Uplift Program Coordinator

at  YWCA Hamilton

WHO WE ARE

Founded in 1889, YWCA Hamilton is known as one of Hamilton’s original social innovators and works from a feminist, anti-racist, and anti-oppressive framework. We are dedicated to strengthening women’s and girl’s voices, broadening their choices, building dynamic leadership and providing essential services that promote safe, inclusive and equitable communities.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Job Code: 3-ORS-2025
Department: Centre of Innovation
Reports to: Program Manager
Location: Hamilton, ON
Hours of Work: 37.5 hours per week
Start Date: TBD
Contract End Date: September 30th, 2025
Posting Date: February 4th, 2025

Develops, coordinates, supports and promotes the YWCA Hamilton Uplift Program, which provides women and non-binary people with the opportunity to reskill or upskill in EV, Data Science or Data Analytics through certification training and additional supports related to navigating non-traditional workplaces and job development.

• Plans and implements technical training in sector specific training workshops including academic upgrading, safety certification, and hands-on and virtual training towards certification in conjunction with training partners;
• Facilitates outreach, intake and recruitment for reskilling training programs and support participants through the Reskilling Program in consultation with Project Lead;
• Promotes and markets the Reskilling Program, working with the YWCA Development department;
• Works with Training Partner(s) to plan for pre-certification training;
• Coordinates and completes curriculum development, facilitation and program delivery;
• Working with the Program Job Developer, assists participants in the setting and attaining of goals and provides coaching in both group and individual settings;
• Coordinates with Program Job Developer to identify and support participants in future employment opportunities;
• Reviews and evaluates results and recommendations from participants and stakeholders; shares program outcomes with Project Lead and stakeholders;
• Ensures that policies and procedures are up to date, and that best practices are incorporated at all times;
• Develops and implements appropriate systems to ensure monitoring of projects and initiatives in compliance with work schedules, outcomes and participant requirements;
• Connects and assists in building strong and positive relationships with participants in a cohesive and respectful environment; engagement and follow up with participants of the program;
• Nurtures and maintains relationships with partners, employers and volunteers;
• Follows Ministry guidelines and requirements for funding and increases participant’s knowledge and training in order to gain or maintain employment;
• Works with limited pieces of client/participant’s confidential data and ensures that such data is stored in accordance with YWCA and funder policies;
• Maintains accurate records, statistics and evaluation information related to the activities undertaken and outcomes achieved; reporting results to Project lead;
• Understands emerging trends, leading practices, industry professional standards;
• Supports YWCA Hamilton mission, vision and values;
• Perform other duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must have an undergraduate degree, preferable in Business Administration, Social Sciences, Education or in a related field or a combination of related work and academic experience;
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in advanced manufacturing, specialized technology, education or social services fields;
• Career Development Practitioner (CDP) or Job Development Professional (JDP) is an asset;
• Must provide a current Criminal Record Judicial Matters Police check or willingness to obtain at own cost;
• Must have current Emergency First Aid and CPR C certificate or willingness to obtain at own cost;
• Must be able to work from a feminist, anti-racist/anti-oppressive perspective;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
• Bilingual English/French or other languages an asset.
  As part of YWCA Hamilton’s commitment to Access and Equity, we strive to represent the diverse communities that we serve. Individuals who are women, First Nations, Métis, immigrant, refugee, LGBTQ2S+; individuals with disabilities; and individuals from racialized communities or other marginalized communities are encouraged to apply.
  Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process. Please inform us of any accommodation requests.
  Please Note: Personal information collected during the recruitment process will only be used for employment opportunities only in accordance with the Freedom of Information and Privacy Act. Only applications from individuals eligible to work in Canada will be considered.

Please refer the Job description for details