SUMMARY
Reporting to the Network Development and Implementation Lead, the Community Development Coordinator functions as part of a team working to lead the implementation of a provincial integrated youth services initiative. Kickstand’s Provincial Implementation Team is tasked with the successful exploration, development, implementation, and evaluation of a network of Kickstand centres across Alberta. This work relies heavily on intentional partnerships and the collective impact that is required to transform access to care for young people and their families/caregivers. This position is responsible for developing and maintaining relationships with community partners and stakeholders to facilitate community implementation of integrated youth services centres.
The Community Development Coordinator works collaboratively with Kickstand’s Provincial Implementation Team members and stakeholders to achieve these goals. The Community Development Coordinator is passionate about community building and utilizing implementation methods and strategies to facilitate community program and initiative development and has complex project management experience. This role will also adopt a co-design approach to gather meaningful, quality feedback and engagement with young people and families/caregivers to inform the continued development of the Kickstand project across Alberta.
ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES
- Advance the understanding of Kickstand’s implementation strategy and priorities
- Facilitate and support implementation of integrated services within the community by demonstrating a strong understanding in change management, managing resistance, and reinforcing collective impact
- Develop community development resources, toolkits and presentations related to partnership, integration and governance as required
- Work directly with the assigned region to support key implementation processes for integrated youth services
- Maintain a key focus on principles of equity, diversity, inclusion and decolonization through implementation process and support future Kickstand physical location to integrate said principles
- Support assigned region in developing and achieving short-term/long-term goals as outlined in their respective workplans for service implementation and community development
- Use tools and processes to facilitate interest and capture and amplify stakeholder input
- Work autonomously while maintaining alignment, accountability and collaboration with other key members of the team and monitor and report progress on the status of assigned duties against timelines and project plans
- Build and maintain professional competency with implementation science and change management principles and with a solid practice base and range of methods
- Ability to assess risks, identify risk mitigation strategies, and monitor risk throughout the life cycle of the program plan
- Demonstrate critical thinking and problem-solving skills as unforeseen events arise
- Embrace Kickstand’s values and approach to wellness i.e., collaborative, trustworthy, respectful, dynamic, responsive and approachable
- Model a positive professional attitude, acting with integrity and modelling neutrality and cultural humility, create and sustain a participatory environment ensuring inclusiveness and creativity, with good communication and managing conflict
QUALIFICATIONS
Education, Training and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in a discipline related to Health Care, Non-Profit Management, Community Development, Policy, or Leadership and at least two (2) years of experience in the non-profit sector including experience working with multi-stakeholder processes involving change management and complex program implementation, project management, and implementation science models and frameworks.
- Experience working in mental health, health, and/or the youth sector in the assigned region would be considered a strong asset.
- Experience working with Indigenous-led organizations, Indigenous communities and/or Indigenous people, experience delivering client-centred care, or experience working with or in an integrated youth services initiative would be considered strong assets.
- Experience working with individuals with lived experience of mental health would be considered a strong asset.
- Certification or training in implementation science and change management would be considered a strong asset.
- Valid Alberta Driver’s License required. Access to a personal vehicle for business-related purposes is preferred.
Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge of systems and processes related to collective impact, change management and complex systems implementation
- Knowledge of relevant legislation, regulations, policies, programs, and services including within Alberta healthcare and social service systems
- Exceptional group facilitation and communication skills including demonstrated professionalism, tact, good judgment, and diplomacy in interactions with senior leaders, both internally and within the community
- Comfortable communicating formally, informally, in groups and one-on-one
- Ability to obtain and share information, ideas, and problems and ask for advice, support, and feedback
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and as a member of a team
- Ability to develop effective working relationships, work flexibly across professional and operational boundaries and communicate professionally with internal and external stakeholders at all levels
- Relationship-centred with a get-it-done attitude and working hands-on when required
- Able to define expectations for self and others and the act to fulfill these expectations (self-reflect, monitor, and correct own actions)
- Self-motivated and flexible, with the ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment of frequent change and ambiguous landscape
- Proven commitment to promoting and supporting a psychologically safe workplace
- Excellent computer skills required (e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint)
- Ability and willingness to travel on a regular basis to communities throughout Alberta
Additional Information about the Role
- Compensation will depend on experience and fit for the position.
- This is a temporary full-time position. The successful candidate will work full-time hours for the duration of the contract. The position is expected to continue until one year after the employee’s start date.
- This is a hybrid position with some required in-person meetings and flexibility to work from home.
- Preference will be given to candidates who live in Calgary or the surrounding area, as this role requires regular attendance at in person meetings, events, and community activities.
- Experience working in Calgary area or collaborating with Calgary based organizations, agencies, or community partners is considered an asset.
- Occasional evening or weekend work may be required to support events and community engagement activities.
- Collaborative and mission-driven team environment.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change when required.
Kickstand is committed to equity, diversity, inclusion and decolonization and to ensure young people in Alberta can see themselves in Kickstand's providers - we welcome applications from all qualified persons. We encourage; First Nations, Métis and Inuit persons; members of visible minority groups; persons with disabilities; persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression; and all those who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas and Kickstand, to apply.
Thank you to all applicants for your interest in this position. Please note that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care
Application question(s):
- Are you currently located in Calgary or the surrounding area?
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Edmonton, AB T5K 2J5
