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Overview
The YMCA is a charity that has been helping Canadians improve their lives since the first Y opened in 1851. Y programs are offered at more than 1,700 locations across Canada and help more than 2.25 million people annually become healthier in spirit, mind, and body. The YMCA of the National Capital Region proudly serves people of all ages, backgrounds and abilities, and works to address critical social needs in our community. We are a leader and valued partner in creating a vibrant and healthy community where everyone belongs and can reach their full potential.
This position requires a commitment to the Y mission and core values of responsibility, honesty, caring, respect, and inclusion, which form the foundation of all Y programs and services.
Working for the Y
What We Offer
Are you looking to use your skills and unique gifts to make a real difference in your community? The YMCA of the National Capital Region is a great workplace committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, where different backgrounds, experiences, and identities are appreciated and celebrated. The YMCA provides hundreds of employees with meaningful jobs and the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of individuals and the health of our communities. We recognize the contributions of our staff through innovative practices, great benefits, and growth opportunities. Whether you are starting out in your career or a seasoned professional, you will find many exciting opportunities to achieve your personal and career goals. Some of the benefits of working for the Y include:
At the Y, you will be part of a vibrant and diverse network of people whose shared vision is to change lives and make our communities home to the healthiest children, teens, adults, and families.
Our Competitive Wage And Benefit Package Include
- Free YMCA gym membership;
- Discounted Y program fees (including health & fitness programs, child care, and camps);
- Access to our YMCA Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) including free, immediate, confidential assistance and counselling for you and your family members for mental and physical health, and financial advice, among other 12 suites of services;
- Health and Dental Insurance;
- Long-term Disability and Life Insurance;
- Access to our Canadian YMCA Retirement Fund pension plan;
- Up to 25 vacation days per year including two float days, and one birthday vacation;
- Maternity leave benefits for up to 18 months.
- Some benefits may vary based on employment terms
Compensation: $19.79 – $24.86/hour ($19.79/hour for non-RECEs, $24.86/hour for RECEs)
What do you offer?
The Assistant Educator will function as a team member responsible for the maintenance of high-quality programs for children and families by creating an educational, safe, clean and enjoyable environment for children. The Assistant Educator will be an active part of the service delivery team for Licensed Child Care. The role of the Assistant Educator is to assist the teaching team in supporting children with special needs who are attending a licensed child care program.
This is a contract from June 10 to August 30, 2024.
Some Of The Tasks Of This Position Include
- Supporting children in licensed child care who have special needs.
- Creating an educational, safe, clean and enjoyable environment for children by planning and implementing age-appropriate programs to meet children’s social, emotional, physical, educational and individual needs under the Y Playing to Learn curriculum.
- Assisting in providing optimal opportunities for children with special needs to interact with all children and staff in the child care program.
- Creating an educational, safe, clean and enjoyable environment for children by planning and implementing age-appropriate programs to meet children’s social, emotional, physical, educational and individual needs under the Y Playing to Learn curriculum.
- Fostering self-esteem, problem-solving and conflict resolution skills in children.
- Developing and maintaining constructive and open communication with staff.
- Understanding and following through on all YMCA policies, procedures and guidelines, as outlined in the Policies and Procedures Manual and Parent Handbook.
- Participating in a team-teaching approach in the supervision of the children and the development of the program
- Preparing snacks and completing housekeeping duties for the child care programs on a rotational basis with other educators.
What qualifications and abilities are we looking for?
At the YMCA of the National Capital Region, we strive to ensure our employees are a fit based on their strengths, interests, and future goals.
The Successful Candidate Will Have The Following
Education
- ECE diploma or CECE recognized equivalency preferred
- Behavioural Studies course or equivalency an asset
Language
- Fluent in English, oral and written
Experience, Skills And Abilities
- Member in good standing of the College of Early Childhood Educators of Ontario, as required
- Minimum two years of experience working with children
- High level of interpersonal and written skills
Additional Requirements
- Applicants must have a current Standard First Aid and CPR “C” certification.
- Applicants must already have a valid permit to work in Canada.
- A Police Record check, not more than 6 months old is required. Police Records checks are reviewed on an individual basis and the offense(s) – if any – is considered in the decision-making process in relation to the requirement of working with children, therefore not eliminating all candidates with a record from being offered a position.
- Semi-annually, staff must complete the mandatory training for the protection of Children & Youth and submit the certificate of completion.
Core Competencies
- Diversity: Appreciates that people with different backgrounds, opinions, and characteristics bring richness to the program and challenge or situation at hand. Demonstrates respect for people of diverse backgrounds. Suspends judgment and challenges self to deal with assumptions and stereotypes. Make efforts to educate yourself and others about diversity issues.
- Communication: Communicates in a thorough, clear, and timely manner and supports information sharing and goal achievement across the Association.
- Planning and Organization: Establishes a clearly defined and effective course of action for self and others to accomplish short and long-term goals.
- Teamwork: Participates in an effective organizational team, which acknowledges and values team members’ skills, experience, cultural background, knowledge, creativity, and contributions.
- Self-Management: Works independently within prescribed parameters, can discern the relevance of issues, and communicate them effectively to their supervisor.
- Leadership: Participates in an effective organizational team, which acknowledges and values team members’ skills, experience, cultural background, knowledge, creativity, and contributions
About Diversity And Inclusiveness At The Y
Inclusiveness is a part of our core values and we are committed to ensuring the diversity of the people and communities we serve and as well as our staff. We welcome candidates from racialized groups, invisible minorities, Indigenous People, women, persons with disabilities, persons who identify as 2SLGBTQ+.
YMCA of the National Capital Region is committed to accessibility in employment and to ensuring equal access to employment opportunities for candidates, including persons with disabilities. In compliance with AODA, the YMCA will endeavour to provide accommodation to people with disabilities in the recruitment process upon request. If you are selected for an interview and require accommodation due to a disability during the recruitment process, please email [email protected] upon scheduling your interview.
How to apply?
All internal applicants must inform their supervisor of their intention to apply for the position.
Thank you for your interest in joining the YMCA of the National Capital Region. We appreciate all applications. Due to the volume of applicants, we are only able to contact those selected for further consideration in the hiring process.
The YMCA of the National Capital Region is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer.