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10 Feb 2021

Part-Time Community Programs – Fitness Leader (1 Position)

YMCA of Niagara – Posted by yjobs –  Regional Municipality of Niagara, Ontario, Canada

Job Description

Community Programs- Fitness Leader

YMCA of Niagara Community Programs

Minimum Hiring Rate: $17.13 per hour plus YMCA Membership

$0.54 premium applies when working off site

Start date: To be confirmed based on Government and Public Health guidelines

Part time up to 15 hours per week (September to June) days, evenings and weekends

 

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Current enrolment in, or post-secondary diploma or degree in, Recreational Leadership, Child Studies, Physical Education or related field is an asset
  • YMCA Group Fitness Certification OR Current YMCA Canada Individual Conditioning Level 2/Personal Training with experience leading groups
  • Strong background in fitness program delivery
  • Experience working in programs for children or youth
  • Experience in youth drop-in programs and/or Day Camp is an asset
  • Current Standard First Aid & CPR-C
  • The YMCA is looking for applicants who want to be a role model of healthy lifestyles and physical activity for youth, and make a difference within their
  • Proven strong programming, communication, administration and organization skills
  • Due to the age of participants served, candidates must be 18 years or older
  • Reliable transportation to programs throughout the Niagara Region is necessary
  • A clear and satisfactory criminal reference check inclusive of the vulnerable sector search (CRC VSS) issued for the YMCA of Niagara

 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Research, plan and deliver activities for youth, focusing on fitness-based activities and experiences
  • Direct, support, and assist Community staff in the delivery of fitness-based recreational programs and special events for youth age 10 to 14
  • Assist the Director of Community Programs and Coordinator of Community Programs to evaluate program success and suggest areas for improvement
  • Research costs of materials, equipment and resources when planning programs to ensure budget targets are met
  • Present program plans and budgets to Director of Community Programs for approval
  • Participate in facilitation of staff training sessions in partnership with the senior leadership team
  • Other duties as required

 

All YMCA Staff are required to perform the following additional job duties as related to COVID-19:

  • Follow procedures and policies to help reduce the spread of COVID-19 as established by the YMCA of Niagara and informed by the Ministry of Health and Niagara Region Public
  • Ensure established groups are maintained and support the tracking of interactions between staff and participants on
  • Lead activities that support social distancing and promote the health and safety of everyone
  • Encourage, promote and role model social distancing and responsible health
  • Follow guidelines and sound judgement about when to wear personal protective
  • Visually observe participants and other staff and report any new symptoms immediately
  • Participate in self-screening when required, and act as a screener when required for staff and
  • Immediately report any health and safety concerns to your supervisor and health and safety
  • Stay home when you are sick or have any COVID-19 Follow established call in procedures.
  • Participate in ongoing and scheduled cleaning and disinfecting of equipment and
  • Follow proper hand washing procedures and ensure participants in your care are doing the
  • Participate in necessary meetings and trainings online utilizing your own device and Wi-Fi.

How to Apply

Interested applicants are invited to submit an online application by 4:00pm on February 24, 2021 to:

https://ymcaniagara.campbrainstaff.com/   Only those applicants being considered for an interview will be contacted. Internal applicants are expected to notify their supervisor before applying   Accessibility accommodations and materials in alternate formats for individuals with disabilities can be arranged upon request.   For more information on other opportunities at the YMCA of Niagara please visit: ymcaofniagara.org

Job Categories: Art/Culture/Recreation/Sport. Job Types: Part-Time.

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