Child and Family Programming
VOLUNTEER POSITION
Child & Family Volunteer
Location |
Multiple Locations |
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Department/Team |
Child & Family |
Date of Revision |
July 7, 2021 |
Time Commitment |
2 hours per week, all year Evenings and Saturdays |
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Staff Partners |
Child & Family Supervisor |
POSITION OVERVIEW
Volunteers within the Child & Family department will provide support through facilitation and
co-facilitation of Grade 6 and youth programs such as Sport activities, Arts & Science nights,
Family Centre activities, city wide Grade 6 event and Youth Leadership programs, under the
guidance of a Child & Family Youth Worker. This role involves engaging with the youth in
programs creating an environment that is positive, inclusive, and safe for all. Child & Family
volunteers will be supervised by and require ongoing communication with the Child & Family
Youth Workers.
Age requirement: 16 + 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
- 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 Youth Workers regarding any questions or concerns regarding individual or 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
1. YBeginnings Orientation
2. Health & Safety and Child Protection Training
3. WHMIS
4. Position-specific Orientation and Training
a. Processes & Tools
b. Expectations
5. 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
- Standard First Aid and CPR-C Certificate
- 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 (depending on the program)
- Desire to work with youth in multi functional situations