Assistant Supervisor

YMCA of Northeastern Ontario; Timmins; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to community service as an Assistant Supervisor. This full-time role involves overseeing the safety and educational programming for children aged 0-12. You will play a crucial part in ensuring the well-being of children while implementing various educational curriculums. The YMCA promotes values of empathy, health, and social responsibility, making this a rewarding opportunity for those passionate about child development. If you're looking for a fulfilling career in a supportive environment, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Free Personal Membership

10% off Family Membership

Employee and Family Assistance Program

Team bonding events

Flexible hours and scheduling

Qualifications

• Experience with children with specialized needs is an asset.
• Knowledge of the Child Care & Early Years Act is essential.

Responsibilities

• Ensure health, safety, and well-being of children aged 0-12.
• Oversee delivery of high-quality educational programming.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Time management and organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Bilingualism (English and French)

Ability to protect confidentiality

Education

Current Standard First Aid with CPR (Level C)

Certification in YMCA Playing to Learn

Food Safety Handlers Course

Tools

YMCA Playing to Learn curriculum

CATCH program

Child Care & Early Years Act (CCEYA)

Job description

Posted Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at 5:00 AM | Expires Thursday, February 13, 2025 at 4:59 AM

The YMCA of Northeastern Ontario has been serving our local communities for over 180 years and we are committed to supporting our local families, children, adults, youth and seniors in our various programs and services today.

At the YMCA, our values and purpose drive everything that we do. As a charity, we’ve championed values of empathy, health, trustworthy, inclusiveness, respect and responsibility. Helping people develop a healthy spirit, mind and body and inspiring a sense of social responsibility is the cornerstone of our legacy of caring.

This job posting is for an existing vacancy and is intended to fill a current position within our organization.

We are currently looking for an Assistant Supervisor to join our team of committed professionals. This full-time contract position within the Association is housed at the YMCA of Northeastern Ontario’s Poplar location in Timmins.

Under the leadership of the Supervisor of Child, Youth and Family Development, the Assistant Supervisor of Child, Youth and Family Development is responsible for the overall operation of the child care site and for overseeing the day-to-day delivery of safe, high-quality educational child care for children 0-12 years, while ensuring the children’s overall health, safety and well-being.

START DATE: May 5, 2025

LOCATION: Timmins, ON

RATE OF PAY: $19.70 per hour

Major Responsibilities

• Ensure the overall health, safety and well-being of the children
• Oversee, support and ensure the delivery of high-quality educational programming, by following the National curriculum, YMCA Playing to Learn, YMCA Health Childhood Development, CATCH and YMCA’s School-Age programs
• Assess and support the skills, abilities, interests and needs of the staff and children
• Complete weekly class lists for Finance
• Supply finance with all registration requirements one (1) week prior to child’s start date.
• Implement and support the guidelines/regulations of the Child Care & Early Years Act (CCEYA) as well as all third party governing agencies such as DSSAB/Municipality, Public Health and Fire Department
• Assist with the development and implementation of a site plan and monitor it to ensure 90% site capacity at all times
• Assist with identifying, bringing forward, and implementing solutions for program delivery issues
• Assist with training and support staff and volunteers
• Communicate with parents/guardians on the progress or problems of their children and address any of their concerns

Qualifications

• Current Standard First Aid with CPR (Level C) *Recognized by the WSIB
• Specialized training and/or experience with children with specialized needs is considered an asset
• Certification in YMCA Playing to Learn, ‘A Place to Connect’ and/or Healthy Child Development is an asset
• Food Safety Handlers Course is an asset
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills (French communication skills considered an asset)
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Solid knowledge of the Child Care & Early Years Act (CCEYA)
• Solid knowledge of the YMCA Playing to Learn curriculum, YMCA Health Childhood Development, CATCH and the YMCA’s School-Age programs
• Time management and organizational skills and meet deadlines
• Ability to protect the confidentiality of all information and communications (oral and written) pertaining to the association, its officers, staff, students, volunteers, the children in our care and their families
• Bilingualism in both official languages considered an asset
• Current and satisfactory Police Record Check with Vulnerable Sector

What We Offer

• Free Personal Membership and 10% off Family Membership
• Employee and Family Assistance Program that includes short-term mental health supports such as counselling and online courses, and lifestyle coaching which includes legal and financial counselling
• Team bonding and employee recognition events
• Opportunity to explore a wide range of jobs and functions
• Flexible hours and scheduling, and hybrid work options, depending on role

HOW TO APPLY

If you would like to work in a family friendly environment, please apply, by website only, with a cover letter and resume by February 12, 2025 to the attention of the Personnel Committee.

Please ensure that your cover letter and resume both specify the job title of the position that you are applying for.

All applicants are thanked for their interest in this position. However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. If contacted and you require a disability related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, you must advise the Human Resources Department.

Please note that successful candidates will be required to submit a current and satisfactory Police Record with Vulnerable Sector Check for review prior to starting employment. Police records are reviewed on an individual basis, and any offences are considered in relation to the nature of the position and its responsibilities, particularly in working with children and vulnerable populations. A positive record does not automatically disqualify a candidate from employment.

Please note that candidates invited for an interview will be required to submit three professional references.

YMCA of Northeastern Ontario is an equal opportunity employer that is dedicated to maintaining a fair and equitable work environment. All of our employees and job applicants will be promoted or employed solely on the basis of their abilities and qualifications.

Educational credentials completed outside of Canada require a copy of your World Education Services documents (WES) along with your credentials. If you do not have a WES document, please visit https://www.wes.org/ca/. Applications submitted without a WES document will not be considered.