YMCA Calgary is a charity that ignites the potential in Calgarians. Since our inception in 1902, we have evolved into a vibrant organization operating in every quadrant of the city.

Guided by our core values of honesty, caring, respect and responsibility, YMCA Calgary offers a growing hub of programming & services to address the needs of our community including connection and belonging, child-care support, language instruction, mental health support, lowered financial barriers, and more. This impact takes place across our 7 health and wellness facilities, 6 childcare centres, 2 outdoor camps and 12+ community programs, empowering people of all ages and life stages to belong, grow, thrive and lead.

Engagement Centre Representative - (Part Time, Contract)
Shane Homes YMCA at Rocky Ridge
Start Date: May 2024
End Date: August 2024
Salary:$16.00/hour

The position is sponsored by Canada Summer Jobs funding. The successful candidate must also meet the following eligibility requirements:

· Be between 15 and 30 years of age at the start of the employment;
· Be Canadian citizens, permanent residents, or persons to whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act;
· Have valid Social Insurance Number at the start of employment;
· Be legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with relevant provincial/territorial legislation and regulations.

You can make an impact in the community - locally and across the globe. You will work with a fun culture of people and enjoy many of the benefits and opportunities the YMCA offers:
· Complimentary YMCA Calgary membership including a linked membership for dependent children;
· Program discounts;
· Ongoing leadership development and opportunities;
· Leadership award opportunities;
· Scholarship opportunities;
· Paid recertification and training.

At YMCA Calgary we strive to ensure our employees are a fit based on their strengths, interests, and future goals. The successful candidate will have the following;
Exceptional customer service attitude

Strong computer skills

Be resourceful, organized and handle change well

Effective time management and welcomes change

Clear communicator over the phone, virtually, and through email

Evidence of a clear Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector Search

Three professional references

Duties and Responsibilities include:
Be the main point of contact for incoming phone calls to the YMCA

Own the administrative tasks assigned by supervisor (returned payments, promotional sales follow ups, waitlist management)

Identify and create opportunities to enhance each and every person's YMCA experience

Meet and exceed customers’ expectations in all service aspects of the Engagement Centre

Complete all membership/program/transactional related duties with accuracy to all customers calling into the YMCA though the Engagement Centre.

Communicate a large quantity of information clearly and concisely in over the telephone by understanding the organizational structure and operations of the YMCA Calgary Association

Develop and maintain smooth, cooperative working relations with all staff and volunteers

Utilize communication channels to ensure real time information sharing across the association

Aid in the training of all new staff and volunteers

Work in a team environment to achieve optimal collective results

Ability to problem solve

The Engagement Center is open Monday to Friday from 11:30am to 7:30pm; weekends and holidays from 9:00am to 5:00pm. We are looking to fill out positions that include the following shifts:

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 1200pm-700pm.

Our diverse team of staff and volunteers are committed to making a positive impact in the community. In addition, they model and are committed to the following competencies:

Developing Self and Others: Developing people with a view toward present and future capacity.
Building Purposeful Relationships: Relating to people authentically with their best in mind.
Creating a Culture of Community: Gathering people to purpose and vision.
Making Intentional Impact: Intending to make a difference every day.
Thinking and Acting Strategically: Applying thoughts, words, and actions in service to the vision.
Applying Business Acumen: Demonstrating excellence in technical skills and stewarding the YMCA Business Model.
Innovating: Ability to know your environment, initiate and respond effectively to changing conditions.

YMCA Calgary is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants must have legal authorization to work in Canada by way of Canadian Citizenship, Permanent Residency or a valid Canadian work permit. YMCA Calgary is currently not engaged in international recruitment efforts as we are required to demonstrate that we have exhausted all means of recruitment both locally and nationally.

Potential candidates will only be contacted if selected for an interview.

All applications are to be submitted online but for any position specific concerns or questions, please contact careers@ymcacalgary.org

YMCA Calgary

Shane Homes YMCA at Rocky Ridge

25-04-2024