Why should you join our team?
YMCA Calgary is actively building healthy communities - join us in creating a better Calgary.
YMCA Calgary opened its doors in 1902, since then we have evolved into a vibrant charitable organization that responds to the needs and health of the community.

Guided by four core values of honesty, caring, respect and responsibility, YMCA Calgary develop and delivers quality programs and services that promote the health of the community and provides opportunities for all Calgarians to belong, grow, thrive and lead. Our team of staff and volunteers are committed to creating a positive impact in the community through our health and wellness programs, child care and early education programs, community outreach programs (such as Indigenous, youth at risk, and cultural integration programs), leadership programs, camp experiences, and much more.

YMCA Calgary serves the community at our six health and wellness locations, six child care centres, two outdoor camp locations, and 60 community outreach locations. Join us in building healthy communities!

Kids In Motion Coordinator (Contract)
Saddletowne YMCA, Community Locations in North East and Central Calgary
Start Date: May 1, 2023
End Date: August 31, 2023
Salary: $16.40/hr - $19.09/hr

You can make an impact in the community - locally and across the globe. You will work with a fun culture of people and enjoy many of the benefits and opportunities the YMCA offers:

• Complimentary YMCA Calgary membership including a linked membership for dependent children;
• Program discounts;
• Ongoing leadership development and opportunities;
• Leadership award opportunities;
• Scholarship opportunities;
• Paid recertification and training.

What qualifications are we looking for?
We strive to ensure our employees are a fit based on their strengths, interests, and future goals. The successful candidate will have the following:

• Interest in working with children;
• Strong communication and teamwork skills;
• Ability to swim is required;
• Previous Day Camp experience preferred;
• Availability to work from May 1, 2023 to August 31, 2023;
• Reliable transportation as travel is required;
• Current Standard First Aid and CPR C certification (CPR recertified within the last 12 months);
• Evidence of a clear Police Information Check including a Vulnerable Sector Search;
• Three professional references required.

What does this role look like at YMCA Calgary?
Kids in Motion programs run out of different neighborhoods throughout the city of Calgary. Program sites are hosted by communities with low socio-economic status and high barriers to accessibility. As a Leader, you will plan and implement intentional and meaningful programming as well as philanthropic opportunities for the participants based on a curriculum focusing on philanthropy, volunteerism, leadership, community engagement, and health and wellness. Through recreation, intentional programming, and fun and engaging experiences, children and youth age 9-12 will learn valuable skills in this structured summer camp program.

Kids in Motion Coordinator will:

• Hire, train and provide coaching and performance management for Kids in Motion Counsellors;
• Collaborate with partners in the community and establish host sites for Kids in Motion programs;
• Network with schools and youth organizations in the community to recruit participants for Kids in Motion;
• Support the registration for Kids in Motion by collecting registration forms, connecting with parents & guardians and inputting data into the system;
• Ensure that YMCA Camp Counsellors are providing safe and engaging programs while following YMCA policies and procedures including health & safety & child protection;
• Demonstrate role model behavior when dealing with staff, participants, and community representatives;
• Use excellent communication skills when interacting with parents & guardians, children, counsellors, and other YMCA staff;
• Complete all required administrative tasks including organizing rosters and medical forms;
• Plan and implement weekly staff meetings with Kids in Motion Counsellors;
• Follow-up on health & safety incidences and codes related to Kids in Motion in a timely manner;
• Provide weekly updates and complete an annual Kids in Motion report at the end of the season.

What qualities do we look for in YMCA Calgary Staff and Volunteers?
Our employees embody the YMCA values of honesty, caring, respect and responsibility. In addition, they model and are committed to the following competencies;

• Developing Self and Others: Developing people with a view toward present and future capacity.
• Building Purposeful Relationships: Relating to people authentically with their best in mind.
• Creating a Culture of Community: Gathering people to purpose and vision.
• Making Intentional Impact: Intending to make a difference every day.
• Thinking and Acting Strategically: Applying thoughts, words, and actions in service to the vision.
• Applying Business Acumen: Demonstrating excellence in technical skills and stewarding the YMCA Business Model.
• Innovating: Ability to know your environment, initiate and respond effectively to changing conditions.

Please note that evidence of a clear Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector Search is a requirement
YMCA Calgary is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants must have legal authorization to work in Canada by way of Canadian Citizenship, Permanent Residency or a valid Canadian work permit. YMCA Calgary is currently not engaged in international recruitment efforts as we are required to demonstrate that we have exhausted all means of recruitment both locally and nationally.

Potential candidates will only be contacted if selected for an interview.

All applications are to be submitted online but for any position specific concerns or questions, please contact Cassandra Petrovic, Recruitment Manager, Cassandra.Petrovic@calgary.ymca.ca