Coordinator, Youth

**Our Culture**
- Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture at the Y. We strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day.

**We are welcoming**.**
We are open to all. We are a place where you can belong.

**We are genuine**.**
We value you and embrace your individuality.

**We are hopeful**.**
We believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world.

**We are nurturing**.**
We support you in your journey to develop your full potential.

**We are determined.**
Above all else, we are on a constant quest to make our community stronger, if you want to join us**Essential Functions**
- Support in the recruitment and coordination of youth centre workers (staff) and volunteers both in centre and out in the community.
- Support and supervise staff overseeing youth programming during program hours.
- Supervise youth during programming, and manage behavior in accordance with the Child/Youth Behavior Management and Abuse policy. Participant etiquette is to be monitored and reinforced. Challenging behaviors are addressed in a people-first approach with the goal of facilitating a positive return to the program.
- Work with the Supervisor in overseeing, planning, and implementing activities and initiatives for youth which include special events and youth outreach opportunities.
- Provide opportunities for youth to learn and develop in spirit, mind and body. Consistently role model and encourage YMCA’s values and mission, encourage a healthy lifestyle, participation of others by helping out by their respective means, enrich the quality of programs and services, promote YMCA as a charity according to YMCA SAM Standards Document.
- Coordinates peer mentorship opportunities and relationships.
- Sharing critical information with youth including special events, behavioral expectations, NCC policies and Youth Centre updates.
- Effective communication with the Youth Supervisor and Leadership Team both at offsite locations and at Northside Community Centre (NCC) to complete required tasks.
- Accountable to deliver high-quality services through excellent relationships with youth, staff, and volunteers.
- Complete Duty Manager training assigned by the Supervisor.
- Support daily operations of NCC (when onsite) and support operations of programs/initiatives taking place at offsite locations.
- Works with the Youth Supervisor to engage with other organizations, schools, community agencies, and community partners to maximize services and resources to participants.
- Maintain knowledge of resources and opportunities within the community for youth and families.
- Consults with social workers, school administration, other professionals, and family/natural supports when appropriate as assigned by the Youth Supervisor.
- Sharing critical information with youth parent(s)/guardian(s) as required while reporting back to the Youth Supervisor and Leadership team.
- Adheres to all Risk Management and Occupational Health and Safety requirements including Work Alone Policy and Procedures and the Children, Youth, and Vulnerable Adults Protection Policies and Procedures.
- Comply with the Centre’s emergency response and procedures by; ensuring staff and volunteers are trained accordingly, participating in an annual review of emergency procedures, act as needed to ensure a safe work environment for staff, volunteers, community members, and participants.
- Notify the Duty Manager and/or leadership team if any emergency or serious problems arise.
- Effective communication with other staff and volunteers including documentation of issues, critical incidents, equipment/maintenance issues, and daily review of staff communication log.
- Ensure administrative duties related to youth programming are accurately and effectively completed as assigned by the Supervisor (e.g., survey tracking, budgeting, incident reporting & follow-up, etc.).
- Collect demographic, output, and outcome data for evaluation purposes and to inform and contribute to the development of funder and YMCA reports.
- Ensure programs start and finish in a timely manner.
- Make sure YMCA equipment is being inspected by staff and volunteers and appropriate actions are taken to maintain it.
- Work within defined and allocated budgets.
- Complete other duties and responsibilities as required.

**What You'll Need**
- Minimum 18+ years of age
- High School Diploma or equivalent is an asset
- Previous Youth work and mentorship or related experience
- Certifications: Standard First Aid & CPR-C
- Able to obtain a Police Information Check and Vulnerable Sector Check.
- Must obtain employer specific WHMIS and Child Protection Training within 30 days of hire date

**What the Y Brings to you**
- Free continuing education opportunities.
- Opportunities to challenge YMCA fitness certifications and gain additional certifications at no cost.
- Membership to our health, fitness & aquatics facilities.
- A meaningful experien