Posted Wednesday, February 12, 2025 at 5:00 AM | Expires Thursday, February 27, 2025 at 4:59 AM

The YMCA of Northeastern Ontario has been serving our local communities for over 180 years and we are committed to supporting our local families, children, adults, youth and seniors in our various programs and services today.

At the YMCA, our values and purpose drive everything that we do. As a charity, we've championed values of empathy, health, trustworthy, inclusiveness, respect and responsibility. Helping people develop a healthy spirit, mind and body and inspiring a sense of social responsibility is the cornerstone of our legacy of caring.

This job posting is for an existing vacancy and is intended to fill a current position within our organization.

We are currently looking for Early Learning Assistants to join our team of committed professionals. These full-time positions within the Association are at various locations throughout the City of Timmins. Under the leadership of the direct Supervisor of Child, Youth and Family Development (CYFD), the Early Learning Assistant is responsible for the health, safety and well-being of the children in their care (0 to 12 years). The Early Learning Assistant will ensure all YMCA Policies, Procedures and legislations as outlined in the Ministry of Education's Child Care Early Year Act (2014) are compliant at all times. The Early Learning Assistant will ensure the delivery of safe and high-quality child care. The Early Learning Assistant will bring forward immediately any health, safety or well-being concerns to the lead educator and their supervisor.

START DATE: As soon as possible

LOCATION: Timmins, ON

RATE OF PAY: $17.86 per hour

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

Grade 12 Diploma or equivalent *for education completed outside of Canada, applicants are required to submit a WES with their application
Minimum of one (1) year working with children and/or youth
Current Standard First Aid with Infant and Child CPR (Level C) *Recognized by the WSIB
Knowledge of Child Care and Early Years Act, 2014
Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
Certification in YMCA Playing to Learn and Healthy Child Development is an asset
Health Assessment from Medical Professional and Immunizations Record
Current and satisfactory Police Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

Ensure all spaces that children and adults access, including cubby area, washrooms, and outside are safe, secure, clean, and organized
Plan, prepare and deliver high-quality educational programming, by following the YMCA's National curricula
Provide effective supervision of children at all times to ensure their overall health, safety and well-being
Exhibit professional, confident and positive relationships with all families and community partners

WHAT WE OFFER

Free Personal Membership and Family Membership
Discounts for day camps and recreational programs, summer camp and licensed child care for toddlers up to school-age
Paid vacation days and paid sick/personal days
Employee and Family Assistance Program that includes short-term mental health supports such as counselling and online courses, and lifestyle coaching which includes legal and financial counselling
Team bonding and employee recognition events
Opportunity to explore a wide range of jobs and functions
Flexible hours and scheduling, and hybrid work options, depending on role.

HOW TO APPLY

If you would like to work in a family-friendly environment, please apply, by website only, with a cover letter and resume by February 26, 2025 to the attention of the Personnel Committee.

**This position may be entitled to a Ministry of Education Wage Enhancement Grant (WEG) of up to an additional $2.00/hour for qualifying positions within a licensed child care program at the YMCA. The YMCA submits an application annually for all entitled positions. The WEG is approved by the local Municipality and Ministry of Education, and is a government initiative to enhance the wages of child care educators. The WEG is not guaranteed by the YMCA and can be withdrawn by the Ministry of Education.

Please ensure that your cover letter and resume both specify the job title of the position that you are applying for.

All applicants are thanked for their interest in this position. However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. If contacted and you require a disability-related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, you must advise the Human Resources Department.

Please note that successful candidates will be required to submit a current and satisfactory Police Record with Vulnerable Sector Check for review prior to starting employment. Police records are reviewed on an individual basis, and any offences are considered in relation to the nature of the position and its responsibilities, particularly in working with children and vulnerable populations. A positive record does not automatically disqualify a candidate from employment.

Please note that candidates invited for an interview will be required to submit three professional references.

YMCA of Northeastern Ontario is an equal opportunity employer that is dedicated to maintaining a fair and equitable work environment. All of our employees and job applicants will be promoted or employed solely on the basis of their abilities and qualifications.

Educational credentials completed outside of Canada require a copy of your World Education Services documents (WES) along with your credentials. If you do not have a WES document, please visit WES. Applications submitted without a WES document will not be considered.

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