Program Coordinator - Child & Youth

YMCA of Niagara; Welland; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

YMCA Membership

Insurance after probation

Pension after 1 year

Job summary

YMCA of Niagara is seeking a Program Coordinator – Child and Youth to plan, develop and deliver engaging programs for children and youth across our branches in Niagara. The role partners with internal and external stakeholders to grow memberships and ensure quality service delivery.

The position requires a post-secondary credential in recreation or related field, 3+ years of supervisory experience, CPR C/AED, and PVSC clearance.

Qualifications

• Post secondary diploma or degree in Recreation, Children’s Studies, or related field.
• Minimum 3 years related work experience.
• Minimum 3 years staff/volunteer supervisory experience.
• Current Intermediate First Aid with CPR C and AED.
• PVSC clearance issued for YMCA of Niagara.

Responsibilities

• Role models commitment and service excellence through direct delivery of quality programs.
• Develop and sustain good member, volunteer, staff, and partner relations daily.
• Plan and manage departmental budget(s).
• Coordinate recruitment, training, coaching, and performance management.
• Deliver programs that meet member needs and YMCA standards.
• Support YMCA philanthropic initiatives.
• Transition to leadership in YMCA Day Camp during school breaks and summer.
• Support branch operations and association initiatives.
• Maintain Y WAY standards and service excellence.

Skills

Staff supervision

Program planning

Relationship building

Problem solving

Integrity & ethics

Service orientation

Education

Post secondary diploma or degree in Recreation, Children’s Studies, or related field

CPR C & AED certification

PVSC (vulnerable sector check)

Job description

Annual Salary: $44,990.40 (Under Review)
YMCA Membership Benefits upon hire
LTD, Group Life, AD&D, Health and Dental after 3-month probationary period

Eligible to enroll in the YMCA of Niagara Pension Plan after 1 year of service

Employment Type: Full Time - 40 hours per week
Occasional early mornings, evening and weekend hours.

Vacancies 1

Placement Date October 2026

Work for a charity that ignites the potential in people. Every. Single. Day.

At the YMCA of Niagara, you’ll be part of a purpose-led organization with a clear focus on community well-being. Our work is powered by relationships and grounded in inclusion. We support people of all ages and circumstances with opportunities that build health, belonging, and connection so individuals and families can grow, lead, and give back.

For more than 165 years, we have been part of the fabric of this region, evolving alongside Niagara and showing up where the need is greatest. With a presence in over 125 program sites, we continue to expand what well-being can look like, creating welcoming spaces where more people can participate and feel they belong.

Guided by our shared values of caring, health, honesty, inclusiveness, respect, advocacy, and responsibility, the YMCA offers meaningful roles where your work is felt every day. If you’re ready to bring energy and care to a team that keeps moving forward, you’ll find purpose here.

NATURE & SCOPE

The Program Coordinator – Child and Youth is responsible for the planning and development of all child and youth programs. The coordinator will work with internal and external partners to ensure the growth and retention of membership and program delivery service excellence.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Role models commitment and service excellence through the direct delivery of quality Programs; including drop in, recreational, skill based, Child Minding and other initiatives serving children and youth.
• Develop and sustain good member, volunteer, staff, and partner relations daily.
• Plan and manage departmental budget(s).
• Coordinate the following Human resources functions for the staff/volunteer team: recruitment/selection, training, coaching, performance management, recognition.
• Demonstrates an appreciation and desire to generously serve all by planning and ensuring delivery of programs and services that meet member needs and YMCA standards.
• Understand and support YMCA philanthropic initiatives.
• Transition to a leadership role in YMCA Day Camp during school breaks and the summer months.
• Work as a member of the senior staff team to support branch operations and association initiatives.
• Monitor commitment to service excellence by role modelling and maintaining Y WAY standards.
• Other duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Post secondary diploma or degree in Recreation, Children’s Studies, or related field.
• Minimum 3 years related work experience.
• Minimum 3 years staff/volunteer supervisory experience.
• Current Intermediate First Aid with CPR C and AED.
• Upon hiring, a clear and satisfactory criminal record check inclusive of the vulnerable sector search (PVSC)issued for the YMCA of Niagara.

COMPETENCIES

Coaching and Development

Commits to assisting members, volunteers, staff and self in continuous learning and development.

Planning and Organizing

Establishes a clearly defined and effective course of action for self and others to accomplish short- and long-term work goals.

Problem Solving

Identifies an issue and works towards a solution.

Relationship Building and Collaboration

Builds positive interactions both internally and externally to achieve work related goals

Philanthropy

Demonstrates a personal responsibility for the YMCA as a charity.

Integrity

Always demonstrates responsible behaviour and maintains high ethical standards.

Service Orientation

Deliberately identifies and creates opportunities to enhance every individual’s YMCA experience.

For more information on other opportunities at the YMCA of Niagara, please visit: ymcaofniagara.org