Program Coordinator - Child & Youth

Program Coordinator - Child & Youth

Location

Niagara West YMCA, Grimsby

Pay

• Annual Salary: $44,990.40 - $46,363.20
• YMCA Membership Benefits upon hire
• LTD, Group Life, AD&D, Health and Dental after 3 month probation 

Eligible to enroll in the YMCA of Niagara pension plan after 1 year of service 

Employment Type

• Full time - 40 hours per week
• Occasional early mornings, evening & weekend hours.

Placement Date

November, 2025

Why Work For The Ymca?

The YMCA of Niagara is a mission-driven organization committed to fueling a healthy, connected, and engaged Niagara. Our presence in over 100 program sites has been impacting the community with dedication and purpose for over 150 years.

Our legacy in the community is a testament to the transformative work we do. We serve a diverse range of individuals and families, with a commitment to inclusivity, collaboration, and the wellbeing of all. As we move forward, we are embracing a revitalized approach to meet the evolving needs of the community and actively contribute to transforming lives across Niagara.

Guided by our shared values – caring, health, honesty, inclusiveness, respect, advocacy, and responsibility - the YMCA provides our employees with meaningful opportunities to make a positive impact on individuals and the health of our communities.

Our dynamic team is dedicated to maintaining our growth trajectory though continuously adapting and innovating our services and programs to meet the changing landscape in Niagara.

Nature & Scope

The Program Coordinator – is responsible for the planning and development of all child and youth programs. The coordinator will work with internal and external partners to ensure the growth and retention of membership and program delivery service excellence.

Responsibilities

• Role models commitment and service excellence through the direct delivery of quality Programs; including drop in, recreational, skill based, Child Minding and other initiatives serving children and youth.
• Develop and sustain good member, volunteer, staff, and partner relations daily.
• Plan and manage departmental budget(s).
• Human resource management of the staff/volunteer team (recruitment/selection, training, coaching, performance management, recognition).
• Demonstrates an appreciation and desire to generously serve all by planning and ensuring delivery of programs and services that meet member needs and YMCA standards.
• Work as a member of the senior staff team to support branch operations and association initiatives.
• Understand and support YMCA philanthropic initiatives.
• Transition to a leadership role in YMCA Day Camp during school breaks and the summer months.
• Work as a member of the senior staff team to support branch operations and association initiatives.
• Monitor commitment to service excellence by role modelling and maintaining Y WAY standards.
• Other duties as required.

Qualifications

• Post secondary diploma or degree in Recreation, Children’s Studies, or related field.
• Minimum 3 years related work experience.
• Minimum 3 years staff/volunteer supervisory experience.
• Current Standard First Aid, CPR[C] with AED certifications.
• Upon hiring, a clear and satisfactory criminal record check inclusive of the vulnerable sector search (PVSC) issued for the YMCA of Niagara.

Competencies

• Coaching and Development
• Commits to assisting members, volunteers, staff and self in continuous learning and development.
• Planning and Organizing
• Establishes a clearly defined and effective course of action for self and others to accomplish short- and long-term work goals.
• Problem SolvingIdentifies an issue and works towards a solution.
• Relationship Building and CollaborationBuilds positive interactions both internally and externally to achieve work related goals
• PhilanthropyDemonstrates a personal responsibility for the YMCA as a charity.
• IntegrityAlways demonstrates responsible behaviour and maintains high ethical standards.
• Service OrientationDeliberately identifies and creates opportunities to enhance every individual’s YMCA experience.

Application Process

Interested applicants are invited to submit an application by noon on November 6, 2025.

Internal applicants are encouraged to apply on our internal job board by logging into their UKG portal and navigating to Myself > My Company > View Opportunities. Internal applicants are also encouraged to notify their supervisor before applying.

All applicants are thanked for their interest. Only those applicants being considered for an interview will be contacted by email.

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