Title: Recreational Programming and Day Camp Manager
Reports to: Director of Member Relations/Health Fitness Aquatics
Position Status: Full Time, Permanent
Salary Range: $52,000- $58,000 per year
Start Date: As soon as possible
Office Location: 399 Charlotte St. Sydney

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the leadership of the Director of Member Relations, the Manager of Recreational Programming and Day Camps is responsible for leading and ensuring a positive and impactful experience for program participants, and members, as well as department staff and volunteers. They are responsible for collaborating with their team, as well as consulting with key stakeholders, to develop, organize and deliver programs and activities for our YMCA that reach various target demographics (i.e. youth, teens, adults, seniors) and that align with our strategic plan.
The Manager of Recreational Programming and Day Camps will oversee our summer and day camps, child and youth member programs, adult and seniors programming, and related initiatives at the YMCA of Cape Breton. The role is responsible for program supervision and development, quality assurance, special events, human resource management of their team, and meeting department budget goals in alignment with YMCA policies, procedures, and standards.
The Manager of Recreational Programming and Day Camps is also responsible for creating a safe and enjoyable environment for participants and members, as well as ensuring that all programs are in compliance with YMCA policies and procedures. The Manager of Recreational Programming and Day Camps will lead a passionate team of employees and volunteers and will effectively communicate with staff, volunteers, and participants, and motivate and inspire them to reach their goals. This position will make a positive impact on the lives of individuals of all ages and backgrounds.

· Duties & Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire a team of staff and volunteers, ensuring fair, consistent, and equitable administration of all talent management processes including recruitment, selection, onboarding, development, recognition, work allocation and performance management policies.
• Model and champion YMCA behavioral standards regarding professionalism, discretion, and respectful workplace requirements. Ensure all YMCA Child Safety, Protection, and Certification standards are enforced for both staff and volunteers.
• Develop innovative programs that support the Health & Wellness retention plan, enhance youth department growth, and align with YMCA’s Standards for safety, maintenance, mission, and brand.
• Lead planning of annual community events such as the annual Kids Expo and Seniors Expo.
• Work with camp staff to promote, implement and evaluate a range of youth programs that are relevant, inclusive and of the highest quality offered.
• Work to maximize use of Frank Rudderham Family YMCA, especially the new community programming centre for programs and day/summer camps that align with community needs.
• Foster and maintain collaborative partnerships with external agencies, community groups, associations to enhance delivery of responsive, meaningful programming and profiling the Y as a strong community partner. Support a collaborative work environment by fostering inclusive, positive working relationships with colleagues, internal departments.
• Develop, manage, monitor and evaluate annual budgets for department.
• Ensure effective internal and external communications, including timely response to program and day camp questions, requests for information, addressing member/participant concerns, interdepartmental sharing/collaboration.
• Work with the marketing team to promote YMCA programs through online platforms, community events, and in-branch initiatives. Also work with marketing team to communicate day camp and program schedules each session to members, participants, membership services staff, and program teams, ensuring clear and timely information for all stakeholders
• Provide leadership to the level of service delivery for the department using Experience Standards
• Provide support to Association promotions, events, and overall program delivery.
• Oversee all grants for department (ensure proper execution according to grant guidelines, reporting, financial oversight/ approvals etc).
• Manage our Community Room programs and staffing for community-based programs.
• Collaborate with local organizations and agencies to promote wellness initiatives and expand our reach within the community.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• College diploma or University degree in Recreation, Child and Youth Worker, Early Childhood Education, or related field
• Minimum of one (1) year of supervisory experience in a similar role, leading a team of staff and/or volunteers.
• Minimum of two (2) years of working directly with children and youth
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• High Five Training Certificate considered an asset
• Healthy Child Development Certificate or equivalent considered an asset
• Training in sports, athletics, outdoor recreation, or related disciplines is considered an asset
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Advanced computer skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Safe Food Handlers’ certificate
• Flexibility to work irregular hours as required for meetings, events, etc. (i.e., early morning/late evening/weekend).
  Note: Successful candidates will be required to provide a current and satisfactory Criminal Record Check/ Vulnerable Sector Check and Child Abuse Registry Check. They will also be required to attend YMCA Child Safeguarding Training.

THE YMCA EXPERIENCE

The YMCA of Cape Breton is one of the largest charities in Nova Scotia and a member of one of the most recognized organizations in the world. Its mission is to build a healthy and caring community by creating opportunities for all people to achieve personal growth in spirit, mind and body. Through building connections with people at all ages and stages of their lives – as well as the broader community – the YMCA of Cape Breton serves over 30,000 people annually.
Programs and services focus on addressing economic, health and social issues, these include health, fitness and aquatics; licensed childcare; employment programs; youth programming and related community services. The YMCA occupies 15 program sites across Cape Breton Island.
The YMCA of Cape Breton offers a great workplace culture achieved through an environment that embraces diversity and social inclusion, values differences, celebrates achievements and supports full participation by all employees. The YCB provides 250+ employees with meaningful jobs and the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of individuals and the health of those within our communities.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $52,000.00-$58,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company events
• Company pension
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Flexible schedule
• Life insurance
• On-site childcare
• On-site gym
• Paid time off
• Vision care

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Holidays
• Morning shift
• Night shift
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• working with children & youth: 2 years (required)
• Supervising: 1 year (required)

Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 2025-03-3

• Lead and inspire a team of staff and volunteers, ensuring fair, consistent, and equitable administration of all talent management processes including recruitment, selection, onboarding, development, recognition, work allocation and performance management policies.
• Model and champion YMCA behavioral standards regarding professionalism, discretion, and respectful workplace requirements. Ensure all YMCA Child Safety, Protection, and Certification standards are enforced for both staff and volunteers.
• Develop innovative programs that support the Health & Wellness retention plan, enhance youth department growth, and align with YMCA’s Standards for safety, maintenance, mission, and brand.
• Lead planning of annual community events such as the annual Kids Expo and Seniors Expo.
• Work with camp staff to promote, implement and evaluate a range of youth programs that are relevant, inclusive and of the highest quality offered.
• Work to maximize use of Frank Rudderham Family YMCA, especially the new community programming centre for programs and day/summer camps that align with community needs.
• Foster and maintain collaborative partnerships with external agencies, community groups, associations to enhance delivery of responsive, meaningful programming and profiling the Y as a strong community partner. Support a collaborative work environment by fostering inclusive, positive working relationships with colleagues, internal departments.
• Develop, manage, monitor and evaluate annual budgets for department.
• Ensure effective internal and external communications, including timely response to program and day camp questions, requests for information, addressing member/participant concerns, interdepartmental sharing/collaboration.
• Work with the marketing team to promote YMCA programs through online platforms, community events, and in-branch initiatives. Also work with marketing team to communicate day camp and program schedules each session to members, participants, membership services staff, and program teams, ensuring clear and timely information for all stakeholders
• Provide leadership to the level of service delivery for the department using Experience Standards
• Provide support to Association promotions, events, and overall program delivery.
• Oversee all grants for department (ensure proper execution according to grant guidelines, reporting, financial oversight/ approvals etc).
• Manage our Community Room programs and staffing for community-based programs.
• Collaborate with local organizations and agencies to promote wellness initiatives and expand our reach within the community.
• Other duties as assigned