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Youth Programs Coordinator - Full Time (Term Leave Coverage) - Jobs in Sylvan Lake, AB

Job LocationSylvan Lake, AB
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Job TypeFull Time

Job Description

The Town of Sylvan Lake is a lakeside town in Central Alberta of over 14,000 people andgrowing. With close proximity to the major centers of Red Deer, Calgary and Edmonton, we canoffer the amenities of larger center with the relaxed living atmosphere offered by a smallercommunity. With abundant year round recreational and cultural activities, we have definitelyearned the name of “Brilliant All Year!” We are a growing and thriving municipality and as suchthe organization continues to move ahead in a progressive manner.Do you want the chance to work with an amazing team where learning and thoroughcommunication is an ongoing experience Do you want to have fun at the same time asproviding a critical service to the entire Town If you are interested in this tremendousopportunity, we have an immediate opening for a:Youth Program CoordinatorMaternity Coverage - 35 hours/week – August 3, 2021 – September 1, 2022Starting Wage $27.83Under the direction of the Youth Services Supervisor, the Youth Program Coordinator is a front-line position, which plans, coordinates, promotes, and facilitates social preventative programs forschool-age youth in the Flipside Youth Centre, local schools, and other areas of the community.SUMMARY OF FUNCTION Build Developmental Assets and Developmental Relationships: provide positive experiences,relationships, and opportunities for youth in our programs and in our community. Be a positive role model and advocate for youth in the community – build developmentalrelationships with young people, give youth a voice in the community, and build communitycapacity for positive youth development. Plan, coordinate and facilitate the Flipside Youth Centre drop-in evening programs. Complete training in and facilitate the Heroes® program in local schools. Plan and facilitate regular youth events in the Flipside Youth Centre, skate park, schools andother areas of the community, involving youth in the planning and partnering with otherorganizations such as schools, businesses, agencies and other Town departments. Assist in coordinating Youth IMPACT Coalition initiatives such as Paint the Town, Pride WeekCelebrations, and other advocacy projects. Facilitate the Stressbusters program in local schools. Maintain open communication between Youth Services staff, program participants, parentsand community members, handling questions and concerns in a timely manner. Develop effective working partnerships with local schools, voluntary organizations, churches,youth groups, RCMP, and other Town Departments. Promote the activities of Youth Services programs using appropriate promotions andadvertising methods, including social media, website, publications and presentations. Manage the day-to-day operations at the Flipside Youth Centre. Provide leadership and assist in training and supervising program assistants, volunteers,practicum students, and Leaders-in-Training. Purchase program and event supplies, staying within the allocated budget. Plan and participate in fundraising initiatives. Maintain up-to-date program statistics and outcomes reports. Complete all programs forms in a timely manner (eg. Critical Incident Reports, BehaviourTracking forms, Health & Safety Forms).TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS Diploma or degree in Child & Youth Work, Education or Social Work, or other Human Servicesfield or equivalent training/experience working in a community youth program. Must be FUN and engaging, have a PASSION for working with children and youth, and able tomaintain a high level of energy, patience and enthusiasm. Possess effective oral and written communication skills. Excellent group facilitation and creativity skills. Good understanding of marketing and social media programs. Demonstrated knowledge of preventative youth programs, trauma-informed care, positiveyouth development, program-planning, and risk management in youth programs. Ability to develop, coordinate and facilitate a variety of youth-focused activities that builddevelopmental assets, provide opportunities for leadership, enhance social supports, promotepositive relationships, and provide a safe place where all youth can feel empowered andvalued. Ability to establish meaningful and professional relationships with children and youth, parents,staff, supervisors, schools, community members, and other agencies. Ability to plan for, maintain, and supervise the work of program assistants, practicum students,volunteers, and Leaders-in-Training. Proficient use of computer and Microsoft Office programs including MS Word, Excel, Outlook,Sharepoint, Teams, and Publisher programs. Excellent organizational and time-management skills. Knowledge of online registration programs or willing to train. Current 1st Aid, CPR & AED Certification. Class 5 license and reliable transportation. Food Safe Certification, Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training, Mental Health First Aidand Nonviolent Crisis Intervention Training would be an asset. Must submit an RCMP Based Vulnerable Sector Check and Child Intervention Check beforestarting employment. Hours of work will generally be 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Mondays & Fridays and 1:00 – 9:00 PMTuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. Must be flexible to accommodate occasional meetings, events or training and occasionalevenings and weekends.This is a terrific opportunity to work in a professional, team focused environment. You have a strong desireto be a major contributor to the success of a vibrant and growing organization. If you are up to the challengeof taking ownership and wanting to make a difference, this is an ideal situation. We offer competitive rates,and an excellent work/life balance situation. If this position intrigues you, please submit your resume inconfidence specifying which position you are applying for, by June 30, to:Town of Sylvan Lake5012 – 48 Avenue, Sylvan Lake, AB T4S 1G6Attention: Youth Services SupervisorF 403 887 1193 | kcarlson@sylvanlake.caThe Town of Sylvan Lake is an equal opportunity employer and strongly supports diversity in the workplace; all candidateswho are authorized to work in Canada and meet the qualifications are welcome to apply. We thank all applicants for theirinterest in this position; however only those candidates who are selected for an interview will be contacted.

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