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Volunteer Child & Youth Program Assistant

YMCA of Greater Halifax/Dartmouth
Halifax, NS

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Job details

Part-time

Qualifications

Post-secondary education
Working with children
Communication skills

Full job description

Title: Volunteer Child & Youth Program Assistant

Hours: Weekday evenings and weekends; minimum 3 hours per week

Location: John W. Lindsay YMCA

The YMCA is a place where everyone is welcome and valued. We are deeply committed to fostering an inclusive environment, offering equal opportunities for all in a space that is both nurturing and enjoyable. Here, children and families thrive within a community built on shared responsibilities and mutual support.

Our success in partnering with others to strengthen the community is made possible by the dedication of our employees and volunteers. By volunteering at the YMCA, you’ll become an integral part of a passionate team focused on making a meaningful impact and supporting the communities we serve.

The Opportunity

Reporting to the Child & Youth Program Coordinator, Child & Youth Program volunteers help staff create engaging programs for children and youth. Volunteers will help staff deliver safe, inclusive, and developmentally appropriate programs that emphasize physical literacy as key to building healthy communities. Staff will implement fitness and wellness activities in line with YMCA standards, child safety requirements, and core values.

Responsibilities

Arrive 15 minutes before your program in order to help prepare the space.
Support staff in the delivery of hands-on programming and provide participants with a safe, inclusive, positive environment.
Assist staff with program set-up and take-down, preparation of materials, cleaning, tidying, and other duties to keep camp activities safe, well-run, and on time.
Assist staff in maintaining YMCA policies, etiquette, and safety requirements.
Complete administrative tasks such as taking program attendance, being sure to check in those participants who join after class has started.
Build inclusive, positive working relationships with others.
Report any known or predicted safety hazards.
Assist the instructor with documenting any incidents or accidents, no matter how minor, and communicate these back to the Coordinator on the same day.

Qualifications & Skills

Experience working with children and youth as a babysitter, coach, youth group leader, or other similar role.
Interest in supporting youth programming and engaging with children and youth.
Ability to maintain a safe and organized environment.
Post-secondary education in Early Childhood Education or related field an asset.
Communication skills to work with youth, parents, and staff.

Please note that all volunteers of the YMCA of Greater Halifax/Dartmouth are required to provide a current and satisfactory Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Check, clear Child Abuse Register Check.

Apply Today

Please apply online at https://ymcahfx.ca/workwithus/.

The YMCA of Greater Halifax/Dartmouth is an equal opportunity employer that values the diversity of people and communities and is committed to excellence and inclusion in our Association. 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. Applicants are encouraged to self-identify.

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