YWCA Kitchener-Waterloo is hiring!

EXTERNAL JOB POSTING
 
Applications are invited for the permanent part-time positions of:
YOUTH DEVELOPMENT WORKER II
(unionized position)
 
DUTIES:

• To assist in implementing engaging and developmentally appropriate activities for 4 - 12 year olds which allow for choice, creativity, and independence
• To take responsibility for the health and safety of the children in your care
• To follow daily schedules and take responsibility for clean up and organization of supplies
• To act as a positive role model for the children
• To work as part of a team of Youth Development Workers
• Maintaining effective communication with staff, parents, facility staff and manager

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Early Childhood Education, Recreation and Leisure, Child and Youth Worker or related degree would be an asset
• Minimum one year experience with School Age children, preferably in a childcare , education or recreation setting
• Understanding of the Child Care and Early Years Act and familiarity with the use of assessment tools such as ECERS, ITERS, SACERS, High Five
• Enthusiasm, initiative and a working knowledge of child development
• Proven ability to work as an effective team member
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Standard First Aid and CPR-C certification

 
All employees of the YWCA are expected to demonstrate respect, empathy, and accountability to the people who access our services, and to attend work regularly as regular attendance is critical to maintaining the highest quality and level of service expected in delivering services. 
 
Rate of pay:   $19.7132 per hour, with an additional 2% in lieu of benefits
Hours:          Two permanent part-time positions:  10 hours per week (Monday to Friday afternoons)
                            Two permanent part-time position:  7.5 hours per week (Monday to Friday mornings)
                            Four permanent part-time positions:  13.75 hours per week (Monday to Friday afternoons)
                       
Please respond in writing by July 20, 2017 indicating how you became aware of this employment opportunity to;
Jennifer Marshall, Manager, School Age Programs
YWCA Kitchener-Waterloo, 153 Frederick St., Kitchener, ON N2H 2M2
Email: jennifer.marshall@ywcakw.on.ca
Fax:  519-576-0129
YWCA Kitchener-Waterloo is an equal opportunity employer.  We encourage applications from individuals of all races, colour, ethnic origin, religions, abilities, gender identity, and sexual orientations. No phone calls please. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
YWCA Kitchener-Waterloo is committed to providing accommodations to people with disabilities throughout the hiring process.  If you require accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs