YMCA of Three rivers

EarlyON Designate

Location: Waterloo Region 
Work Hours:  37.5 hour per week 
Employment Type: Full Time, Contract
Number of Vacancies: 1
Anticipated Start Date: August 2024
Contract End Date: October 2025 
Deadline to Apply: June 25th, 2024 
Guaranteed Starting Hourly Rate: $25.00 / hour

Total Rewards Package:
Time Away from Work for your Well-being - At the YMCA of Three Rivers, we recognize the importance of work-life harmony! All full time team members are entitled to earn 3 weeks of vacation and have the opportunity to earn more as length of service increases. To support your overall well-being, we also offer 12 well-being days that team members use for sick time off or to care proactively for yourself. Bereavement days are also available.
Wellness 
The YMCA of Three Rivers is committed to the health and wellness of our teams. Full time employees receive…

• Well-being days that can be used as they are earned 
• Access to an Employee (and Family) Assistance Program which provides free and confidential counselling, resources and services
• A free YMCA membership for yourself and your family which can be used to access our fitness centers 
• Discounts on programs and services offered by the YMCA including child care services

Pension Plan 
All full-time employees have the opportunity to participate in a group pension plan after two consecutive years of employment, employees contribute 5% of their gross earnings per pay which is matched by the Y. After three consecutive years of full-time service, participation in the YMCA pension plan is mandatory. 

Healthcare and Dental Benefits 
The YMCA of Three Rivers offers full time employees a comprehensive group benefit package (after 3-months from start date) that includes: Prescription drugs, Basic dental coverage, Professional services such as Registered Massage Therapist, Physiotherapist, Psychologist, Psychotherapist, Chiropractor and Naturopath, Vision care.
 
FUNCTION:
Works within the purpose, scope and philosophy of the YMCA of Three Rivers and to assist the Supervisor by providing leadership and direction for all areas of the centre ensuring the delivery of high quality EarlyON programs and services to families. Provides peer-support to team related to pedagogy, programming and environment.
You are a Registered Early Childhood Educator (RECE), who has knowledge and expertise in child development and play and inquiry based learning. You have experience creating environments that nurture relationships for children, parents, and caregivers based on the latest evidence and research. You have demonstrated knowledge of How Does Learning Happen? Ontario's Pedagogy for the Early Years and experience delivering high quality early years programs. Relationship building, communication, adaptability, creativity, innovation and teamwork are key competencies you rely on in your day-to-day work.
 
KEY TASKS & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide welcoming and inclusive environments where all children and families have access to high-quality programs and services influencing positive child, family and community experiences and outcomes. 
• To assist in ensuring the centre is offering quality, age and developmentally appropriate care, programs, and services that meet and/or exceed the regulations outlined by the Child Care and Early Years Act (2014); the Municipality; the Public Health Unit; and the policies, procedures and protocols outlined by the YMCA of Three Rivers, Ministry of Education, EarlyON leadership and/or the Region of Waterloo as CMSM.You will engage parents and caregivers in conversations and experiences, sharing information about child development, parenting, nutrition, play and inquiry based learning, and other topics that support them in their role as their children’s first teacher.  
• Support Early Learning and Development by providing experiences that build responsive adult-child relationships and encourage children’s exploration, play and inquiry, supported by How Does Learning Happen? Ontario’s Pedagogy for the Early Years.
• Ensures that all requirements of the EarlyON curriculum as outlined on the PRL and within How Does Learning Happen? and the Kindergarten Program are supported.
• Respond to parents and caregiver’s questions or concerns about child development through conversations and observations, using validated tools and resources, and linking to specialized services; making connections for families during and beyond the early years.    
• Uphold health and safety standards including regular cleaning of toys and materials and working with parents/caring adults and other educators to to ensure that our EarlyON environments are clean and well-maintained. 
• Provides curriculum champion support to staff, students and volunteers by mentoring and coaching on the facilitation of EarlyON programs and services and tours as requested by the EarlyON Supervisor and in alignment with quality framework expectations.
• Ensures that the Child Protection Policy is being followed – bring concerns to the prompt attention to the EarlyON Supervisor/Child Protection Lead.
• Ensures all EarlyON Best Practices are being followed – bringing concerns to the prompt attention to the EarlyON Supervisor and/or other EarlyON Lead.
• Primary responsibility when a Supervisor/Lead is not onsite for non-emergency incidents/accidents/situations that occur onsite as requested by the EarlyON Lead. Completing follow up with the EarlyON Lead within one business day in writing.
• Primary responsibility to connect with the Supervisor/On-call Leader by phone call for urgent, emergency, or other instances as outlined in the Emergency Binder, Child Protection, or as part of our Serious Occurrence Protocols as requested by the EarlyON Lead. Escalating to On-Call Leader or Operational Manager as needed.
• Support supervisor and team in program or environmental planning in alignment with EarlyON pedagogy and principles of family support; modeling open-ended questions, lens of curiosity and a willingness to learn alongside of others as co-learners.
• Peer-Reviewing written reflections and documentation weekly with the lens to proof-reading, and alignment with expectations as outlined on the PRL and in Core Training; and providing feedback to team members in consultation with EarlyON Lead.
• Checking to ensure anything posted within the centre is current and aligns with EarlyON expectations.
• Maintains effective and positive communication within the YMCA of Three Rivers as an organization, and with children, parents and community contacts.
• Support with administrative tasks such as photocopying, non-confidential filing, printing, laminating, and providing oversight of inventories and purchasing lists.
• Extended hours leadership support to team in-person or on call and/or extended hours coverage either in rotation with EarlyON Supervisor/Assistant Supervisor or as a regular schedule as requested by EarlyON Supervisor.
• Provide team with onsite attestation review to approve current visit and to provide KEyON support when Admin/Leader support can not be reached.
• Support with coverage across EarlyON | Waterloo Region locations depending on need.
• Models appropriate behaviours to staff in line with our Mission, Vision and Values; establishes rapport and maintains effective relationship-building behaviours with staff, participants and community members. Represents the YMCA of Three Rivers in a professional manner in internal and external forums
• Attends meetings as required.
• Attends Y events/EarlyON Community events and encourages staff to attend, participate, volunteer, etc.
• Demonstrate problem solving skills; communication skills; and customer service excellence.
• Assisting EarlyON leads with meeting preparation and facilitation.
• Demonstrate a knowledge of Health & Safety policies and ensure they are implemented
• Any other responsibilities/duties as assigned.

 
This role requires regular travel across the region, which may not always be easily accessible through public transit.  The employee must be able to arrange their own transportation to these sites.  A valid G driver’s license and full time vehicle access are strongly recommended.
 
Please note: As an organization committed to the safety and well-being of children, youth and other vulnerable populations, we prioritize the protection of those under our care. All employees must meet specific requirements, including obtaining a clear Police Vulnerable Sector Check and providing three professional references.
 
The YMCA of Three Rivers proudly serves the communities of Guelph-Wellington, Stratford-Perth, and Waterloo Region. Our purpose is to make our diverse communities healthier and more vibrant. With dignity and respect, our programs and services inspire individuals to reach their full potential. Learn more about our history, mission, vision, and values here. 
 
The YMCA of Three Rivers embraces diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace, welcoming applications from all qualified persons. Our goal is to attract, develop and retain highly talented employees from diverse backgrounds, allowing us to benefit from a wide variety of experiences and perspectives. 
 
In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, accommodation will be provided at any point throughout the hiring process, provided the candidate makes their accommodation need known to the YMCA of Three Rivers. The YMCA of Three Rivers complies with the Employment Standards Act, Pay Equity Legislation and privacy laws.  In keeping with privacy laws, we are committed to protecting personal information by following responsible information handling practices.  For more information on the YMCA of Three Rivers’ commitment to privacy, please visit our website.     
 
Please note that due to the large volume of applications received, only candidates being considered for the position will be contacted. 
 
To explore additional career opportunities with the YMCA of Three Rivers, please visit our Career Page.