Beyond the Bell Facilitator

Position Description: The Beyond the Bell (BTB) Facilitator reports directly to the Manager, Beyond the Bell (BTB) and Indigenous Partnerships. This position is responsible for the co-ordination and direct program delivery at a BTB location. The BTB Facilitator will work as part of a team that will empower students in grades 1 to 5 to reach their full potential by building capacity to engage and succeed in their education. This is a great opportunity for an individual with a high level of interest in working with the YMCA HBB as a charitable organization.

Benefits & Perks

• Paid Vacation Entitlements that increase with seniority (subject to eligibility)
• Competitive total compensation packages
• Group health and benefits plans (includes medical, dental, and prescription medication, subject to eligibility)
• Generous pension plans with employer matching (subject to eligibility)
• Free YMCA HBB Health & Fitness Memberships
• Professional development opportunities including paid training and access to YMCA education scholarships and incentives
• Reduced rates for YMCA HBB Child Care, Camp, and Child & Youth programs (subject to eligibility)
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
• Opportunities for career advancement

What You'll Do

• Responsible for the day-to-day operations of assigned location.
• Ensure program plans and routines are established and implemented at assigned location.
• Conduct participant intakes and assessments, and design and implement tailored action plans based on the unique needs of students.
• Prepare written reports and coordinate the collection/analysis of information and data as required.
• Foster collaborative working relationships with families, school, community partners, and the greater community to facilitate engagement and impact in serving the needs of vulnerable students.
• Maintain positive, professional communication with children/families and respond promptly to all requests, inquiries, and concerns.
• Guide and coach assigned educator team and provide feedback to the Manager for performance management activities, where applicable.
• Support the Manager with onboarding and orientation activities
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date children’s files and documentation.
• Organize and maintain program supplies and inventory
• This position requires availability to work between the hours of 2:15 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. (shift times vary based on school location) Monday to Friday, with ability to maintain a flexible schedule to manage issues, concerns, and problems as they may arise.
• Programs are based out of a shared space within the school, therefore, requiring movement and set up of equipment on a daily, weekly, and/or monthly basis.
• This position requires the ability to commute to and from program location, pick up snacks, as well as attend off-site meetings as required.

What You'll Bring

• Completion of, or enrollment in, a post-secondary program in Child and Youth Studies, Recreation and Leisure, or equivalent experience in a related field.
• A minimum 1-year experience working with children in direct program delivery.
• Experience in coaching or leading a team in a child-based and/or educational environment is an asset.
• Experience in tutoring students with literacy and numeracy.
• Experience working directly with children with different learning abilities and/or other special needs, and vulnerable populations.
• Ability to actively engage children, employing a child-centered and interest-based approach.
• Experience and sensitivity in dealing with members of different cultural and racial backgrounds, including visible and invisible dimensions of diversity.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Effective time management skills; must be able to plan and prioritize work assignments.
• Strong computer skills, proficient in Microsoft Office is required.
• Self-motivated and able to work well independently and in a team environment.
• Valid Standard First Aid and CPR-C certificate is required.

This position requires a commitment to the YMCA HBB mission and core values of: Inclusion, Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility, as well as a commitment to building developmental assets in children and adults. All offers of employment will be subject to the provision that the successful incumbent provides the YMCA of Hamilton|Burlington|Brantford with a current and satisfactory Police Records Check. Positions responsible for the direct supervision of children and/or vulnerable persons will be required, in addition to a Police Records Check, to provide a Vulnerable Sector Screening Report at the time of hire.

Experience

Required

• Experience and sensitivity in dealing with members of different cultural and racial backgrounds, including visible and invisible dimensions of diversity.
• Experience working directly with children with different learning abilities and/or other special needs, and vulnerable populations.
• Experience in tutoring students with literacy and numeracy.

Preferred

• Experience in coaching or leading a team in a child-based and/or educational environment is an asset.

Education

Preferred

• Some college or better in Recreation & Leisure Services or related field
• Some college or better in Child & Youth Studies or related field

Licenses & Certifications

Required

• Police Check
• CPR C
• Standard First Aid

Behaviors

Required

• Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
• Leader: Inspires teammates to follow them
• Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Preferred

• Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest

Motivations

Required

• Flexibility: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals
• Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Preferred

• Goal Completion: Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks
• Growth Opportunities: Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility
• Work-Life Balance: Inspired to perform well by having ample time to pursue work and interests outside of work