Shym Program Coordinator

**EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY**

**Title**:SHYM Program Coordinator

**Department**:Housing

**Reports to**:Housing Manager

**Classification**:Full Time, Permanent, Salary, Non-Management

**Hours**:37.5 hours per week, with on-call rotational schedule

**Deadline**: June 4th, 2025

**Location**:Dartmouth, NS

YWCA Halifax is committed to diversity, and we welcome all suitably qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply. YWCA Halifax is governed by, employs, and serves diverse individuals and community members. Self-identification by applicants does not guarantee an interview but we want you to know that we understand that lived experience of racialization, Indigeneity, (dis)Ability, and gender diversity are their own knowledge and expertise. We value this expertise and consider it as we discern who to interview.

YWCA Halifax is a progressive, multi-service, not-for-profit organization dedicated to improving the lives of women, girls, two-spirited and gender diverse people and their families at critical turning points in their lives. We work to transform lives by providing a continuum of services and programs that drive lasting positive change. We strive to change the underlying issues that are root causes of inequality, violence, poverty, and homelessness. Our four program focus areas include: promoting the health, wellness, and leadership of women and girls; advancing women’s economic and housing security; delivering quality, accessible, early learning, and childcare; and working to end violence against women, girls and gender diverse people.

**Why work for the YWCA**

Staff at YWCA Halifax enjoy a supportive and dynamic team environment, a commitment to staff growth, a connection to the national and international YWCA movements, learning from colleagues in a multiservice agency, and a strong shared vision.

**Why YOU should apply**

**Position Overview**

The Program Coordinator is responsible for the development, coordination, and implementation of SHYM programs for young mothers and for their babies and children. This position will be part of a larger team, predominantly working with young mothers who are at-risk of, or are involved with ongoing Child Protection issues. In addition, the Program Coordinator will be responsible for:

- The creation of SHYM programs which will include both individual sessions or workshops and more comprehensive outcome-based programming.
- Regular liaise with staff and clients to determine and update priority needs and interests.
- Conduct necessary research, focus groups, one-on-one meetings, and will access community resources to develop programming.
- Organize, purchase supplies, coordinate, plan, and facilitate sessions. This includes meal planning and preparation.
- Develop partnerships with other agencies or community programs to share resources, such as curriculums, facilitators, and/or resource materials and will be responsible for communication with program facilitators, volunteers, professionals, and community partners.
- Evaluation of SHYM programming and evaluation reports.
- Organization and up-keep of the SHYM playroom, program room and assist in all other facility related duties.

**Qualifications and Requirements**

Undergraduate degree in related field or equivalent experience, understanding of program coordination and evaluation in an outcomes-based framework, strong administrative skills, strong financial management skills, advocacy skills and an ability to work independently and in a team environment, effective interpersonal, and organizational skills, high level of computer literacy, ability to maintain collaborative partnerships internal and external to the SHYM Program. The Program Coordinator will possess experience and expertise in early childhood education, will have experience working with youth/women at risk, will have experience developing life skill and parent support programs and will have a solid understanding of issues related to parent-child attachment.

**Special Conditions of Employment**

Must have completed First Aid and CPR training, Work Hazard and Safety Training (WHIMIS), NVCI, ASIST, a Criminal Records Check with Vulnerable Sector, and Child Abuse Registry Check. Must have access to a reliable, insured vehicle.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Expected hours: 37.5 per week

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- Paid time off

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday
- On call

Application question(s):

- Are you legally authorized to work in Canada?

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2025-06-04