(Learn, Engage, Aspire, Peer Leadership) Facilitator

6 days ago

Toronto, Canada North York Community House Full time

Position Title: LEAP (Learn, Engage, Aspire, Peer Leadership) Facilitator

Start and end dates: September 19th

Salary Range: $18.00/hour

Hours:19 hours/ week

Reports To: After School Program (ASP) coordinator

Location: Woodview Public Library, North York and possible other locations in the Daystrom/Chalkfarm communities.

Working on a blended model with some activities taking place in person and online.

North York Community House (NYCH) is a dynamic community agency that has been working with residents of under-resourced and low-income neighbourhoods in northwest Toronto for over 30 years. We are committed to helping people move out of poverty in order to build strong, vibrant communities. We support new Canadians, children, youth and their families, seniors, and local residents in becoming active and engaged citizens who are able to thrive and become leaders in their own lives and communities.

At NYCH, we pride ourselves on working collaboratively and creating a supportive environment. We recognize the work we need to do to improve and are constantly striving to do so. Our team has shown incredible adaptability, strength, creativity, and dedication in serving our communities during the COVID-19 pandemic, and we continue to learn and grow, and innovate while dealing with the challenges of this new reality.

**Position Summary**

The LEAP (Learn, Engage, Aspire, Peer Leadership) Program provides a strength-based approach to supporting Middle Years children (9-13 years of age) and their parents/guardians in an enriching environment. This program aims to improve the well-being of newcomer children and youth by focusing on physical activity, holistic health, and wellness education. In addition, participant activities also include homework assistance, excursions, and arts-based learning.

The LEAP Facilitator will work with the Manager, Community Connections, ASP coordinator and other staff, student placements, and volunteers to plan, carry out and evaluate the LEAP After-School Program.

**Main Responsibilities**

Program Planning & Delivery
- Lead in planning and implementing recreational and educational activities for children ages 9 to 13 years old
- Develop program schedules and plans in line with program requirements
- Experienced in facilitating in-person and virtual programs with various learning tools such as Google classroom, Microsoft Teams, Zoom, etc.
- Ensure the safe supervision of children at all times
- Oversee the preparation and serving of nutritional snacks to children
- Manage conflict between children and/or volunteers/staff in an appropriate manner
- Report any suspicion of child abuse or neglect to supervisor
- Maintain a clean and organized program space
- Share with partners across Toronto, innovative curriculum for the middle years

Program Monitoring & Evaluation
- Monitor program expenses and purchases, submit receipts and expense forms as required
- Maintain current and accurate attendance forms, records, statistics and other documents as needed
- Complete monthly/quarterly reporting of program activities
- Administer and tabulate program evaluations

Outreach & Support
- Conduct outreach and retention activities to ensure adequate program attendance and participation
- Liaise with parents, teachers, other NYCH staff, and partner organizations as needed around meeting community needs
- Build partnerships and liaise with community service providers to support programming, and provide enriching workshops/guest speaker sessions for children 9-13 years of age
- Participate in training sessions and staff meetings as required

**Required Qualifications**:
Education
- Completion of post-secondary education in health, education, psychology, social work or related field and/or comparable work experience
- Current CPR and First Aid certification

Experience and Skills
- Must be available to work three days per week (Tuesday, Thursdays and Fridays) between the hours of 1:00 pm and 6:00 pm (weekday)
- Minimum 2 years of demonstrated experience in leading and facilitating programs with a focus on holistic well-being and active living, including components of social skills development, academic engagement, creative arts and sports/physical activities;
- Solid understanding of Middle Years children (ages 9-13) and the needs of their guardians/families
- Demonstrated skills and experience in program implementation;
- Demonstrated skills in staff, volunteer and student placement supervision;
- Experience working with children and families from diverse cultures within an anti-discriminatory framework;
- Passionate, energetic and dedicated to the healthy development of children;
- Committed to modeling healthy lifestyle behaviors;
- Highly motivated, positive attitude and ability to work well in a team as well as independently;
- Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills;
- Excellent computer skills, including working knowledge of MS word, Excel, PowerPoint and Publisher;
- Excellent org

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