Why should you join our team?
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, physical and mental wellbeing, child-care support, language instruction, affordable tutoring and more. We also ensure that no one is turned away, lowering financial barriers for youth, adults and families through the generous donations of our community. 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.
Child Development Specialist (Full Time)
YMCA Calgary
Salary:$46,663.00/year - $58,228.00/year
Start Date: Immediate
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;
· Comprehensive health and dental benefits. Premiums paid in full by the Association;
· Pension plan with specified contribution matching by the Association;
· Anniversary flex day and gifts given to celebrate each year of employment;
· Program discounts;· Ongoing leadership development and opportunities;
· Leadership award opportunities;
· Scholarship opportunities;
· Paid recertification and training
What qualifications are we looking for?
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;
Post secondary education in a therapeutic discipline or in disability studies
As this position will work within a licensed child care setting, provincial early childhood educator certification is required. The successful applicant will apply for certification upon hire
Minimum 3-5 years experience supporting children 0 – 5 years of age with developmental conditions and/or delays
Ability to conduct observations as well as develop and implement strategies and therapeutic plans to support children to have positive, successful, and inclusive experiences within the child care setting
Experience collaborating with caregivers of young children to further knowledge, understanding and competence in utilizing identified support strategies
Knowledge of, and experience securing, available funding and community supports for children and their families
Engaged and motivated solution-based approach to work
Clear communicator with excellent verbal and written skills
Intermediate computer literacy and competency
Current Standard First Aid with CPR-C certificated within the last 12 months from an approved AB OHS provider. Asset if certification is issued by one of the following five Canadian organizations: Canadian Red Cross, Heart and Stroke Foundation, Lifesaving Society, St John's Ambulance and/or Canadian Ski Patrol.
Evidence of a clear Police Information Check and Vulnerable Sector Search;
Three professional references
What does this role look like at YMCA Calgary?
This position is full-time and will work 40 hours per week between the hours of 7am - 6pm, Monday through Friday. Flexibility of the successful applicant’s personal schedule is required to ensure staff and area needs are met. Some evening and weekend work may be required. The successful applicant will travel between YMCA locations to meet position requirements. Mileage will be paid for travel between locations.
Reporting to the Centre Manager – Early Years, the Child Development Specialist will:
Conduct observations as well as develop and implement strategies and therapeutic plans to support children aged 12 months – 5 years to have positive, successful, and inclusive experiences within the child care setting
Establish and maintain effective communication with all stakeholders including community support services
Provide resources to families and facilitate access to funding and community supports
Collaboratively work with room educators to provide information, increase understanding and further their ability to successfully support all children
Support training requirements for staff and volunteers working within YMCA Calgary Early Years program and service areas
Maintain and prioritize case load including effective record keeping
Develop and maintain resource inventory for use within classrooms and with individual children
Support centre and area operations as required
Communicate effectively with all stakeholders
Attend and participate in scheduled YMCA meetings and trainings.
Maintain personal certifications and trainings
Demonstrate safe practices, acting promptly on health and safety risks and concerns
What qualities do we look for in YMCA Calgary Staff and Volunteers?
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:
o Developing Self and Others: Developing people with a view toward present and future capacity.
o Building Purposeful Relationships: Relating to people authentically with their best in mind.
o Creating a Culture of Community: Gathering people to purpose and vision.
o Making Intentional Impact: Intending to make a difference every day.
o Thinking and Acting Strategically: Applying thoughts, words, and actions in service to the vision.
o Applying Business Acumen: Demonstrating excellence in technical skills and stewarding the YMCA Business Model.
o Innovating: Ability to know your environment, initiate and respond effectively to changing conditions.
Please note that evidence of a clear Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector Search is a requirement
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.
