Children's Educational Services Administrator

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Our culture is of paramount importance to us. We formally measure employee engagement annually to ensure our employees are having an excellent employment experience. Our current level of engagement is 80%, compared to some Canadian employer statistics of 69%.
YMCA of Southwestern Ontario was founded in 1856 and has over 200 locations from Goderich to Point Pelee, and Windsor to Woodstock. We are one of the largest not-for-profit providers of licensed child care in Canada and have over 100 school age programs across our regions. We also offer settlement services to newcomers, employment programs, mental health support, and youth programs. YMCA of Southwestern Ontario operates two overnight camps, one in Point Pelee National Park, and one on Beausoleil Island in Muskoka. We also have 15 Health & Fitness branches across Southwestern Ontario.
Why The Y?
At the Y, our people are central to delivering our mission. We are committed to the development of healthy communities and welcome people of all backgrounds, beliefs, and abilities.
We provide valuable training and development opportunities to help our team members grow professionally and personally.
We look for the following qualities in all of our employees and volunteers:

- Demonstrates our Core Values; Caring, Honesty, Respect & Responsibility and Inclusivity
- Fun, Enthusiastic & Friendly Individuals
- Hardworking and Dependable
- Positive Role Model
- Team Player
- Professionalism
- Enjoy working in a Social Environment
- Ability to effectively communicate with Employees & Members

Employees and volunteers of YMCA of Southwestern Ontario are ambassadors for the Y both on and off the job. We rely on them to help share our mission and increase awareness of the positive impact the Y can have on the lives of people in their communities. Particularly how we are helping to create healthy children, healthy families, and healthy communities.
**Position**: Children's Educational Services Administrator
Licensed Child Care
**Start Date**: November 18, 2024
**Salary**: $17.50-$20.00
**Location**: 165 Elmwood Ave East London, Ontario
**As part of your total compensation**:

- Receive a complimentary YMCA personal membership to our Health & Fitness facilities, and discounts on YMCA child care and camp programs
- Access vacation entitlement in accordance with the employment standards regulations, and up to 12 paid personal days annually
- Benefits package and Pension, applicable with position/contract length
- Be part of a caring and supportive network of people to help each other succeed
- Complimentary access to wellness and counselling services

**In this role, you will**:

- Follow YMCA of Southwestern Ontario policy and procedures
- Act as a YMCA ambassador, demonstrating YMCA core values in your daily work
- Provide support for all inquiries at reception desk
- Answer phone and direct calls promptly
- Review OneList daily and provide updated reports
- Update and/or create PDF and a variety of administrative documents
- Book Community space for onsite rooms
- Order supplies and manage invoices
- Process uniforms orders for CES and complete journal entries
- Collect and distribute mail, packages, and deliveries daily
- Assisting with CES job posting
- Complete bank deposits as needed
- Support registration department with tasks as needed
- Perform other sundry duties as assigned

**Education & Skills Qualifications**:

- Demonstrated experience working with online data system
- Excellent communication, analysis and computer skills including Microsoft’s Excel, Word, Outlook, Publisher and Acrobat Pro
- Well developed organization and time management skills
- Strong problem solving skills
- Post secondary studies in administration an asset
- Commitment to customer service and teamwork
- Legally entitled to work in Canada

We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
**NOTE**: The YMCA of Southwestern Ontario is committed to providing a barrier-free environment for all stakeholders including our members/participants, employees, job applicants, suppliers, and any visitors who may enter our premises, access our information, or use our services. As an organization, we respect and uphold the requirements set forth under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (2005), and its associated standards and regulations.