Regional Coordinator

Job title: Regional Coordinator

Company: YMCA


Job description: Title: Regional CoordinatorLocation: Nova Scotia Works, 112 Wyse Rd, DartmouthProgram: Summer Work Student Exchange (SWSE)Position Status: Full-Time, ContractCompensation: $46,000 per yearThere is potential inside all of us – we all have it in us to shine.Every charity exists to help solve a problem – our charity exists to help solve many problems, from childcare shortages, social isolation, mental health issues, access to wellness, and more. Today, our network is spread across 100+ program locations in HRM and the province, meeting the most urgent needs of our communities in mental health supports, accessible childcare, supporting an increasing immigrant population, safe spaces for youth to grow and lead, helping to navigate a precarious labour market, delivering wellness programming for all, and creating community for isolated older adults.We give people the tools, encouragement, and safe space to discover their inner strength. When they know someone’s in their corner, with unconditional support, they realize they can do more than they thought possible. It’s your support, expertise, and guidance that helps people ignite their full potential and shape our neighbourhoods into vibrant and healthy communities.With us at their side, they can Shine On.As part of your total compensation:

• Receive a complimentary YMCA membership to our Health & Fitness facilities
• Access to Y at Home, where you can participate in fitness programs from your own home
• Discounts on YMCA childcare and camp programs
• 3 weeks’ Vacation entitlement and paid wellness days
• Comprehensive benefits package and pension
• Complimentary wellbeing and counselling services

About the Role:The Regional Coordinator will be an important member of the national team delivering this program by ensuring regional participant targets through the development of an effective outreach plan. Each year, the Regional Coordinator will hire, orient, train and supervise Local Coordinators that will directly support exchange participants in their host communities, and Support Coordinators who will act as team leads. Through the Local Coordinators, the Regional Coordinator will ensure that youth are also provided with an appropriate summer work placement.The Regional Coordinator is responsible to manage and maintain third party relationships with local employers and local support organizations. The Regional Coordinator promotes YMCA programs to the community, employers, and other individuals and organizations to assist the YMCA in achieving program and strategic outcomes.In this role, you will:

• Promotion and outreach – Develop and implement a regional promotion and communication plan to achieve provincial youth recruitment targets representative of the demographics of Canada.
• Staffing – Hire, orient, train, support and supervise an effective staff team of Local Coordinators who will directly support participants in their host communities, and Support Coordinators who will act as team leads.
• Program delivery – Provide service to participants, hosts/families, employers and the general public in both official languages. Effectively problem-solve issues resolve conflicts as they arise, and keep the Manager informed.
• Financial management – Follow financial systems and maintain financial reports in line with YMCA policies and procedures. Ensure timely and accurate submission of invoices, expense forms and statistics to both the local and national offices.
• Ensure compliance with all terms of the government contribution agreement and contracts including provincial targets, regional expenditure of funds, and financial and statistical reporting.
• Demonstrate appropriate behaviors in line with our Mission, Vision and Values as reflected in our YMCA competencies; take a member focused approach to increase their understanding of programs offered across the Association. Represent the YMCA and the Association in a professional manner.
• Understand the legal responsibilities and moral imperative to report suspected child abuse to Child Safeguarding Services.
• Understand the importance of the volunteer staff partnership and integrate the value of philanthropy and volunteerism in dealings with staff, volunteers and members.
• Other duties as assigned in support of successful SWSE program.

Education and Skills Qualifications:

• Three (3) years’ experience in program delivery and team leadership/staff management; specific experience with youth programs and/or exchange programs is an asset.
• A level of education, training and experience equivalent to a college diploma or university degree in Youth Work, Education, Social Work or Services, Community Development, or related fields.
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship building skills; ability to establish rapport and communication with staff, program participants, families, volunteers, community members, and employers.
• Fluent oral and excellent written communication skills in both French and English.
• Excellent human resources management skills (such as hiring, performance support, etc.)
• Knowledge and ability to integrate anti-racism, anti-oppression, critical disability, LGBTQ2S-positive, trauma-informed, harm reduction, and strengths-based principles into practice.
• Commitment to working in a socially inclusive environment responding with sensitivity and personal awareness to the diverse needs of members including visible and non-visible dimensions of diversity.
• Experience working with budgets is an asset.
• Knowledge and experience with facilitation, training, and/or experiential learning is an asset.
• Ability to use Microsoft Office, Excel, PowerPoint and cloud-based technology.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to drive for work; access to a vehicle is an asset.
• Ability to work flexible hours and travel for up to one week at a time, several times a year

The position requires the following Core Association Competencies: Superior Competence in Effective Interpersonal Communications (in French and English). Advanced Competence in Ethics and Self-Management; Being Member Focused; Relationship Building and Partnering; Being Results Focused; Teamwork and Collaboration; Valuing Diversity and Social Inclusion; Leadership; People Management; Planning and Initiative; Financial Management. Fundamental Competence in Association Management and Stewardship; Cross Functional Integration; Strategic Orientation and Change Management.To Apply:Please apply online at https://ymcahfx.ca/workwithus/ by April 9, 2025.Please note that all successful candidates are required to provide:

• Criminal Record Check, Vulnerable Sector Check, and Child Abuse Registry Check (less than 6 months old), if 18 years of age or older
• Attend Child Safeguarding Training upon hire

Please note, Background checks are reviewed on an individual basis – offenses, if any, are based on role and Child Safeguarding requirements, and may not eliminate candidates from employment at our YMCA.At the YMCA, we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace where every team member feels valued, respected, and empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work. We believe that a variety of perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences enrich our organization, enabling us to better serve our community and achieve our mission. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including Black, Indigenous, People of Colour, racially diverse, 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals, gender-diverse people, people with diverse abilities, members of ethnic minorities and faith groups, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please inform us in advance to arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation.

Expected salary: $46000 per year

Location: Dartmouth, NS

Job date: Fri, 28 Mar 2025 02:58:50 GMT

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