Child and Family Program Lead
VOLUNTEER POSITION
Child & Family Volunteer
Location |
Remington YMCA (some travel to Brookfield Residential YMCA for training) |
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Department/Team |
Child & Family |
Date of Revision |
November 7, 2022 |
Time Commitment |
2-6 hours per week, all year Evenings and Weekends |
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Staff Partners |
Child & Family Supervisor |
POSITION OVERVIEW
Volunteers within the Child & Family department will provide support through facilitation of Grade 6 and youth programs such as Sport activities, Arts, Family Centre activities, city wide Grade 6 events and Youth Leadership programs, under the guidance of a Child & Family Supervisor. This role involves engaging with the youth in programs creating an environment that is positive, inclusive, and safe for all. Child & Family volunteers will provide a unique program and engagement experiences for youth.
Age requirement: 18 + with the discretion of the Child & Family Team
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Maintain a safe environment by following policies and procedures to manage risks associated with participation in programs
- Proactively engage with youth and solicit feedback and support from them to develop engagement opportunities.
- Help build and maintain a healthy and safe environment by following all COVID-19 safety protocol, including sanitizing surfaces and supplies.
- Build relationships with the participants, their families, YMCA staff and volunteers
- Ensure safety, communication and a sense of belonging are high priorities
- Work collaboratively with other staff and volunteers
- Communicate with Child and Family Supervisors regarding any questions or concerns of situations during program time
- Deal with minor behaviors of the participants in the programs
- Facilitate delivery of pre-planned activities
- Completing all YMCA trainings
BENEFITS
- Gain valuable practical experience working with youth in a leadership position
- Complimentary YMCA Calgary membership (upon completion of the probationary period and all required trainings)
- Continuing training and educations opportunities throughout the year (if applicable)
- Join a team of enthusiastic and interesting people who share a passion for leading positive programs to build happy and healthy communities
TRAINING
- YBeginnings Orientation
- Health & Safety and Child Protection Training
- WHMIS
- Position-specific Orientation and Training
- Processes & Tools
- Expectations
- Ongoing training & support
SKILLS
At YMCA Calgary we ensure our volunteers are a fit based on their strengths, interests, and future goals. The successful candidate will have the following:
- Have worked with children or youth in some capacity
- Have an interest in physical literacy
- Able to manage behaviours of youth in the program
- Be comfortable to lead and supervise the program without a Youth Worker being present
QUALIFICATIONS
- Evidence of a clear Police Information Check and Vulnerable Sector Search (letter provided)
- Standard First Aid and CPR-C Certificate (can be obtained through YMCA if needed)
- Three references – one can be personal reference
- Able to attend and complete required YMCA trainings which may be at various YMCA locations
- Available evenings and/or weekends
- Desire to work with youth in multi functional situations