Supervisor of Recreational Programming and Community Engagement

The YMCA of Northeastern Ontario has been serving our local communities for over 180 years and we are committed to supporting our local families, children, adults, youth and seniors in our various programs and services today.
At the YMCA, our values and purpose drive everything that we do. As a charity, we’ve championed values of empathy, health, trustworthy, inclusiveness, respect and responsibility. Helping people develop a healthy spirit, mind and body and inspiring a sense of social responsibility is the cornerstone of our legacy of caring.
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This job posting is for an existing vacancy and is intended to fill a current position within our organization.
We are currently looking for a Supervisor of Recreational Programming and Community Engagement to join our team of committed professionals. This full-time position within the Association is housed at the YMCA of Northeastern Ontario’s Durham location in Sudbury.
Under the leadership of the Center Manager of Health and Wellness, the Supervisor of Recreational Programming and Community Engagement is responsible for coordinating the operation of programs and services in the Recreation department including youth programming, day camp, afterschool programming and off-site community initiatives. The role is responsible for program supervision and development, quality assurance, special events, scheduling, human resource management, meeting financial targets and managing within the department budget, and staff and volunteer development according to YMCA policies, procedures, and standards
**START DATE**: March 1, 2025
**LOCATION**: Sudbury, ON
**RATE OF PAY**: $44,400 - $51,000 per year
**HOURS**: 40 per week
Major Responsibilities
- Participate in program delivery schedule
- Develop program initiatives to enhance member engagement and the opportunities and services for members and participants in the program area aligned with the Health and Wellness member retention plan
- Constantly challenge the status quo in order to develop innovative and fun programs and services within the YMCA’s mission and brand architecture to meet the needs of members
- Coordinate and schedule all department activities and programs including partners and outside groups to ensure budget targets are met
- Communicate schedules on a sessional basis to members, participants, membership services staff and other program staff
- Provide training, team engagement and support to staff and volunteers
- Recruit, hire, and supervise staff, volunteers, and schedule training events for staff and volunteers to ensure compliance with mandatory certifications
- Coach and support staff on how they can efficiently engage volunteers
- Participate in the performance management process with all staff
- Provides leadership to the level of service delivery for the department using Priority SAM Standards
- Build relationships with members and guests, and promote the YMCA as a charitable organization

**Qualifications**:

- College diploma or University degree in Recreation, Child and Youth Worker, Early Childhood Education, or related field
- Safe Food Handlers’ certificate/Adventures in Cooking certificate considered an asset
- High Five Certificate considered an asset
- Quest 2 Certificate considered an asset
- Healthy Child Development Certificate or equivalent considered an asset
- Training in gymnastics, dance, martial arts considered an asset
- Minimum of one (1) year of supervisory experience in a similar role
- Minimum of two (2) years of working directly with children and youth
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Advanced computer skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Current Standard First Aid and CPR C
- Current and satisfactory Police Record Check with Vulnerable Sector

What We Offer
- Free Personal Membership and Family Membership
- Discounts for day camps and recreational programs, summer camp and licensed child carefor toddlers up to school-age
- Paid vacation and sick/personal days
- Extended Health and Dental CareProgram that includes coverage for Vision and Professional Services such as those performed by Dieticians, Chiropractors, Massage Therapists, Psychologists, Naturopaths, and more
- Employee and Family AssistanceProgramthat includes short-termmental health supports such ascounsellingand online courses,and lifestyle coachingwhich includes legal and financial counselling
- Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment & Long-Term Disability Benefits
- YMCA Federation Pension Plan
- Mileage reimbursement
- Team bonding and employee recognition events
- Professional development opportunities
- Opportunity to explore a wide range of jobs and functions
- Flexible hours and scheduling, andhybrid work options, depending on role

How To Apply
If you would like to work in a family friendly environment, please apply, by website only, with a cover letter and resume byFebruary 4, 2025 to the attention of