Children's Mentor

Location and Start time:

- **Warren Park Jr Public School (135 Varsity Rd, York, ON M6S 4P4) - 3:00pm - 5:30pm**

BGC Weston Mount Dennis & Lawrence Heights Club serves children and youth in the Weston Mount Dennis/ Lawrence Heights and surrounding communities providing social, physical, educational, creative, seasonal, and community support programs. We are looking for motivated people to facilitate our afterschool children’s’ program for the 2024-2025 school year for children ranging in age from 4 - 12 years old.

**Responsibilities**:

- Program Planning and Delivery:

- Coordinate the planning and execution of the After-School Program for children and youth, ensuring alignment with Ontario’s After School Program Guidelines for 2024/2025.
- Develop and implement engaging physical education, recreational, and nutrition activities that cater to diverse learning styles and enhance participant development.
- Plan, organize, and lead activities for children aged 4 to 12 years, ensuring they are safe, age-appropriate, inclusive, and skill-based.
- Stakeholder and Partner Engagement:

- Identify and establish connections with local stakeholders and partners to enhance program delivery and community involvement.
- Supervision and Safety:

- Supervise participants to promote safety, respect, conflict resolution, leadership, and life skills.
- Ensure the safety and security of participants at all times, including maintaining health and safety standards, especially in food handling and preparation.
- Respond to critical incidents in accordance with the Club’s policies and procedures.
- Staff and Volunteer Coordination:

- Coordinate the participation of staff, volunteers, and placement students, fostering their contributions and ensuring they adhere to program standards.
- Participate in staff training and orientation sessions to ensure all team members are equipped to fulfill their roles effectively.
- Administrative Duties:

- Maintain accurate records and statistics, including weekly member attendance, and complete program reports, surveys, and interviews as per organizational guidelines.
- Manage program materials, equipment, and resources, ensuring all supplies are in safe working condition and properly secured.
- Communication and Relationship Management:

- Liaise with parents/guardians on issues relevant to their children’s participation and address any concerns promptly.
- Maintain professional relationships with peers, members, volunteers, parents, and the public.
- Policy Enforcement and Conflict Resolution:

- Enforce program policies and procedures, initiating disciplinary actions when necessary.
- Handle conflicts and behavior management immediately using corrective techniques as discussed in training.
- Other Duties:

- Complete additional tasks as assigned by the Program Coordinators and/or Community Directors.
- Adapt to varying schedules, including after-school hours, PA Days, and occasional evenings for special events or training.
- Health and Safety Compliance:

- Adhere to Health & Safety standards, including the Club’s Covid-19 Safety Protocols, to ensure a safe environment for all participants.

Qualifications:

- Educational background applicable to the position.
- Experience working with children 4 to 12 years old.
- Strong skills in one or more of the following areas: sports, arts, recreation, education, health and nutrition.
- Ability to work as team members in a dynamic, complex environment.
- Strong supervision and program planning skills
- Good decision making and problem solving skills
- Current Standard First Aid and CPR-C certification. (mandatory)
- Police Reference Check (to be completed upon hiring)
- HIGH FIVE - Principles of Healthy Child Development training (asset)
- Must be available to work Monday - Friday between 2:45PM - 5:30PM (hours may vary depending on program location)

This is a contract position from August 26, 2024 - June 27, 2025