HF Programs Specialist Youth

YMCA of Greater Toronto; Golden Horseshoe; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join the YMCA of Greater Toronto as a Health and Fitness Programs Specialist Youth. This role involves leading initiatives to enhance member experience and coaching staff in various youth programs. With a focus on community well-being and development, this position offers a chance to make a meaningful impact while working with a passionate team.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience delivering fitness programs.
• Current Standard First Aid / CPR certification required.
• Experience coaching Basketball, Soccer, or Baseball is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership across various youth programs.
• Support staff and volunteers in performance standards.
• Recruit, coach, and develop volunteers for programs.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Flexibility

Education

Diploma or Degree in Recreation Leadership, Kinesiology, Physical Education, Early Childhood Education

Tools

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Join to apply for the HF Programs Specialist Youth role at YMCA of Greater Toronto

Salary Rate : $45,353 – Check out the YMCA’s total compensation package!

Location : Scarborough Health & Fitness Centre

Employment Type : Contract Full Time Salaried

Number of Vacancies : 1

Anticipated Start Date : June 16, 2025

Deadline to Apply : May 28, 2025 at 5 : 00PM

Be the Spark! Join our passionate team of Health & Fitness Specialists and help us achieve great things in our community!

The Health and Fitness Program Specialist (Child, Youth & Family) provides leadership in initiatives to enhance member experience, increase membership, retention, satisfaction, and philanthropic contributions in our Child, Youth & Family and Recreational Programs. The role involves coaching staff and volunteers, integrating principles of Healthy Child Development, Ages and Stages, Playing to Learn, and Abundant Assets into programs, with at least 30% focused on program development in Recreational Sports.

In this role, you will :

• Provide leadership across various programs including Child Minding, Youth Leadership, Youth Council, Teen Night, Child and Youth sports, and Recreational Sports.
• Support staff and volunteers in meeting performance standards related to MOR, Healthy Child Development, Playing to Learn, and YMCA standards.
• Deliver programs aligned with YMCA’s mission, vision, values, and standards, including aquatics best practices.
• Recruit, coach, and develop volunteers and participants for various youth and family programs.
• Build relationships with members, sharing the YMCA story and educating about its charitable status.
• Assist with scheduling, logistics, and strategic planning for youth programs.
• Participate as a member of the senior staff team and act as an effective Service Leader.
• Provide leadership and coaching throughout the duty period, ensuring quality program delivery.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

You bring :

• Diploma or Degree in Recreation Leadership, Kinesiology, Physical Education, Early Childhood Education, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Current Standard First Aid / CPR certification.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience delivering fitness programs.
• Experience coaching Basketball, Soccer, or Baseball is an asset.
• Knowledge of child and youth development principles.
• Experience in program development and implementation is an asset.
• Leadership skills to motivate staff and volunteers.
• Proficiency with computer software like Excel and Outlook.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Flexibility to work days, evenings, and weekends.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.

What you need to succeed :

• Alignment with YMCA’s Mission, Vision, and Values.
• Focus on the health, safety, and wellbeing of children, youth, and vulnerable populations, including understanding legal obligations regarding child abuse reporting.
• YMCA Competencies : Accountable, Relationship-Builder, Improvement-Orientated, Team Player & Leader, Equity and Wellbeing Promoter.

Why work for the YMCA?

The YMCA of Greater Toronto is a charity dedicated to igniting potential and fostering community well-being. We offer meaningful employment and the chance to make a difference. Our strategic plan, Ignite the Light , focuses on boosting well-being and promoting equity. We are committed to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging, and encourage applications from all qualified candidates. Employment is contingent upon a Police Records Check, and applicants must be legally eligible to work in Canada. We appreciate all applications but will contact only those selected for an interview.

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