Program Specialist

2 months ago

Brantford, Canada YMCA HamiltonBurlingtonBrantford Full time

**Day Camp Summer Employment Postings 2023**
**Laurier Brantford YMCA**
100 Water Street,
Brantford, Ontario N3T 0P1

**Program Specialist (Indoor)
- Laurier Brantford YMCA**
**Position Status**:Seasonal (15 weeks)
**Hourly Wage**:$17.00

**Nature & Scope**:
The Program Specialist is responsible for creating and facilitating the delivery of safe age appropriate and site
- specific programming. The Program Specialist will provide direct leadership to a team of Counselors, and Campers. The Program Specialist is generally on site all day and reports to the Aquatics and Camps Manager. Program Specialists are knowledgeable in camp activities, song, behavior management, and supervising a staff team (approximately 5-18 staff).

**Responsibilities**:

- Skilled in teaching activities in variety of camp areas
- Assist with Planning and facilitating staff training
- Provide input into staff meetings
- Provide support and guidance to all staff including supervision of camp counselors and volunteers
- Oversee the development and execution of programs, activities, and the schedule
- Assist the Aquatics and Camps Manager with the day-to-day operations of camp
- Parent communication and child guidance
- Maintains high standards in program delivery, communication, coaching and mentoring of all staff assigned to program area
- Reports directly to the Aquatics and Camps Manager
- Regular contact with staff, camp participants, parents, community agencies, and volunteers involved in the program
- Further support staff in the planning,supervision, and leading of activities when needed
- Responsible for managing supplies and making purchasing decisions
- Additional duties as assigned

**Qualifications**:

- Standard First Aid and CPR-C valid through Summer 2023 (must provide proof of certification or enrollment in course before contract signing)
- 2-year post-secondary degree/diploma, or pursuing same, in any discipline but preferably in the area of leisure and recreation, social services, child and youth worker or education
- Previous YMCA camping or child and youth program experience is preferred
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Supervisory experience, preferably in a camp setting
- Must submit clear Vulnerable Sector Check prior to commencing work

**Organizational Overview**:
As one of the largest charitable community service organizations in Canada, the YMCA of Hamilton/Burlington/Brantford responds to critical social needs in the community and works to provide solutions. By nurturing the potential of children, youth and adults, the YMCA connects people to life-building opportunities, to each other and enhances their quality of life. We foster social responsibility and healthy living. The YMCA works collectively with community partners that share the YMCA’s determination in strengthening the foundations of community for all people

This position requires a commitment to the mission and values of both Wilfrid Laurier University and the YMCA. It requires a commitment to the YMCA mission and core values of: Belonging, Responsibility, Caring, Honesty and Respect, as well as, a commitment to building developmental assets in children and adults. Wilfrid Laurier University is devoted to excellence in learning, research, scholarship and creativity. It fulfills its mission by advancing knowledge, supporting and enhancing high-quality undergraduate, graduate and professional education, and emphasizing co-curricular development of the whole student.

**Accessibility**:
The Laurier Brantford YMCA is committed to creating an inclusive environment that accommodates all individuals, including those with disabilities. We support the goals of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Acts (AODA) and have established policies, procedures and practices which adhere to the accessibility standards set out in the AODA. Should you require any accommodation throughout the recruitment process please do not hesitate contacting our Human Resources Department.

The Laurier Brantford YMCA is an equal opportunity employer.

along with attaching your resume and the necessary certification (Standard First Aid and CPR-Level C).

We thank all applicants, however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.

**Job Type**: Seasonal
Contract length: 15 weeks

**Salary**: $17.00 per hour

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Brantford, ON N3T 0P1: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Expected start date: 2023-05-24

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