Program Coordinator- More Than a Haircut- Temporary

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**Program Coordinator
- More Than A Haircut**

**Temporary Part Time**

**HOURS OF WORK**:12 Hours per Week

**START DATE/TERM**:Immediate
- December 21, 2024

**REPORTS TO**:Supervisor, Community Support and Prevention Services

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More Than a Haircut (MTAH) is an exciting program that connects with Afro-Caribbean fathers and father figures. Working from the principle that “dads are an important person in their child’s life,” MTAH seeks to foster parenting skills and confidence. In collaboration with the community, the MTAH Coordinator designs and delivers a range of programs, including barbershop sessions, to strengthen the capacity of Afro-Caribbean men in their role as fathers and father figures. Develops and implements various community engagement strategies including a community advisory committee.

**RESPONSIBILITIES**:

- Develop and deliver MTAH programs, using a strength-based, anti-oppression approach
- Work actively with community partners to develop and strengthen and increase community engagement
- Work with MTAH stakeholders to clarify the goals, objectives, outcomes and activities of MTAH, and to facilitate the design and delivery of an evaluation of MTAH
- Provide individualized supports, such as referrals to community programs for MTAH program participants
- Maintain accurate and complete program statics and records and prepare reports as required

**QUALIFICATIONS**:

- University degree in a related field, such as a Social Work
- Member in good standing with professional college (if applicable)
- Five (5) years’ experience providing parent support and/or community development.
- Demonstrated experience working with individuals and groups and extensive knowledge of community resources.
- Knowledge, understanding and lived experience of issues impacting on parenting for Afro-Caribbean fathers
- Experience developing programs that address factors affecting parenting in the context of the wider community and society
- Strong background in group facilitation
- Outstanding problem solving, conflict resolution and decision-making skills
- Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication and listening skills
- Computer literacy required together with proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite
- Demonstrated ability to build and maintain effective work partnerships with families, colleagues and service providers of diverse backgrounds, abilities and identities
- Ability to communicate effectively in more than one language an asset
- Excellent time management skills and demonstrated ability to prioritize
- Strong understanding of teamwork and independent practice with the ability to work effectively to contribute to high performing teams.
- Ability to work evening and weekend hours as required
- Acceptable Vulnerable Sector Police Reference Check

**SALARY**:More Than A Haircut Program Coordinator Hourly Rate: Starting at $32.04 ($32.04-$35.80)

**THIS POSITION IS NOT WITHIN THE CUPE LOCAL 2563 BARGAINING UNIT.**

August 21, 2024 - August 27, 2024

**DATE POSTED**: August 21, 2024

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