Early Recreation Programs - Lead

Responsibilities

• Assist in program development and implementation of Early Recreational Programs, special Events and Summer Day Camps for children (ages 0-6) and families
• Hands on instruction and delivery of programs may be required within Early Recreation programs and special events, as well as Child Minding.
• Build relationships with children, their families and community.
• Staff management, including recruitment and training, staff development and direct support.
• To complete administrative tasks including scheduling, data entry, filing, and program administration
• Support and promote development for all programs and services, research, management and evaluation to ensure delivery of leading edge programming
• Ensure staff follows Health and Safety Protocols and Policies, Alberta Licensing Standards, and Westside Policies.
• Maintenance and safety of program areas, equipment, and supplies
• Take on a supervisory role within the Children and Youth department to provide coverage, staff supervision and team collaboration when required

Qualifications

• Current Alberta Approved First Aid training agency - CSA Standard Z1210-17
• Minimum of 3 (three) years of early learning and child care, recreation program or day camp leadership experience
• Minimum 2 (two) years of supervisory experience required
• Post-secondary education in a related field
• ECE Level 1-3
• High 5 is considered an asset
• NCCP considered an asset
• Valid Vulnerable Sector Search required

Skills Required

• Strong leadership
• Excellent Communication Skills
• Customer Service/Public Relations skills
• Time management, organizational and multi-tasking ability
• Ability to work in a large team environment
• Ability to work independently
• Knowledge of basic computer skills, XPLOR, Word, Excel and some publishing Physical/Psychological Demands:
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Ability to work inside as well as outside when required
• Ability to lift 20-25 lbs on a daily basis
• The successful candidate must hold high ethical standards as they are working with a vulnerable population and has access to confidential information

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