protection Policies and Procedures as established by the YMCA of Niagara.
- Other duties as required.

Work location will include YMCA of Niagara EarlyON Centres located throughout St. Catharines and Thorold

QUALIFICATIONS:

- Early Childhood Education Diploma or related diploma/degree.
- Minimum 2 years’ experience working with children and families.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, written and oral.
- Flexibility, relationship building and problem-solving skills.
- Transportation to EarlyON Centres.
- Current Standard First Aid/CPR[C].
- A clear and satisfactory Criminal Record Check inclusive of the vulnerable sector search (CRC VSS) issued for the YMCA of Niagara.

COMPETENCIES:
Child & Youth Focused

Commits to assisting growth and development among children and youth.

Communication

Communicates in a thorough, clear and timely manner and supports information sharing and goal achievement across the YMCA.

Relationship Building and Collaboration

Builds positive interactions both internally and externally to achieve work related goals.

Concern for Health & Safety

(Participant education focus) Acknowledges and understands how to manage and educate others of risk of harm reduction.

APPLICATION PROCESS:
Internal applicants are encouraged to notify their supervisor before applying.

Accessibility accommodations and materials in alternate formats for individuals with disabilities can be arranged upon request.

For more information on other opportunities at the YMCA of Niagara, please visit: ymcaofniagara.org

**Job Type**: Casual

**Salary**: $17.36-$18.36 per hour

Schedule:

- On call

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2024-03-28