Play Partners

Volunteers and students in child care work under the guidance of ECE staff to engage children in fun and age appropriate activities in our full day child care or Before and After School programs. They act as role models and ensure the safeguarding of children and youth.

Time Commitment:

  • Minimum time commitment three months
  • Weekly time commitment varies by centre

Qualifications:

  • Minimum age 13
  • Successful applicants 18 years of age or older will need to provide a Vulnerable Sector Screening from their local police service before their first day of volunteering and every three years on the anniversary of their first day of volunteering.
  • Completion of Health Assessment and Immunization Records required.
  • First Aid and CPR Level C an asset.
  • Strong communication skills, teamwork and flexibility.
  • A general understanding of child development.
  • Adherence to YMCA A Place to Connect guidelines, Child Care and Early Years Act (CCEYA) and YMCA policies and procedures.
  • Ability to engage children in a variety of activities.
  • Responsibility, reliability and commitment to their role.