Child and Youth Coordinator

**About the YMCA of Lethbridge**

The YMCA of Lethbridge is a vital community organization, with a rich history dating back to 1910, and has been a cornerstone of community engagement, child and youth development, and social responsibility. Established on values of honesty, inclusiveness, respect, responsibility, and caring, the YMCA of Lethbridge welcomes individuals of all backgrounds, ages, and beliefs, fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. The Association offers a wide range of programs and services designed to promote holistic well-being, including fitness and recreation facilities, child care services, educational programs, and community outreach initiatives.

At the heart of the YMCA of Lethbridge's mission is a commitment to building a healthier, stronger, and more connected community. Through its various programs and partnerships, the YMCA empowers individuals to reach their full potential, fosters a sense of belonging, and encourages active participation in community life. With dedicated employees, volunteers, and supporters, the YMCA of Lethbridge continues to make a meaningful impact in the lives of thousands of individuals and families, shaping a brighter future for generations to come.

**Job Summary**

The Coordinator, Child and Youth Programs serves the mission of the YMCA of Lethbridge by supporting the operations of the Child and Youth Programs, including Indoor Play, Youth Drop-In, childminding, and other community programs and events. The main goals of this position are:
1. Provide supervision to Child and Youth Programs Attendants including onboarding, scheduling, and coaching, with support from the Child and Youth Programs Manager.

2. Implement and inform Child and Youth Programs as developed by the Child and Youth Programs Manager.

3. Complete administrative tasks to support the functions of the team.

**Key Relationships**
- YMCA of Lethbridge Leadership Team
- All Association employees and volunteers
- Community participants and program users

**Nature & Scope**

The Coordinator, Child and Youth Programs will support the Child and Youth Programs team. The major responsibilities of this position are, but not limited to:
Leadership and Strategic Planning
- Exemplify the YMCA of Lethbridge’s Core Values of caring, honesty, inclusiveness, respect, and responsibility.
- Promote a positive, inclusive work environment, responding to general inquiries and resolving issues in a timely manner and in accordance with Association policies and guidelines.
- Be a YMCA ambassador by engaging in and promoting practices and frameworks which ensure diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.
- Demonstrate a commitment to health and safety, incident management and emergency response within the Child and Youth Programs team.
- Effectively communicate information exchange with internal and external stakeholders.

Organizational and Department Management
- Support the supervision of Child and Youth Programs Attendants, volunteers, and practicum students.
- Contribute to program quality and safety by supporting Child and Youth Programs Attendants in daily activity planning and modelling appropriate interactions and behavior guidance of children and youth.
- Contribute to the completion of administrative duties within Child and Youth Programs including scheduling and payroll tracking of Child and Youth Programs Attendants and Volunteers.
- Carry out tasks requiring a reasonable degree of concentration and the need to assess options or evaluate past practices using analytical methods and processes.
- Model best practices, upholding high standards for excellence in team implementations.
- Participate in community outreach initiatives including events.
- Collaborate with the Child and Youth Programs manager to develop and evaluate programming to meet team goals and community needs.
- Work in usually standardized conditions, under occasional supervision, with choice of action within defined limits to make progress towards assigned objectives.
- Attend all required YMCA trainings and recertifications.

Financial Management and Philanthropic Involvement
- Model the Association’s dedication to philanthropy.
- Participate in Fund Development Initiatives to further the impact of team efforts.
- Adhere to the team’s annual budget, managing expenses within your area and ensuring proper coding and documentation is provided.

External Relations and Advocacy
- Foster relationships in the community by supporting partnership development where appropriate and acting as an ambassador for the Association’s core programs.
- Role model team initiatives and projects within the Association.
- Follow policies regarding confidentiality to safeguard data and information and handle sensitive information with a strong sense of ethics and confidentiality, in addition to all Association policies and guidelines.
- Participate in external growth opportunities in alignment with team goals.

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