Enhancement Worker

Position Title :Enhancement Worker

Department :Child Care

Worksite Location :Hanover, Ontario

Position Type :Permeant, part-time Category : 3

Hours :varies

Shifts :Weekdays

Salary :$18.94 per hour

Start Date :As soon as possible.

The Opportunity : We are looking for an energetic, positive, team player that loves children! You enjoy working primarily one-on-one with a child with developmental/physical and/or social needs in a group setting. You get great satisfaction from working as part of a team developing programs and goals that help the individual child and the group. You are a fun, outgoing. You enjoy working in a group setting with other passionate people. You are a fun, dependable, hardworking individual that believes in the YMCA mission and values.

Responsibilities :

• To plan and implement age-appropriate activities and to present a safe, clean and visually appealing environment in accordance with Ministry of Education regulations, CCEYA, and YMCA policies and procedures.
• To observe, record and communicate individual child development.
• To act as professional role models for children, volunteers, students, and fellow staff.
• To interact and communicate effectively with children, families, YMCA staff, and services and community contacts.
• To work together as an integral part of a team within the classroom and the centre providing support and encouragement to one another.
• Attending monthly staff meetings, workshops and courses that may be directed by the child care supervisor.
• To maintain a neat, orderly, and clean environment, including all activity areas and washrooms.
• To maintain confidentiality of all information related to the centre, the children, their families, and staff.
• To maintain regular attendance, punctuality and to be appropriately dressed and well groomed.

We are building a community where everyone can reach their full potential; including you! Join the YMCA and become part of a global movement that:

• Values diversity.
• Sees the potential in everyone.
• Has been helping people grow in spirit, mind, and body for 175 years.

Help Build a Stronger Community and Better World : This is the opportunity for you if you have a:

• Genuine desire to help children and families, and contribute directly to the learning and development of children in our care.
• Welcoming spirit and are ready to invite families and children to YMCA.
• Positive outlook that contributes to a YMCA community that families want to keep coming back to.
• Willingness to learn about the YMCA standards of service and to deliver exceptional YMCA member and client experiences.
• Availability to work flexible hours on an as-needed basis.
• Fundamental belief that it takes a team effort to put YMCA members and clients at the centre of all we do.

Just Some of the Benefits of Working at the YMCA

• Comprehensive and ongoing training.
• Free YMCA membership.
• Great long term and upward career opportunities.
• Flexible work schedules.

The YMCA’s Commitment to Trust and Safety : As part a of trusted charitable organization, you can expect to receive excellent service and safety training throughout your YMCA career. As the first step in your journey, you will be required to:

• Confirm you are 18 years of age.

• Confirm you are legally entitled to work in Canada.

• Provide proof of being fully vaccinated with two doses of a COVID-19 vaccine plus 14 days or provide proof of vaccination exemption under the Ontario Human Rights Code.

• Provide a current Standard First Aid, CPR-C, & AED certificate (or willingness to complete prior to starting work).

• Provide a current and satisfactory Criminal Reference Check / Vulnerable Sector Search issued no later than ninety (90) days preceding your start date.

• Provide 3 professional references.

• Demonstrate your sincere interest in working with children combined with other experience or education (diploma not required but is considered an asset). Preference will be given to those who:

• Have previous experience working with children with special needs (i.e. developmental, social, physical);

• Are a Registered Early Childhood Educator (RECE) or in the process of becoming a RECE or equivalent (i.e. Bachelor of Education, Degree in Child Studies, the NNEB from the UK, etc.);

• Other credentials will also be considered (i.e. Recreation & Leisure, Child & Youth Worker, Ontario College of Teachers, or Social Services Worker)

• Are familiar with the CCEYA is an asset, as is experience and knowledge in Playing to Learn programming;

• Have a Resource Teacher certificate; The YMCA’s Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion and Equality : The YMCA of Owen Sound Grey Bruce values the diversity of people and communities and is committed to excellence and inclusion in our Association. We are committed to an environment that is barrier free. If you require accommodation during the hiring process, plea