YMCAs of Cambridge & Kitchener-Waterloo is Looking a New COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT SPECIALISTTHE

THE YMCAs OF CAMBRIDGE & KITCHENER-WATERLOO
JOB OPPORTUNITY
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST (CONTRACT) JP108-2016
 
EMPLOYED BY:       Kitchener-Waterloo YMCA
SERVICE AREA:       Community Initiatives
POSITION:               Community Development Specialist (Newcomer Pathway to Belonging Project)
LOCATION:              Kitchener-Waterloo
REPORTS TO:          Director, Community Relations
HOURS:                   Fixed Term (September 2016 to August 2017), Full Time (evenings & weekends as required)
SALARY:                                  $18.19 per hour
START DATE:          September 2016
 
FUNCTION: Develop and facilitate newcomer youth connections using a Community Development framework and Navigator model.   Be the connection point between newcomer youth, communities and existing programs in schools, YMCA, neighbourhoods and the larger community with the goal of improving sense of belonging.
 
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Connect with communities where newcomer youth live, work, play and learn.
• Create a response to the identified skills, assets, issues and needs of individual newcomer youth.
• Provide opportunities for newcomer youth voice
• Develop resources and practices that support newcomer youth
• Build links with other groups and agencies
• Maintain an ongoing record of project
• Maintain statistics
• Prepare reports
• Develop and implement strategies that facilitate newcomer youth connections.
• Maintain and develop positive interactions through direct involvement supported by strong verbal and written communication
• Develop/modify and prioritize program information packages as required
• Develop and co-ordinate awareness and education programs as required
• Provide and facilitate guidance and assistance with program start-up
• Recruit, train and support volunteers
• Plan, attend and coordinate meetings and events
• Oversee project budget
• Promote the program through attendance at speaking engagements, newspaper articles and related publications
• Work collaboratively with YMCA staff and community partners
• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Completion of University degree in a related field of study
• 5 years of demonstrated experience in working collaboratively with youth community relations/innovative youth engagement approaches (ex.    

         New Canadians, Disengaged Youth, Youth Justice)

• CPR and First Aid certification
• Excellent oral and written communication skills

• Acceptable Police Vulnerable Sector Check         

 
 
COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:
Coaching and Development: Commits to assisting participants, volunteers, and staff to learn and grow personally and professionally.
Communication: Communicates in a thorough, clear and timely manner to support information sharing.
Concern for Health and Safety: Acknowledges and understands how to manage and educate others of risk and harm reduction.
Leadership: Guides, motivates and inspires others to take action towards desired outcomes.
Problem Solving: Identifies an issue and works towards a solution.
Tolerance for Ambiguity: Functions effectively in situations of less than perfect or incomplete information.
NOTE:  This position requires a commitment to the YMCA mission and core values, as well as a commitment to building developmental assets in children and adults.
                                                         
                                                                                                                        Send resume and cover letter to:
                                                                                       recruitment@ckwymca.ca
APPLICATION DEADLINE:   Tuesday, August 23, 2016, 3:00 pm
 
 
 
The YMCAs of Cambridge & Kitchener-Waterloo embrace diversity and are 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. The YMCAs comply 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 YMCAs commitment to privacy, please visit our web site at www.ymcacambridgekw.ca
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