Rural and Remote Communities Program Coordinator, Newcomer Services –Full Time, Contract – YMCA Newfoundland and Labrador Employment Enterprise and Newcomer Services (Pending Funding)
Wage Range: $52,500/yr
Job Competition #: EENS-RRC-FT
The YMCA has been part of life in Newfoundland and Labrador since 1854. Our charity’s core programs of Health, Fitness, and Aquatics; Child Care and Day Camp; and Employment, Enterprise, and Newcomer Services are offered at more than 200 locations and points of delivery in our communities throughout the province. Our focus on inclusiveness and accessibility means we serve people of all ages, backgrounds and abilities through all stages of life.
We are seeking a Program Coordinator, Rural and Remote Communities to engage with local newcomers and their families in the Placentia, Bonavista Peninsula and Burin Peninsula to support integration into their communities. The Program Coordinator will be responsible for organizing and facilitating group activities for newcomers that support; healthy, and active living for all ages, with a special emphasis on seniors and youth. The Program Coordinator will support the growth and improvement for English language skills, creating community connection through group and local events. Fostering youth leadership, and intergenerational activities both in person and virtually. This is a contract position that includes local provincial travel as needed with an expected end date of March 31, 2027 with the possibility of extension.
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Undergraduate Degree in Education, Social Work, Social Sciences or an acceptable combination of education ad relevant experience
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Minimum two years experience working in a Program Coordinator or Lead position
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Experience working with community partners in a developmental role
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Experience working with newcomers in a recreation/community setting is considered an asset
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Experience working with Microsoft Office Suites
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Strong understanding and knowledge of positive youth developmental practices
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Valid Newfoundland driver's licence and access to a vehicle
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Criminal Records Check and Vulnerable Sectors Checks are reviewed on an individual basis
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Competitive compensation; paid general and annual leave for full time employees. medical and dental insurance, matched pension contributions
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Free uniforms. No more deciding what to wear to work
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Enhance your health with a free health, fitness and aquatics membership (during contract)
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Keep your career dynamic through our professional development programs
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Work in an inclusive environment where caring, honesty, diversity, respect and responsibility are lived values
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Employee Referral Program – Receive monetary incentives for contributing to our hiring practices
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Employee Recognition Program
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Creates a respectful and inclusive environment
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Takes personal responsibility for following through, responding and resolving issues and complaints
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Demonstrates personal discipline to produce high quality work and meet expectations and goals
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Self-manages behaviours, learns from mistakes, and seeks out feedback and coaching
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Reliable and punctual to ensure our team creates a great member experience
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Strong planning, organizational, leadership and communication skills
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Committed to working in a socially inclusive environment responding with sensitivity and personal awareness to the diverse needs of newcomers and different age demographics
The YMCA of Newfoundland and Labrador is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We are committed to an environment that is barrier-free. If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please inform us in advance to arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation. We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
