Program Coordinator, Youth Worker – Alternative Suspension Program – Full Time, Contract – Avalon Peninsula
Wage Range: $50,000-$55,000/yr
Job Competition #: EENS-PCASP-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 to support and lead the Alternative Suspension Program. The Program Coordinator will be responsible for providing supports to high school students who, for various reason are temporarily excluded from their schools. You would be responsible for developing and strengthening the Alternative Suspension program while working in direct collaboration with the School Board. Providing individual and group interventions for secondary-level youth struggling with their school environment, within a supportive and helping relationship. You will lead reflective workshops while managing and preparing reports, evaluations and program representations. This is a Hybrid/Remote contract position based out of St. John’s at the Ches Penney Family YMCA with an expected end date of June 30, 2026.

Job Requirements

  • Post-secondary diploma of certificate in intervention or a related field
  • Two to three years of experience in intervention, specifically with a 12-17-year old demographic
  • Excellent communication skills both oral and written
  • Valid Newfoundland Drivers licence with access to a vehicle
  • Ability to travel, including out of province National training
  • Standard First Aid and CPR
  • Acceptable Criminal Records Check and Vulnerable Sectors Check

Benefits of Working with the YMCA

  • Competitive compensation; paid annual leave for full time employees, medical and dental insurance, matched pension contributions.
  • Maintain a work-life balance with our 35 hour work week
  • Free uniforms. No more deciding what to wear to work
  • Enhance your health with a free YMCA membership during the length of your 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 Recognition Programs
  • Employee Referral Program – Receive monetary incentives for contributing to our hiring practice

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

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.