Centre Manager, Early Years

Why should you join our team?

YMCA Calgary is a charity that ignites the potential in Calgarians. Since our inception in 1902, we have evolved into a vibrant organization operating in every quadrant of the city.

Guided by our core values of honesty, caring, respect and responsibility, YMCA Calgary offers a growing hub of programming & services to address the needs of our community including connection and belonging, physical and mental wellbeing, child-care support, language instruction, affordable tutoring and more. We also ensure that no one is turned away, lowering financial barriers for youth, adults and families through the generous donations of our community. This impact takes place across our 7 health and wellness facilities, 6 childcare centres, 2 outdoor camps and 12+ community programs, empowering people of all ages and life stages to belong, grow, thrive and lead.

Centre Manager, Early Years - North
Shane Homes YMCA at Rocky Ridge
Start Date: December 2024

**Salary**: $53,654 - 67,068/year

You can make an impact in the community - locally and across the globe. You will work with a fun culture of people and enjoy many of the benefits and opportunities the YMCA offers:

- Complimentary YMCA Calgary membership including a linked membership for dependent children;
- Comprehensive health and dental benefits
- Premiums paid in full by the Association;
- Pension plan with specified contribution matching by the Association;
- Anniversary flex day and gifts given to celebrate each year of employment;
- Program discounts;
- Ongoing leadership development and opportunities;
- Leadership award opportunities;
- Scholarship opportunities;
- Paid recertification and training.

What qualifications are we looking for?
- Post-secondary diploma/degree in Early Childhood, Education, or equivalent
- Alberta Early Childhood Certification or ability to attain (Level 2 or 3)
- Minimum of 3 years working in a supervisory capacity within an organization providing services for children. Experience working in licensed child care with strong knowledge of applicable social care regulatory requirements is a beneficial
- Experience managing an effective staff and volunteer team to collaboratively achieve desired outcomes
- Experience coordinating support programs and services for children is an asset
- Exemplary skills in the planning, delivery and assessment of developmentally appropriate play-based programs for children
- Excellent oral and written communication capabilities, including strong conflict resolution skills. An intermediate level of computer competency is required
- Budget development and management
- Current Standard First Aid with CPR-C certificated within the last 12 months from an approved AB OHS provider. Asset if certification is issued by one of the following five Canadian organizations: Canadian Red Cross, Heart and Stroke Foundation, Lifesaving Society, St John's Ambulance and/or Canadian Ski Patrol.
- Evidence of a cleared Police Information Check and Vulnerable Sector Search
- Three professional references required

What does this role look like at YMCA Calgary?

This position is full-time and will work 40 hours per week between the hours of 7am - 6pm, Monday through Friday. Flexibility of the successful applicant’s personal schedule is required to ensure area needs are met from both an operational, management and strategic perspective. Occasional evening and weekend work is required.

The Centre Manager - Early Years will be based out of the Shane Homes YMCA at Rocky Ridge working within a traditional office setting. They will be required to travel regularly to other YMCA facilities where they supervise staff and are directly responsible for Early Years programs. There will also be occasional travel to other locations in the city for YMCA meetings, training, and community engagement work.

Position responsibilities specific to the Early Years Portfolio
- Advance strategic partnerships both internal and external to the YMCA
- Provide effective leadership ensuring an effective staff and volunteer team is in place to meet area needs. This includes utilizing a cooperative team approach and providing intentional, developmental leadership for assigned direct reports
- Champion program excellence throughout YMCA Calgary through coaching and training. Provide human resource, curriculum development and operational support of early years programs and areas
- Demonstrate safe practices at all times and act promptly on all health and safety risks and concerns. Capably manage emergency situations both in the moment and through effective follow up
- This position will hold a regular Duty Manager shift within their home branch, proactively supporting all areas of operation. They will be responsible for coordinating emergency response within the branch, including contacting emergency services and administering first aid and CPR when required.
- Provide oversight and leadership for the association’s Child Deve