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Supervisor, Early Years Program
Date Posted: March 5, 2010
Employer: YMCA
City: Kitchener
Type: Full Time
Wage:
Description: POSITION: Supervisor, Early Years Program (JP 1050)  
EMPLOYED BY: Kitchener-Waterloo YMCA  
SERVICE AREA: Community Services  
LOCATION: Kitchener-Waterloo  
REPORTS TO: Director, Early Years  
HOURS: Full Time - Contract  
SALARY: Under Review  
START DATE: July 2010  
 
FUNCTION: To develop and deliver quality programs and services to the community for children 0-6 years of age and their families through an Early Years Centre - providing support services, information and consultation to parents, caregivers and children through a coordinated community delivery system.  
 
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:  
# Supervise the operations of the Early Years Centre including staffing, marketing, programs and service provisions and adhere to and promote YMCA mission, vision and values as well as Provincial requirements.  
# Identify gaps in service delivery. Develop and implement action plans to minimize the gaps.  
# Provide and make available educational and safe quality toys and resource materials for children ages newborn to school age.  
# Provide leadership, training and direction to the staff and volunteers in the delivery of services.  
# Prepare and present performance appraisals for staff.  
# Act as a support and resource to the families providing referrals to agencies for issues related to family needs, care of children etc.  
# Develop and maintain connections with community partnerships and engage them in working cooperatively and collaboratively to deliver services to the community for the Waterloo Region OEYC Delivery System.  
# Research, document and maintain database of information on existing community programs and services.  
# Participate in financial assistance arrangements for programs and services.  
# Manage administration responsibilities (staff/volunteer records, timesheets, course inputs additions, deletions waiting lists, inventory etc).  
# Complete quarterly financial (year to date) reports and service data collection sheets and prepare annual budget request and submit to the Provincial Government.  
# Assist in the preparation of the annual budget followed by monitoring the approved budget, coding revenues/expenses, preparing a monthly report on the budget, purchasing new equipment/supplies, recommendations and purchases according to budget guidelines.  
# Maintain effective communication and promote a professional and approachable image with all members, participants, volunteers, staff and community contacts.  
# To be involved in direct programming for the site on a regular basis.  
# Attend workshops, trainings, conferences and staff meetings as required.  
# Assumes other duties as assigned.  
 
QUALIFICATIONS:  
# Completion of Community College ECE diploma or equivalent  
# CECE Membership required for qualified ECE candidates  
# Advanced computer knowledge of Microsoft Office  
# Excellent oral and written communication skills and interpersonal skills  
# First Aid and CPR certification  
# Acceptable Police Check  
# 2-3 years of related experience in a supervisory role.  
 
COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:  
Coaching and Development: Commits to assisting participants, volunteers, staff to learn and grow personally and professionally.  
Communication: Communicates in a thorough, clear and timely manner to support information sharing.  
Concern For Health and Safety: Acknowledges and understands how to manage and educate others of risk and harm reduction.  
Leadership: Guides, motivates and inspires others to take action towards desired outcomes.  
Problem Solving: Identifies an issue and works towards a solution.  
Tolerance For Ambiguity: Functions effectively in situations of less than perfect or incomplete information.  
 
Note: This position requires a commitment to the YMCA mission and core values, as well as, a commitment to building developmental assets in children and adults.  
How To Apply: Send resume and cover letter to: humanresources@ckwymca.ca  
Human Resources, YMCA Administration Offices,  
460 Frederick Street, Suite 203, Kitchener ON N2H 2P5  
Fax to: 519-576-6223  
 
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Friday, March 12, 2010 at 12:00PM  
 
The YMCAs of Cambridge & Kitchener-Waterloo complies with the Employment Standards Act, Pay Equity Legislation and the Human Rights Code. The YMCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The YMCAs of Cambridge & Kitchener- Waterloo are committed to protecting personal information by following responsible information handling practices, in keeping with privacy laws. For more information on the YMCAs commitment to privacy, please visit our web site at www.kwymca.org or www.ymcacambridge.com  
Deadline: March 12, 2010
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