Rural and Remote Communities Program Coordinator, Newcomer Services

YMCA; Marystown; Remote; CAD 47,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Paid general and annual leave

Medical and dental insurance

Matched pension contributions

Free uniforms

Professional development programs

Job summary

The YMCA of Newfoundland and Labrador is seeking a Rural and Remote Communities Program Coordinator for Newcomer Services in Marystown. This full-time, contract role focuses on engaging newcomers, organizing activities, improving English skills, and building community connections across Placentia, Bonavista Peninsula and Burin Peninsula.

Local travel and end date May 31, 2027 are included. Responsibilities include coordinating group activities for all ages, fostering youth leadership, and

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in Education, Social Work, Social Sciences or an acceptable combination of education and relevant experience.
• Minimum two years experience in a Program Coordinator or Lead position.
• Experience with community partners in a developmental role.
• Experience with newcomers in recreation/community settings is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Engage with local newcomers and families to support integration into the community.
• Organize and facilitate group activities that promote healthy, active living for all ages.
• Support English language skills growth and community connection through events.
• Foster youth leadership and intergenerational activities in person and virtually.
• Travel locally as needed; contribute to program growth and improvement.

Skills

Newcomer engagement

Event planning

Group activities

Community outreach

English language support

Education

Undergraduate degree in Education/Social Work/Social Sciences

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Rural and Remote Communities Program Coordinator, Newcomer Services –Full Time, Contract – Marystown YMCA Employment Enterprise and Newcomer Services
Wage Range: $52,500/yr
Job Competition #: EENS-RRC-FT

The YMCA has been part of life in Newfoundland and Labrador since 1854. Our charity’s core programs of Health, Fitness, and Aquatics; Child Care and Day Camp; and Employment, Enterprise, and Newcomer Services are offered at more than 200 locations and points of delivery in our communities throughout the province. Our focus on inclusiveness and accessibility means we serve people of all ages, backgrounds and abilities through all stages of life.

Join Our Team

We are seeking a Program Coordinator, Rural and Remote Communities to engage with local newcomers and their families in the Placentia, Bonavista Peninsula and Burin Peninsula to support integration into their communities. The Program Coordinator will be responsible for organizing and facilitating group activities for newcomers that support; healthy, and active living for all ages, with a special emphasis on seniors and youth. The Program Coordinator will support the growth and improvement for English language skills, creating community connection through group and local events. Fostering youth leadership, and intergenerational activities both in person and virtually. This is a contract position that includes local provincial travel as needed with an expected end date of May 31, 2027 with the possibility of extension based out of our location in Marystown.

Job Requirements

• Undergraduate Degree in Education, Social Work, Social Sciences or an acceptable combination of education ad relevant experience
• Minimum two years experience working in a Program Coordinator or Lead position
• Experience working with community partners in a developmental role
• Experience working with newcomers in a recreation/community setting is considered an asset
• Experience working with Microsoft Office Suites
• Strong understanding and knowledge of positive youth developmental practices
• Valid Newfoundland driver's licence and access to a vehicle
• Criminal Records Check and Vulnerable Sectors Checks are reviewed on an individual basis

Benefits of Working with the YMCA

• Competitive compensation; paid general and annual leave for full time employees. medical and dental insurance, matched pension contributions
• Free uniforms. No more deciding what to wear to work
• Enhance your health with a free health, fitness and aquatics membership (during contract)
• Keep your career dynamic through our professional development programs
• Work in an inclusive environment where caring, honesty, diversity, respect and responsibility are lived values
• Employee Referral Program – Receive monetary incentives for contributing to our hiring practices
• Employee Recognition Program

Key Competencies

• Creates a respectful and inclusive environment
• Takes personal responsibility for following through, responding and resolving issues and complaints
• Demonstrates personal discipline to produce high quality work and meet expectations and goals
• Self-manages behaviours, learns from mistakes, and seeks out feedback and coaching
• Reliable and punctual to ensure our team creates a great member experience
• Strong planning, organizational, leadership and communication skills
• Committed to working in a socially inclusive environment responding with sensitivity and personal awareness to the diverse needs of newcomers and different age demographics

The YMCA of Newfoundland and Labrador is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We are committed to an environment that is barrier-free. If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please inform us in advance to arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation. We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.