Program Coordinator - Your Job Story Program (FT Permanent)

at  YMCA of the National Capital Region

OVERVIEW

The YMCA is a charity that has been helping Canadians improve their lives since the first Y opened in 1851. Y programs are offered at more than 1,700 locations across Canada and help more than 2.25 million people annually become healthier in spirit, mind, and body. The YMCA of the National Capital Region proudly serves people of all ages, backgrounds and abilities, and works to address critical social needs in our community. We are a leader and valued partner in creating a vibrant and healthy community where everyone belongs and can reach their full potential.
This position requires a commitment to the Y mission and core values of responsibility, honesty, caring, respect, and inclusion, which form the foundation of all Y programs and services.

WHAT QUALIFICATIONS AND ABILITIES ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

At the YMCA of the National Capital Region, we strive to ensure our employees are a fit based on their strengths, interests, and future goals.

EDUCATION

• Post-secondary education or equivalent in a related field

EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of Employment Services in the Ottawa area
• Strong leadership, decision-making, and networking skills
• Experience working with at-risk youth
• Experience in curriculum development, program startups and course facilitation, or related experience
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Excellent organizational and time management capabilities
• Ability to work with clients and staff with diverse needs, backgrounds, and skills
• Ability to develop and maintain partnerships with a variety of stakeholders
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Applicants must already have a valid permit to work in Canada.
• A Police Record check, not more than 6 months old is required. Police Records checks are reviewed on an individual basis and the offense(s) - if any - is considered in the decision-making process in relation to the requirement of working with children, therefore not eliminating all candidates with a record from being offered a position.
• Semi-annually, staff must complete the mandatory training for the protection of Children & Youth and submit the certificate of completion.

• Managing program development and facilitation, ensuring that contractual obligations are exceeded and that there is sufficient community awareness for the program.
• Demonstrating strong leadership to program staff.
• Directly supporting program participants with setting and attaining goals.
• Coordinating and communicating with relevant community partners associated with the program.
• Producing reports within set deadlines and according to parameters set by partners, including financial and activity reporting.
• Supporting and facilitating all evaluation-related activities, including data collection and the facilitation of site visits.