Child and Youth Care

2 weeks ago

Oakville, Canada YMCA of Oakville Full time

Inspire, Engage, and Nurture Children - Join Our Growing Child Care Team Today and Shape Tomorrow's Leaders

Become part of something bigger at the YMCA of Oakville and make a positive impact in our community. As a leading charity, we are dedicated to building a stronger, healthier, and more resilient community. Join us in providing high-quality Before and After School programs for children ages 3.8 to 12 years at our 40 locations across Oakville.

What’s in it for you?
- Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
- EAP (Employee Assistance Program), which provides you and your immediate family members with access to a variety of physical and mental health and wellness resources.
- Enjoy a complimentary YMCA membership and immerse yourself in a range of fitness, recreation, and community activities.
- Access individual benefit coverage through our Health Care Spending Account (HCSA), ensuring your healthcare needs are fully supported.
- Earn a competitive hourly rate of $20.45 - $22.43 (inclusive of provincial and federal grants), with an additional split shift premium of 50 cents per hour.

**Location**: Various School Sites in Oakville

**Hours of work**: Part-Time position, Monday to Friday: 7:00am to 9:00am and/or 2:30pm to 6:00pm (Hours may vary, depending on school dismissal times)

**In this role, a typical day may look like**:

- Inspire and Engage: Develop and facilitate a before and after school program for students 3.8 - 12 years of age within their school, promoting inspiration, engagement, and cultivating a nurturing environment with positive interactions.
- Cultivate Safety and Belonging: Create a warm and welcoming atmosphere where the well-being of every child is at the core, overseeing their safety through attentive supervision, adherence to attendance protocols, and thoughtfully designed activities.
- Tailor Learning Experiences: Implement the YMCA curriculum, skillfully customizing it to meet the diverse needs, interests, and talents of each child, ensuring they thrive in their learning journey.
- Collaborate Professionally and Build Connections: Collaborate effectively with team members and build positive relationships with children, families, staff, volunteers, and placement students.
- Communicate with Compassion: Interact sensitively and courteously with children, parents, staff, and the wider community, fostering a positive and inclusive environment through every interaction.
- Assist in Nourishment: Contribute to children's well-being by assisting with meals, snacks setup and maintaining cleanliness.
- Uphold YMCA Standards: Adhere to all YMCA Policies and Practices, as well as Child Care & Early Years Policies, and uphold our commitment to excellence.

**Requirements to thrive in this role**:

- Possess a diploma or degree in Early Childhood Education or Ontario College of Teachers or Child and Youth Care or Recreation and Leisure Services or Social Services or equivalent.
- Previous experience working with children aged 4 to 12 is preferred, showcasing your ability to engage, support, and guide children in their growth and development.
- Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills, enabling clear and effective interaction with children, parents, staff, and the wider community.
- Consistently demonstrates responsible, reliable, and trustworthy behavior and ensures confidentiality.
- Demonstrate a genuine commitment to working in a socially inclusive environment and responding with sensitivity and awareness to the diverse needs of children and families.
- Hold a valid Standard First Aid & Infant/Child CPR Level C certification.
- Provide a Criminal Reference Check with Vulnerable Sector Check (dated within the past 6 months).

The position requires the following Association Core Competencies: Quality focus, Relationship building and collaboration, Commitment to organization mission, vision and values, Communication, Diversity and inclusion, Integrity, and trust.

At the YMCA of Oakville, we value diversity, excellence, and inclusion within our Association. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. If you require accessibility support or accommodation during the interview process or have any inquiries, kindly let us know. Join us in shaping young lives and become part of something bigger at the YMCA of Oakville

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