Program Coordinator (Permanent - Full-Time)

YMCA Calgary; Calgary; On-site; CAD 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Complimentary YMCA Calgary membership

Health and dental benefits

Pension plan with matching

Anniversary flex day

Program discounts

Leadership development

Scholarship opportunities

Paid recertification and training

Job summary

YMCA Calgary seeks a Program Coordinator for Camp Chief Hector YMCA in Exshaw, Alberta. This permanent, full-time position offers affordable onsite accommodation and a salary of CAD 45,000 per year, with an expected start date in January 2027.

You will lead outdoor programs, supervise staff, and ensure inclusive, high-quality experiences for campers and participants. The role requires strong communication, leadership, and a valid Alberta driver’s license, plus related certifications.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children and adults to facilitate inclusion within outdoor based programs.
• Experience leading and/or supervising staff in outdoor or child care settings.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Class 4 or 5 Alberta driver's license and ability to drive staff, participants and items; ability to drive a trailer is an asset.
• Other certifications (e.g., Wilderness First Responder, CAN/ACCT facilitator certs, Paddle Canada, Swift Water Rescue, Lifesaving Society) are an asset.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing staff training plans for all staff during the season.
• Support group development and create a positive learning environment for campers and staff.
• Counsellor support and supervision of 20–60 staff.
• Develop a team through training, supervising, and giving feedback.
• Encourage healthy behaviours and risk management among campers and staff.

Job description

Why should you join our team?

YMCA Calgary is a charity that ignites the potential in Calgarians. Since our inception in 1902, we have evolved into a vibrant organization operating in every quadrant of the city.

Guided by our core values of honesty, caring, respect and responsibility, YMCA Calgary offers a growing hub of programming & services to address the needs of our community including connection and belonging, physical and mental wellbeing, child-care support, language instruction, affordable tutoring and more. We also ensure that no one is turned away, lowering financial barriers for youth, adults and families through the generous donations of our community. This impact takes place across our 7 health and wellness facilities, 6 childcare centres, 2 outdoor camps and 12+ community programs, empowering people of all ages and life stages to belong, grow, thrive and lead.

Program Coordinator (Permanent - Full-Time) Camp Chief Hector YMCA (Exshaw, Alberta) - Affordable accommodation is provided onsite Salary: $45,000/year Expected Start Date: January 11th, 2027

You can make an impact in the community - locally and across the globe. You will work with a fun culture of people and enjoy many of the benefits and opportunities the YMCA offers:

• Complimentary YMCA Calgary membership including a linked membership for dependent children;
• Comprehensive health and dental benefits. Premiums paid in full by the Association;
• Pension plan with specified contribution matching by the Association;
• Anniversary flex day and gifts given to celebrate each year of employment;
• Program discounts;
• Ongoing leadership development and opportunities;
• Leadership award opportunities;
• Scholarship opportunities;
• Paid recertification and training.

What qualifications are we looking for?

The successful candidate will have:

• Experience working with children and adults to facilitate inclusion within outdoor based programs
• Experience leading and/or supervising staff in Outdoor or Child Care settings
• Experience working with people of all abilities and knowledge of fostering an inclusive community
• Previous seasons working as a “Program Lead” is preferred
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Class 4 or 5 Alberta drivers license and ability to drive staff, participants and items. Ability to drive a trailer is also an asset
• Other certifications are an asset. For example, Wilderness First Responder, CUI / ACCT facilitator certifications, Paddle Canada canoeing certifications, Swift Water Rescue, National Lifesaving Society, etc.

The successful candidate will be required to provide:

• Current Standard First Aid with CPR-C certificated within the last 12 months from an approved AB OHS provider. Asset if certification is issued by one of the following five Canadian organizations: Canadian Red Cross, Heart and Stroke Foundation, Lifesaving Society, St John's Ambulance and/or Canadian Ski Patrol.
• Evidence of a clear Police Information Check and Vulnerable Sector Search
• Three professional references

What does this role look like at YMCA Calgary?

Duties and Responsibilities include:

• Overseeing the staff training plans for all staff working throughout the season
• Support group development and create a positive learning environment for all campers and staff
• Counsellor support and supervision of 20-60 staff
• Develop a team through training, supervising, and providing feedback, both positive and constructive to each staff member
• Education and encouraging healthy behaviours in campers and staff, including measures put in place to reduce illness and injury, risk management, outdoor and community living, and physical skills and literacy
• Provide leadership that ensures program quality, and the delivery of excellent service
• Overseeing the daily program for camp groups including making changes due to weather, staff and program availability, and group situations as they arise
• Support of campers through behaviour management and parent / group leader contact
• Communicating with all camp contacts, to coordinate details of the group (arrival and departure dates, cost/fees for the booking, meals, staffing needs, accommodations, etc.)
• Support program logistics between departments in addition to general administrative duties.
• Effectively communicate and act as a liaison between staff and teachers and parents/guardians
• Be part of the rotating “site supervisor” on call duties. This includes evening, overnight and early morning support of incidents and individuals. This on call role will deal with many calls per shift in the spring and summer seasons, including emergencies / codes and camper family communication

What qualities do we look for in YMCA Calgary Staff and Volunteers?

Our diverse team of staff and volunteers are committed to making a positive impact in the community. In addition, they model and are committed to the following competencies:

• Developing Self and Others: Developing people with a view toward present and future capacity.
• Building Purposeful Relationships: Relating to people authentically with their best in mind.
• Creating a Culture of Community: Gathering people to purpose and vision.
• Making Intentional Impact: Intending to make a difference every day.
• Thinking and Acting Strategically: Applying thoughts, words, and actions in service to the vision.
• Applying Business Acumen: Demonstrating excellence in technical skills and stewarding the YMCA Business Model.
• Innovating: Ability to know your environment, initiate and respond effectively to changing conditions.

Please note that evidence of a clear Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector Search is a requirement

YMCA Calgary is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants must have legal authorization to work in Canada by way of Canadian Citizenship, Permanent Residency or a valid Canadian work permit. YMCA Calgary is currently not engaged in international recruitment efforts as we are required to demonstrate that we have exhausted all means of recruitment both locally and nationally.

Potential candidates will only be contacted if selected for an interview.